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Aged expressions rest in re-chipped and re-charred American whiskey barrels. Every bottle is hand-blown in Mexico and topped with a hand-painted agave stopper. Completely additive-free, and now among the most sought-after tequilas anywhere. The range covers Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo, plus the higher-proof Still Strength Blanco and occasional Winter Blend releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrowse our full Fortaleza collection with fast nationwide shipping delivered straight to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fortaleza-blanco-tequila","title":"Fortaleza Blanco Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tequila \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProof: \u003c\/strong\u003e40% Alc\/Vol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mexico \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pf0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eDescription: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003eFortaleza Blanco Tequila is a true reflection of traditional, hand-crafted tequila made in the heart of Jalisco. Produced from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave, it’s slowly roasted in stone ovens, crushed by a tahona wheel, and fermented in open-air wooden vats before double distillation in copper stills. The result is a crystal-clear tequila bursting with fresh agave character, citrus zest, and hints of black pepper, olive brine, and earthy minerality. On the palate, it’s silky yet vibrant, balancing sweet cooked agave with lime, herbs, and a touch of sea salt. 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