The 10 Best Tequilas to Try This Year from Taster’s Club

Written by Taster's Club Internal Team | Update March 2025

Curator's Pick of the Best Tequila
ArteNOM Selección 1146 Añejo

ArteNOM Selección 1146 Añejo 750ML is Taster's Club's best tequila pick for 2025 (and was also the top pick for 2024). This tequila embodies excellence with its superb taste, quality, and consistent satisfaction as gifts for tequila enthusiasts. Crafted by Enrique Fonseca, also known as “El Arquitecto”, this añejo is aged initially in Cabernet Franc wine barrels from France and then in American white oak from Canadian or Tennessee whiskey.

Tasting Notes: It opens with warm and inviting aromas of caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit. On the palate you’ll experience sweet butterscotch, zesty citrus, and creamy toffee blend with earthy agave and dark chocolate. Its long finish lingers with oak, sweet spice, and a touch of smoke.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila Blanco
LALO Blanco

LALO Blanco is crafted with meticulous care, each bottle boasts 100% pure agave distilled only twice. This allows the tequila to retain the agave's integrity and essence. This commitment to purity and quality distinguishes LALO as a standout choice among tequila fans or those new to the spirit.

Tasting Notes: On the nose, it opens with crisp aromas of fresh citrus, cooked agave, and herbal undertones. The palate is clean, with flavors of sweet agave, light pepper, and a touch of lime zest. Finishing smooth and elegant.

Region: Jalisco / Los Altos Southern | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila Reposado
Siete Leguas Reposado

Looking to gift an amazing Reposado, look no further than Siete Leguas. Aged 8 months in American oak. Crafted at NOM 1120 by Tequila Siete Leguas in Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco, this 80-proof tequila is a favorite among industry experts and our staff. With seven generations of tradition and a strong reputation in both Mexico and the U.S., Siete Leguas stands out as a leader in the tequila world.

Tasting Notes: Siete Leguas opens with sweet agave, vanilla, and dried herbs, complemented by soft oak. The palate balances caramelized agave, warm spice, citrus, and woody notes, leading to a smooth, lingering finish of toasted oak and gentle sweetness.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila Añejo
Don Fulano Añejo

Unlike many other añejos, Don Fulano isn’t overly sweet or overdone with wood flavor. This añejo showcases a perfect blend of agave, spice, and the unique character of the soil where the agave was grown. This tequila is crafted from a mix of tequilas aged for at least 2.5 years in new and used French Limousin oak, with some aged for up to 5 years.

Tasting Notes: On the nose, this tequila begins with elegant notes of dried fruit, roasted nuts, and hints of baking spices. The palate is rich and complex, bringing layers of cooked agave, dark chocolate, and a delicate touch of oak. Its finish is sophisticated with traces of vanilla, toasted almonds, and a hint of peppery spice that lingers well.

Region: Jalisco / Ciénega | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Extra Añejo Tequila
Tequila Ocho Extra Añejo

Produced in the highlands of Jalisco, each batch of Tequila Ocho highlights the unique characteristics of the soil and climate, making every sip a one-of-a-kind experience. It's aged for three years in American oak barrels, adding a complex flavor profile that’s both rich and inviting.

Tasting Notes: The aroma is a mix of dried fruits, caramel, vanilla, subtle floral notes, and a hint of toasted oak. On the palate, it’s silky and full-bodied with butterscotch, roasted nuts, cinnamon, and dark chocolate, balanced by a touch of earthiness. The finish is long and smooth, leaving hints of spiced honey, maple, and citrus zest that gently fade

Region: Jalisco / Los Altos Southern | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila Cristalino
Maestro Dobel Tequila Diamante

This Cristalino tequila is our top pick by its exceptional craftsmanship and rich heritage. It blends Extra-Añejo, Añejo, and Reposado tequilas and then aged in oak for depth and complexity. Their proprietary filtration process removes color while preserving rich flavors and a silky texture.

Tasting Notes: Maestro Dobel Tequila Diamante offers a refined tasting experience. The nose starts with citrus zest, roasted agave, and floral notes. The smooth palate gives caramel, dark chocolate, dried fruit, and toasted oak notes. With a long and elegant finish highlights vanilla, spices, and a hint of smoke.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila For Gifts
Tears of Llorona

This is our top highlight for a gift choice. This extra añejo is crafted by Master Tequilero Germán Gonzalez, this tequila is aged for five years in a blend of scotch, sherry, and brandy barrels, crafted Produced in small batches at NOM 1146 in Tequila, Jalisco, the new or experienced tequila connoisseur in your life will enjoy this 80-proof tequila.

Tasting Notes: Tears of Llorona offers rich aromas of dark caramel, dried fruit, and smoky oak, with hints of baking spices. The palate blends toffee, chocolate, and citrus zest, all enhanced by the unique barrel aging process. Its velvety finish leaves notes of roasted coffee and agave sweetness.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 43.0% | 1 L

Best Tequila that’s Splurge-Worthy
El Tequileño Reposado Rare

Taster's Club introduces Reposado Rare, Looking for a one-of-a-kind tequila that’s crafted with precision and tradition. The El Tequileño Reposado Rare is definitely splurge worthy . The bottle is made from an extraordinary 6-year aging process in a massive American Oak Pipón barrel. This creates a complex and completely unique flavor profile.

Tasting Notes: On the nose you’ll be offered rich aromas of vanilla, honey, and black pepper. The palate features a unique blend of marzipan, sweet agave, and subtle oak with a smooth, luxurious texture. A long finish of warm spices and sweetness makes this tequila both elegant and complex.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 40.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila with Still Strength
Wild Common Still Strength Blanco

Wild Common Still Strength Tequila Blanco is a testament to authentic agave craftsmanship, produced at the renowned Cascahuin Distillery in Jalisco, Mexico. It’s made sustainability from fully matured Blue Weber agave, and crafted using traditional methods like slow-cooking in brick ovens, tahona crushing, and natural fermentation.

Tasting Notes: On the nose, this blanco reveals hints of fresh agave, zesty citrus, and herbal notes. The palate is bold with layers of sweet agave, lime, and warm cinnamon hints. The finish is long and will leave you with a lingering warmth and hints of pepper.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 50.0% | 750ml

Best Tequila Value
Tequila Arette Blanco

Discover our best value recommendation, Arette Blanco. This tequila is produced by "EL LLANO," one of Tequila's oldest distilleries. This tequila focuses on quality through traditional, small-batch production.

Tasting Notes: On the nose, Arette Blanco offers aromas of fresh agave, citrus, and subtle herbal undertones. The palate opens with a balance of baked agave, honey, and slight hints of pepper. Its finish is clean and smooth, leaving a refreshing trace of mild spice and earthy sweetness that invites another sip.

Region: Jalisco / Los Valles | ABV: 40.0% | 700ml