Fortaleza is one of the most acclaimed traditional distilleries in tequila, founded by Guillermo Erickson Sauza and produced at the historic Los Abuelos distillery in the Tequila Valley (NOM 1493). Every expression is made from 100% Blue Weber agave, slow-cooked in stone ovens, crushed with a traditional tahona stone wheel, and distilled in small copper pot stills — methods the Sauza family has used for five generations.
This bundle pairs the standard Blanco with the rare Still Strength Blanco, bottled straight from the still without dilution — letting you compare the same spirit at standard proof and at its full, undiluted intensity.
Includes:
- 1x Fortaleza Blanco Tequila (40% ABV)
- 1x Fortaleza Still Strength Blanco Tequila (46% ABV / 92 proof)
Tasting Notes — Still Strength Blanco
- Aroma: Ripe fruit, baked agave, green olive, earth
- Palate: Butter, olive, black pepper, vegetal notes, enhanced intensity from bottling at still strength
- Finish: Long, warm, and complex
Specs
- Producer: Fortaleza (Los Abuelos), Tequila, Jalisco (NOM 1493)
- Category: Blanco Tequila, 100% Blue Weber Agave
- Production: Stone-oven cooked, tahona-crushed, copper pot distilled
- Size: 750ml each
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the two bottles in this bundle?
The standard Blanco is bottled at 40% ABV; the Still Strength Blanco is bottled undiluted straight from the still at 46% ABV (92 proof), giving a more intense, concentrated version of the same spirit.
Is Fortaleza tahona-made?
Yes — both expressions use the traditional tahona stone-crushing method rather than modern mechanical shredders.
Best way to enjoy them?
Both are excellent sipped neat; the Still Strength version is also popular in cocktails where its higher proof stands up well to other ingredients.