La Gritona Reposado Tequila is a distinctive spirit that breaks the mold of traditional reposados by prioritizing the pure essence of agave over barrel influence. Distilled by Melly Barajas in Valle de Guadalupe, Jalisco, this additive-free tequila is rested in used American whiskey barrels to soften and mellow the blanco while retaining its bright herbal character—making it ideal for those who love the crisp, vegetal qualities of silver tequila but want a more refined, rounded mouthfeel. The 8-pack of 50ml bottles offers the perfect way to experience this unconventional reposado neat or paired with a cold Mexican lager, without the typical notes of oak, vanilla, or caramel that define most aged tequilas.
La Gritona Reposado Tequila is crafted at Vinos y Licoreras Azteca (NOM 1533) in Valle de Guadalupe, Jalisco, by master distiller Melly Barajas and her all-female team. Mature 8-10 year-old Blue Weber agave from iron-rich red soils is slow-roasted in earthen ovens, naturally fermented, double-distilled in steel stills with copper coils, and rested for 8 months in reused American whiskey barrels to soften without heavy oak influence. Additive-free and bottled in hand-blown recycled Mexican Coke glass, it clocks in at 40% ABV with a pale, crisp profile.
Bold layers of caramelized fruit, ginger, and black pepper greet the senses, rounded by hints of cooked agave and soft vanilla.
Distinct tropical fruit like lychee emerges with faint floral notes and ripe banana funk, alongside pepper, cooked agave, and vanilla on a smooth, slightly warming texture.
Earthy with a touch of sweetness and lingering spice, delivering one of the roundest finishes in tequila.
Produced by one of Jalisco's few female-owned distilleries, La Gritona stands out for its minimalist aging in stripped whiskey barrels that preserve the agave's verdant crispness over oak dominance. Nicknamed "The Screamer" for its bold, vegetal purity and "session tequila" appeal among bartenders, it's vegetal without excess sweetness. Every batch emphasizes sustainability, from local women-led production to agave waste repurposed as cattle feed.
Sip neat to savor its complexity, on the rocks for a chilled earthiness, or as a shot with beer chaser—no lime needed. It shines in tequila cocktails like Margaritas, elevating classics with its versatile, expressive profile. Perfect for after-shift indulgence or casual sipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Gritona Reposado Tequila 8 x 50 ml?
La Gritona Reposado Tequila 8 x 50 ml is a set of eight 50 ml mini
bottles of 100% agave reposado tequila, distilled by Melly Barajas and her all
women staff at a small distillery in Valle de Guadalupe, Jalisco (NOM 1533).
What are the key specs of La Gritona Reposado Tequila 8 x 50 ml?
It is 40% ABV, made from 8
10 year
old agave piñas from iron
rich red soil in Jalisco highlands, steam
cooked in earthen ovens, naturally fermented, twice
distilled in steel stills, and rested for 8 months in reused American whiskey barrels; it is additive
free and pale in color.
How do you enjoy La Gritona Reposado Tequila 8 x 50 ml?
Enjoy it straight with no ice, lime, salt, or mixer to appreciate its crisp qualities, or pair it with a cold Mexican lager or pilsner; it has a smooth, round finish with no burn.
What makes La Gritona Reposado Tequila 8 x 50 ml special?
It retains herbaceous, vegetal agave notes without oak, whiskey, pepper, or vanilla influences due to deliberate aging in stripped, reused barrels, emphasizing the plant's crisp essence while being produced sustainably by an all
women team using traditional, non
industrial methods.
