{"product_id":"arette-artesanal-suave-reposado-tequila","title":"Arette Artesanal Suave Reposado Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003eArette Artesanal Suave Reposado is a refined expression of estate-grown Blue Weber agave, crafted by the fifth-generation Orendain family in Tequila, Jalisco. Rested for 11 months in American white oak, it delivers a softer, silkier style that honours traditional methods while elevating elegance. Subtle oak, honeyed agave and gentle spice combine in a beautifully balanced tequila, ideal for thoughtful gifting or unhurried sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright cooked agave and sun-ripened orchard fruit rise gently from the glass, layered with vanilla, fresh mint and a trace of citrus zest. The palate is smooth and velvety, revealing butterscotch, toasted almond and light oak, lifted by white pepper and clove. A clean, lingering finish carries warm spice and dry toast, leaving a poised, quietly confident impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e El Llano Distillery – Orendain Brothers (NOM 1109)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reposado Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Estate-Grown Blue Weber\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature Serve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neat, with a splash of water, or on the rocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCocktail Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Reposado Old Fashioned highlights its vanilla, citrus and soft oak depth, while a classic Paloma brings refreshing grapefruit lift. An Apple Cider Margarita adds autumnal warmth, balanced by cinnamon spice. Passionfruit and ginger create a vibrant contrast in a modern Margarita, while the Toreador offers dry elegance. For evening sipping, a Twilight Agave Serenade layers bitters, orange and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced at the historic El Llano distillery, Arette Artesanal Suave follows the Orendain family’s original artisanal approach. Agave hearts are slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens, fermented for longer in open-air cement tanks, then distilled with tighter cuts for purity. After double distillation, the tequila rests for 11 months in American white oak, achieving exceptional smoothness without losing agave character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the Artesanal Suave apart is its dedication to patience and precision: extended fermentation, brick-oven cooking and careful distillation cuts create a silkier, more polished profile. Longer-than-required oak ageing adds subtle structure rather than dominance, allowing honeyed agave, gentle spice and soft oak to sit in perfect harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecognition \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tequila and its producer have earned consistent recognition among critics and competitions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMultiple Gold Medals – San Francisco World Spirits Competition (Arette brand)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTop Craft Tequila – USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 (Brand)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHighly Rated by Enthusiast Communities – often cited around 90\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePraised by bartenders for purity and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWidely recognised for exceptional value and authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCelebrated for its “agave-forward” house style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts reputation rests on authenticity, balance and unwavering family craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with grilled pork tacos, charred lamb or smoky roasted vegetables, where gentle spice and oak cut through richness. Citrus-cured fish or herb-marinated chicken echo its freshness, while aged manchego complements the toasted notes. For dessert, dark chocolate or silky caramel flan mirror the tequila’s honeyed warmth, creating a refined and indulgent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Gifting or Sipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, understated and deeply authentic, Arette Artesanal Suave Reposado is ideal for collectors who value tradition over flash. A thoughtful gift for milestones or a quietly luxurious tequila to savour slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online for fast NZ delivery. Lovingly packed with a selection of stylish packaging and a personal message option to complete the perfect gift.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arette","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47535863398645,"sku":"1002395","price":133.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/9499\/4522\/files\/Arette-Artesanal-Suave-Reposado-Tequila.png?v=1769116540","url":"https:\/\/cove27.co.nz\/products\/arette-artesanal-suave-reposado-tequila","provider":"COVE 27","version":"1.0","type":"link"}