From the sun-scorched ravines of El Arenal, Jalisco, this Lagrimas Reposado is a bold expression of terroir-driven tequila crafted at the storied Tequila Cascahuin distillery under NOM 1123. Aged 3 months in ex-bourbon barrels, El Chiqueno Verde delivers a high-proof reposado with an angular, fruit-forward character that sets it apart from the category.

The El Chiqueno estate sits south of the Rio Santiago near Amatitan at 1,260 meters elevation, nestled in a low barranca where intense heat encourages the growth of mangos and ciruela, a locally grown plum prized for its bright acidity. Blue agave harvested from this microclimate carries that vivid tropical energy straight into the glass. Confirmed additive-free by Tequila Matchmaker, this reposado tequila from El Arenal is an honest, unadorned expression of place.

• Nose: Light tones of caramel, tropical fruits, and citrus with hints of ripe mango and a gentle sweetness from the bourbon barrel maturation.
• Palate: Cooked agave comes forward alongside touches of bourbon, cinnamon, and black pepper for a bold, layered sip.
• Finish: Bright and full with a lightly sweet character and a lingering kiss of cinnamon spice.

The spice-forward profile of this reposado makes it a natural fit for a classic Spicy Margarita or a well-built Old Fashioned riff where the bourbon barrel maturation bridges the gap beautifully between agave and whiskey traditions.

Best enjoyed neat or on a single large ice cube to let the full terroir expression open up. Lagrimas Reposado El Chiqueno Verde is a 100% blue agave reposado tequila sourced from the El Arenal highlands of Jalisco.