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AGAVE TEQUILA G4 TEQUILA JESUS MARIA, JALISCO, NOM 1579 Four Generations of Tequila Mastery Distilled by Master Tequilero Felipe Camarena at his innovative El Pandillo Distillery. G4=Fourth-generation tequila producers. Located in the village of Jesus Maria, roughly 7000’ elevation, in the Los Altos region of Jalisco. 100% estate grown Blue Weber agaves, grown for 6-8 years in mineral-rich, red clay soil fields adjacent to his distillery. Roasted for 22 hours in masonry ovens, split by an axe, then slowly crushed by “Felipestein”, his mechanical tahona roller, custom built by Felipe from recycled parts. Slowly fermented over 5 days to develop flavor complexity, then distilled twice in copper pot stills. G4 Tequila Blanco 80PF / 750ML Nice minerality and forward aroma from rainwater distillation. Silky texture with slight heat. True agave, spicy, peppery, smooth and delicious with nice buttery notes and smoky Twice distilled in copper stills, G4 Blanco 108 is a bold, high proof expression with complex aromas, a long finish, and perfect texture. “108” is not “Still Strength” which is higher, and beyond legal limits for Tequila. Big Cooked Agave flavor with Black Pepper, Minerals, Cinnamon, Alcohol, and subtle Pineapple or Mint. G4 Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML Aged for at least 6 months in American Oak bourbon barrels, the “rested” tequila – G4 Reposado builds on the character of the Blanco but adds to the aroma hints of peach and licorice, with a small hint of grapefruit and lighter pepper in the tasting. G4 Tequila Añejo 80PF / 750ML After 18 months of subtle aging, our beloved Añejo develops a character all its own, without overwhelming the delicious natural flavors of the tequila. Gentle smoky flavors and aromas that will fill your palate with joy. Notes of Cooked Agave and Black Pepper with subtle Vanilla and Oak. Soft Florals, Citrus, Butterscotch and Cinnamon. G4 Tequila Extra Añejo 80PF / 750ML Aged for three years in the same very old Tennessee whiskey barrels, our golden, delicious Extra Añejo takes G4 Blanco from youthful spirit to full grown wisdom. Silky and oaky, it’s a glorious kiss on the lips. Cooked Agave, Oak and Vanilla, with Caramel, Butterscotch, Floral, and Citrus but still G4 Tequila with even the familiar Black Pepper and Minerals. elements. Complex, but pleasant sipping. G4 Tequila Blanco 108 High Proof 108PF / 750ML

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GRAND MAYAN MEXICO, GUADALAJARA Grand Mayan is ultra-premium tequila presented in hand made talavera bottles crafted by Mexican artists out of clay, individually numbered and painted by hand. Grand Mayan Silver Tequila 80PF / 750ML Award-winning Grand Mayan Silver tequila is slowly distilled three times, resulting in the perfect Blanco tequila. This light, crystal clear tequila exudes fresh agave aromas, making it a favorite of tequila connoisseurs worldwide. This tequila mixes flawlessly into almost any cocktail. 93pts Tastings.com Grand Mayan Reposado 80PF / 750ML Grand Mayan Reposado is aged in ex-American whiskey casks for 6 months and finished in ex-Cognac barrels for an additional 2 months (for a total of 8 months resting in barrels). It’s smooth for sipping, full on the palate and leads The agave used to craft Grand Mayan Extra Aged is slowly cooked in traditional stone and brick ovens, slowly fermented, then twice distilled in copper lined stills. It is then rested in ex-bourbon and ex-cognac barrels for a minimum of 3 years up to 5 years. Each batch is masterfully blended, perfectly smooth with a layered, long finish. 93pts Tasting Panel Grand Mayan Limited Edition Ultra Aged Tequila 80PF / 750ML Aged for a minimum of 5 years, Grand Mayan Ultra Aged Limited Release Tequila is crafted using our finest hand selected Central-Highland Blue Weber Agave. Slow cooked in traditional Brick and Stone overs, extended fermentation, then twice distilled in Copper Pot Stills, this exceptional Tequila is then rested in both American oak casks and French ex-cognac barrels. Perfectly smooth with rich notes of sweet nuts, blue agave, and dark chocolate, leading to a complex and delicious long finish. 97pts Tasting Panel into a layered and delicious long finish. 91pts Ultimate Spirits Competition 2022 Grand Mayan Extra Aged Tequila 80PF / 750ML

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