Description

 HACIENDA CORRITO BLANCO | TEQUILA*

Hacienda Corrido* traces its roots to an 18th-century estate near Penjamo, Guanajuato, one of the few regions outside Jalisco awarded Denomination of Origin status. Distilled from estate-grown blue agave harvested at seven to ten years, Corrido Blanco reflects the highland climate: warm days for sugar buildup, cool nights to lock in acidity and aroma.

After slow steam-baking in stone ovens, agave hearts ferment in stainless steel with native yeast strains. Double-distillation in copper pot stills yields a tequila alive with green, floral, and pepper notes. No resting in wood means the spirit goes straight from still to bottle, capturing the harvest’s essence.

The crystal-clear liquid shimmers with silvery legs. Aromas of roasted agave, green apple, and fresh basil greet the nose. First sip offers bright sweetness followed by black-pepper spice and a chalk-mineral undertone. A clean, dry finish invites another taste, excellent for purists who want nothing clouding the agave’s voice.

Serving Suggestions (brief bullet list)

• Neat: 16–18 °C to showcase herbal brightness
  
• Margarita: 2 oz Blanco · 1 oz fresh lime · ¾ oz agave syrup
  
• Spicy Paloma: Add jalapeño slice for heat

Corrido’s bottle design pays tribute to Mexican corrido folk songs—labels depict guitar silhouettes and lyrical scrolls, celebrating stories of love, land, and liberation. Each cork is wrapped in artisan-woven agave fibers, making the bottle a display-worthy conversation piece.

The distillery emphasizes circular production: bagasse transforms into adobe bricks for village housing, vinasse wastewater irrigates agave seedlings, and eco-stoves heat the community kitchen. Such community integration echoes Nigeria’s own push toward sustainable agro-enterprise, making Corrido* an ethical as well as flavorful choice.

In cocktails, Corrido* adds backbone without overpowering fresh mixers. Bartenders love it for clarified milk punches and tequila-forward Negronis because peppery brightness cuts through richness. At home, pair a neat pour with pepper-spiced kilishi—natural sweetness offsets the jerky’s smoky heat.

For anyone building a tequila collection or upgrading casual Margarita nights, Hacienda Corrido* Blanco brings artisanal authenticity, bright flavor, and a story worth toasting.

FAQ

Is Corrido Blanco certified tequila?
Yes. It carries CRT certification and Denomination-of-Origin protection.

Why the asterisk in the name?
Branding differs by market, some labels read “Hacienda Corralejo Blanco.” The liquid is identical.

Does Blanco mean unaged?
Correct. Corrido* spends no time in oak, preserving pure agave character.

Ideal garnish for cocktails?
Expressed lime peel or a thin slice of fresh jalapeño enhances the peppery finish.