Hornitos Plata is a 100% blue agave blanco tequila from Tequila, Jalisco founded in 1950 by Don Francisco Javier Sauza in honor of Mexican Independence Day and named for the “little ovens” (hornitos) used to roast agave in the traditional process, producing the clean, lively agave flavor with floral, herbal, and fruity citrus character that defines the brand’s unaged expression.

The Sauza family’s tequila lineage traces back to the 19th century Don Francisco Javier Sauza founding Hornitos in 1950 as a separate brand from the family’s larger Sauza enterprise, dedicated to producing 100% blue agave tequila at a time when many producers were blending with non-agave sugars. Hornitos Plata is bottled immediately after distillation without aging, preserving the true agave character: the floral and herbal notes of the roasted agave combined with the fresh citrus brightness of the raw spirit. Clean, dry finish without the sweetness that barrel aging introduces the correct base for a Paloma (tequila, grapefruit soda, lime) where the agave character needs to cut through the citrus mixer.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Floral and herbal with fruity citrus pure 100% blue agave character
• Palate: Clean, lively, and medium-bodied with a slightly citrus note and smooth, dry finish
• Finish: Brief, warm, and clean the agave freshness persisting without heat

Specs

• Producer: Hornitos, Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico (est. 1950)
• Founder: Don Francisco Javier Sauza
• Agave: 100% Blue Weber
• Style: Blanco Tequila
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Hornitos” mean?

“Little ovens” in Spanish referring to the traditional agave-roasting ovens used in tequila production. Don Francisco Javier Sauza named the brand after this key production step when he founded it in 1950.

Is Hornitos Plata 100% agave?

Yes Hornitos Plata is made from 100% Blue Weber agave, bottled unaged immediately after distillation to preserve the pure floral, herbal, and citrus agave character.

What is the best way to drink Hornitos Plata?

As a blanco, it shines in cocktails where the agave should cut through especially a Paloma (tequila, grapefruit soda, lime) or a classic Margarita. Its clean, dry finish also makes it an easy sipper or shot.

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