Herradura has been shaping tequila for more than 150 years, long before “premium tequila” became a category. Their Plata is the raw expression of that heritage, untouched, vibrant, and alive with true agave character. Opening this bottle feels like stepping inside the hacienda’s stone ovens just after the doors open: warm steam, sweet agave, and the promise of something honest and handcrafted.

Herradura Plata Tequila
Brand: Herradura | Category: Blanco / Plata Tequila | ABV: 40% | Origin: Jalisco, Mexico | Vol: 750ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Fresh cooked agave, citrus zest, pepper, herbal sweetness, and a hint of minerality, like slicing into a just-harvested piña on a sunny Jalisco morning.
Palate: Crisp, clean, and naturally sweet. Notes of roasted agave, lime, white pepper, soft herbs, and subtle earthiness glide with refreshing brightness. The texture is smooth and lively, showcasing pure agave without any oak influence.
Finish: Clean, bright, and slightly spicy. Agave sweetness and pepper linger in a crisp, refreshing fade.

Production Details:
Herradura Plata starts with estate-grown blue agave, slow-cooked in traditional clay ovens for nearly 26 hours. Fermentation is driven by natural wild yeasts from the hacienda’s open-air environment, giving the spirit subtle complexity. Unlike many blancos, Herradura rests the tequila for up to 45 days in stainless steel or neutral tanks, allowing flavors to harmonize without adding oak, a hallmark of their refined house style.

Perfect For:
Refreshing cocktails, warm evenings, or moments when you want tequila in its purest form. Ideal for Margaritas, Palomas, or sipping neat when you crave clean agave sweetness without barrel influence.

Expert Notes:
Praised for its authentic agave-forward profile, Herradura Plata is considered one of the best traditional blancos available at its tier. Its natural fermentation and slow cooking give it more depth than most unaged tequilas, making it a bartender favorite.

Customer Reviews:
“Bright, clean, and super smooth. My go-to for Margaritas.”
“Pure agave flavor with a little pepper kick. Really solid blanco.”
“Fresh and crisp. Great balance of sweetness and spice.”

Interesting Fact:
Herradura’s hacienda has been using the same open-air fermentation spaces for generations, the natural airborne yeasts unique to the property are a signature part of the tequila’s flavor.

Serving Suggestions:
Neat for pure agave brightness. Over ice with a twist of lime for a clean, refreshing sip. In cocktails, it shines in a classic Tommy’s Margarita or a Paloma where its citrus and pepper notes come alive.

Distillery Background:
Casa Herradura, founded in 1870 in Amatitán, is one of Mexico’s oldest continuously operating tequila haciendas. Known for its traditional ovens, natural fermentation, and estate-grown agave, Herradura produces tequila with authenticity, heritage, and deep regional character. The Plata is the purest window into that legacy.