by Andrew Chalk
I went to an interesting media tasting of Flecha Azul tequila recently. The tequila itself is great, especially the oaked expressions (reposado, añejo, extra añejo and cristallino) but the twist in this tasting was the well thought-out cocktails.
Using just the blanco (aged tequila is wasted in cocktails) Flecha Azul put together some real winners. Beyond the margarita, so to speak.
Another pleasant surprise was appetizers that worked with tequila. Using earthy and seafood flavors, the food, by The Mexican, really synergized with the tequila.
Why all the pomp and circumstance? LIV golf was in town for the LIV Golf Team Championship Dallas and one of the principals of Flecha Azul is LIV Golf player Abraham Ancer.
FROM THE WIRES…
About Flecha Azul Tequila
Flecha Azul Tequila is an award-winning additive-free tequila brand co-founded by Mexican-American professional golfer Abraham Ancer and Mexican entrepreneur Aron Marquez. Flecha Azul Tequila is a celebration of their deep-seated friendship, mutual respect for their Mexican heritage, and a shared vision to create something truly exceptional. Born from this powerful camaraderie, Flecha Azul is crafted at Tequila Orendain, a distillery steeped in tradition and family values, where each bottle is a testament to the founders' commitment to authenticity, culture, and artisanal excellence. Adhering to time-honored tequila-making methods dating back to 1926, Flecha Azul is distinguished by its purity and simplicity, made with just three ingredients – fully matured Blue Weber Agave, volcanic water, and yeast, with no additives. The range of five expressions – Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, Añejo Cristalino, and Extra Añejo – reflects the brand’s versatility and dedication to quality. In 2022, Entrepreneur, actor, and producer Mark Wahlberg, joined the company as principal investor, actively supporting the brand's growth. For more information on Flecha Azul visit https://flechaazultequila.com or follow @FlechaAzulTequila on Facebook and Instagram..
Flecha Azul Blanco (SRP: $44.99) ABV: 40%
Flecha Azul Blanco tequila is the foundation of all of Flecha’s tequila expressions and thus delivers a balanced profile, crisp tasting notes, and a bright flavor. A balanced flavor profile brings expressive spice, and cooked agave gives way to ripe fruit and honey-sweet floral notes.
Flecha Azul Reposado (SRP: $54.99) ABV: 40%
The Reposado has a golden brown color with notes of vanilla and butter. It maintains the bright, crisp character of the traditional Blanco, layering citrus and a gentle grassiness against praline, vanilla, sandalwood, and subtle baking spice. It is rested in ex-bourbon American oak barrels for 6 months delivering a round, sweet finish with a subtle taste of brown spices.
Flecha Azul Añejo (SRP: $64.99) ABV: 40%
The Flecha Azul traditional Añejo is expressive of rich maple and caramel but never cloying, as dried herbs and pineapple cream soda keep things vibrant, all tied together with a lingering note of black pepper. Aged for 18 months — 6 months longer than the industry standard, the Añejo tequila delivers a very subtle taste of agave and notes from American oak barrels.
Flecha Azul Extra Añejo (SRP: $319.99) ABV: 40%
The Extra Añejo tequila is Flecha’s most premium tequila. The years of aging deliver a full and balanced blend of oak, subtle sweetness and smooth butterscotch. Powerful, the Extra Añejo floods the senses with praline, roasted pineapple, and vanilla. On the palate, its weight is tempered with gently-extracted wood tannins for a balanced and complex finish.
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