OUR PROCESS
BLUE AGAVE
Agave is a crop that over two centuries has been an important support of tequila agribusiness and the agricultural economy of the Tequila region, Jalisco, and almost 100 years to date, also in the Los Altos region.
JIMA
Once the agave matures, it is Jima and consists of removing the leaf part of the leaves leaving only the base of the leaves along with the stem, resulting in the pineapple.
COOKING HYDROLYSIS
After the Jima, the pineapples are taken to the factories, where they are hydrolyzed through the application of high-pressure heat in order to unfold the insulin polymers and obtain simple sugars, in this case fructose and glucose, suitable for be fermented.
EXTRACTION
The carbohydrates or sugars contained in agave pineapples must be separated from the fiber.
In this process phase, the sugars present in the musts are transformed, by the action of yeasts, in ethyl alcohol, the main component of Tequila.
FERMENTATION
MATURATION
With this final step, our tequila undergoes changes that determine its final characteristic, including wood and its drying process, lighting, temperature, humidity of the ripening cellars, alcohol content of the ripening product as well as the number of cycles of use that are It gives the barrels, they determine the definitive profile of tequila in terms of taste and aroma.
Owning the Night Responsibly
With owning the night comes responsibility. In every situation. With respect to everyone and everything around us. We strive to preserve the integrity of our world and all beings in it. We do this with placing jaguar preservation and sustainability at the core of our brand and mission.
Jaguar Preservation
Quick, agile, and a powerful predator of the jungle, the jaguar is revered as gods in Ancient Mexican culture. It is a symbol of strength, courage, and spiritual power. The jaguar plays a vital role in the jungle, controlling other species’ populations and helping maintain a healthy ecosystem. Unfortunately, due to deforestation, illegal hunting, and loss of wild prey, the jaguar population continues to decline and the species has even become extinct in some countries.
Acosta Tequila is dedicated to aiding in jaguar preservation efforts and raising awareness of this issue. We dedicate a portion of every sale and focus our efforts on it, so that together, we can save this majestic creature from endangerment and extinction.
SUSTAINABILITY
Acosta Tequila is committed to economically, socially and environmentally sustainable practices throughout our supply chains. We’ve chosen suppliers that are committed to mitigating carbon footprint, reforestation, and clean energy. When choosing Acosta Tequila, you can be proud to know that you are supporting a sustainable brand that cares about your future and the future of this earth.
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In producing our glass, our factory uses a state-of-the-art clean cogeneration system with highly efficient natural gas that produces 0% CO2 emissions.
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Our distillery is a third-generation family farm in Tequila, Mexico. With mango trees and a duck sanctuary on the property, our farm is certified by the Industria Limpia (Clean Industry) and is diligent in composting, renewable energy and recycling.
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Our bottle is fully recyclable and made in Mexico, supporting local communities.