Altos
Altos is a super-premium award-winning tequila made from 100% Agave, using traditional production methods. It is produced from the heart of Los Altos, at an altitude of 2,104 meters above sea level, in the western state of Jalisco, Mexico. Thanks to the environment and soil from which it is made, this premium tequila delivers citrus, fruity, and sweet notes.
Relatively new on the tequila world stage, Altos is made in part by using a 500-year-old traditional tahona volcanic wheel stone method to crush cooked agave. Created in 2009 by two world-famous bartenders Dré Masso and Henry Besant, and the Maestro Tequilero Jesús Hernández. Their goal was to create a premium tequila that is perfect for cocktails, but equally smooth and delicious when enjoyed neat. Using centuries-old techniques, the agaves are slow-cooked in brick ovens, distilled in copper pot stills and aged in former bourbon barrels to produce a classic tequila for the modern world.
From its award-winning Plata Tequila to its most recent innovations, it has opened new horizons in terms of processes and quality – ready-to-serve, ready-to-drink margaritas and infused tequilas are now part of its product portfolio.
Altos is a proud authentic Mexican brand that recognises the multicultural nature of Mexico and celebrates its flavours, aromas, and sounds. After all, the best moments occur when you come as you are.
We grow our agave at 2,100 meters above sea level on the volcanic rich soil of Los Altos. Each agave grows from 7 to 8 years to reach maturity and achieve the sweet spot for tequila making
DID YOU KNOW…
Two world-renowned bartenders walk into a distillery…
Henry Besant and Dré Masso had already made their names in the bartending industry, winning cocktail competitions every step of the way, when they arrived at Los Altos in Jalisco, México: Tequila country. It’s there that they met Jesús Hernández, Maestro Tequilero, who partnered with them to create a tequila not only made the ‘right’ way but also tailored to fulfil their bartending dreams: naturally smooth, high quality, accessible and with a flavour able to cut through complex cocktails with great taste.
Committed to community and sustainability
Tahona Society is a community of bartenders founded by Altos to provide education in the agave spirits categories, fostering career opportunities, creating a community network and promoting balance between life and health practices. As it expands its presence around the world, it connects with bartenders and industry professionals who share its values and aspire to improve their lives and their establishments. Tahona Society is truly committed to community and sustainability – and leading the tequila industry.
- Timeline
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2009
Altos was born by a partnership between Master Distiller Jesús Hernandez and bartenders, Dré Masso and the Henry Besant to create Altos Tequila – a tequila by bartenders, for bartenders.
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2009
Tahona Society launches The Tahona Society, Altos’ bartender-exclusive community was born out of the founders’ dream of building a strong community that shared the passion for agave and good quality tequila.
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2010
The Tahona Society Cocktail Competition was launched.
The Tahona Competition launches. -
2015
Altos Añejo proudly joins siblings Altos Plata and Reposado.
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2018
The Tahona Society launched The Collective Spirit Competition which looks for sustainable initiatives that can impact the bar in a positive way.
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2022
Launch of Altos Margarita Ready to Serve – Strawberry and Classic Lime flavors.
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2023
Launch of Altos Infusionado. Available in 2 timeless variants : Cítricos and Café Natural.
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2023
Altos ready-to-drink Margaritas. Available in Lime and Watermelon flavors.
The Altos website
Want to know more about Altos Tequila? Visit the Olmecaaltos.com website and learn more about our tequilas, our social responsibility actions, and drink recipes.