Five ways Altos Tequila is making a positive impact on the environment
Altos Tequila blends tradition and sustainability, promoting responsible agriculture and packaging.
Altos Tequila is more than just a drink; it’s an authentic concept rooted in the heart of mixology. Created by bartenders and a maestro tequilero, Altos honours traditional production methods (brick oven, copper still) and stands out as a 100 per cent agave tequila that’s versatile and of high quality. But its commitment goes beyond flavour: sustainability is a core pillar of its identity.
“Altos promotes a holistic vision that supports responsible practices, mental health, professional development and fosters support networks for bartenders worldwide,” says Marijose Regules, Sustainability & Responsibility Manager at the House of Tequila. “Within this framework, Altos’ sustainability and responsibility projects reflect its belief that a great tequila should also care for its people and the planet.”
Altos’s commitment goes beyond flavour: sustainability is a core pillar of its identity.
Marijose Regules, Sustainability & Responsibility Manager
Certified sustainable agriculture
Agave plantations owned by Altos have achieved gold-level international certification by the Sustainable Agriculture Initiative (SAI). This Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) recognises responsible agricultural practices in areas such as biodiversity, water management, soil health and labour conditions.
Water replenishment
Altos participates in the Charco Bendito project in the Jalisco region of Mexico, where Altos is produced. The initiative aims to increase water infiltration and provide access to clean water for over 1,000 people by 2028. The project’s restoration efforts encompass a range of vital activities, including reforestation, soil conservation, biodiversity preservation and water harvesting. So far, it has led to the reforestation of 193 hectares and has captured 71,149 tonnes of CO2.
Environmental protection with ARA
Altos complies with the Agave Responsable Ambiental (ARA) protocol, ensuring that no agave used comes from deforested areas. This protocol not only protects local ecosystems but also aligns production with biodiversity conservation.
Responsible packaging
All paper and cardboard packaging used by Altos is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified, guaranteeing that materials come from responsible and sustainable sources. The introduction of a lighter bottle has reduced CO2 emissions.
Zero waste
The two main by-products of the tequila distillation process are bagasse and vinasse. The latter is highly acidic and could contaminate water supplies and harm aquatic life if released into streams or rivers. Altos has begun transforming waste bagasse into nutrient-rich compost for other crops, while vinasse is treated at a community wastewater plant to prevent it from entering rivers and for potential reuse.
