Casa Noble Tequila is a premium tequila brand that is made from 100% blue Weber agaves grown in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. Casa Noble Tequila is one of the few tequilas that is certified organic and kosher, and it is also aged in French oak barrels for extra smoothness and complexity. In this article, we will explore the history, production, varieties and awards of Casa Noble Tequila.
The History of Casa Noble
Casa Noble Tequila traces its origins back to the late 1700s, when a family of Spanish nobles established a tequila distillery in Jalisco, Mexico. The distillery was located at the foot of the Tequila Volcano, where the soil and climate were ideal for growing agaves. The family named their tequila Casa Noble, meaning “noble house”, to reflect their heritage and quality standards1.
Casa Noble Tequila was one of the first tequilas to be exported to Europe and the United States, and it quickly gained recognition and popularity among tequila connoisseurs. By 1800, Casa Noble was producing 10 barrels of tequila per day2. The distillery remained in the family for seven generations, until it was acquired by Jose Hermosillo, a descendant of the original founders, in 19901.
Hermosillo decided to revamp and modernize the distillery, while preserving its traditional methods and values. He also hired David Ravandi, a renowned tequila expert and master blender, to oversee the production and quality of Casa Noble Tequila. Together, they introduced new innovations and improvements to Casa Noble Tequila, such as using only organic agaves, aging the tequila in French oak barrels, triple-distilling the tequila for purity and smoothness, and obtaining organic and kosher certifications1.
In 2011, Casa Noble Tequila attracted the attention of Carlos Santana, a legendary musician and philanthropist who was born in Jalisco. Santana became a partner and co-owner of Casa Noble Tequila, and he also became involved in its social and environmental initiatives. Santana said he was drawn to Casa Noble Tequila because of its “quality, integrity and provenance”1.
Today, Casa Noble Tequila is one of the most respected and awarded tequilas in the world. It is produced at La Cofradia distillery, a picturesque facility located just outside the town of Tequila in Jalisco. It is distributed in over 40 countries and has a loyal fan base among celebrities, musicians and tequila lovers1.
The Production of Casa Noble
Casa Noble Tequila is made from 100% blue Weber agaves that are grown organically in the highlands of Jalisco. The agaves are harvested by hand when they reach maturity, usually between 10 to 12 years. The agaves are then cooked in traditional stone ovens for 38 hours to release their sugars1.
The cooked agaves are then crushed using a mechanical mill to extract their juice. The juice is then fermented in stainless steel tanks using natural yeast for three to five days. The fermented juice is then distilled three times in copper pot stills to produce a clear and pure tequila1.
The tequila is then aged in French oak barrels that have been lightly toasted to impart flavor and color to the tequila. The barrels are stored in an underground cellar where they are exposed to the natural temperature and humidity fluctuations of Jalisco. The aging time varies depending on the type of tequila1.
Casa Noble Tequila is bottled without any additives or filtration at 40% ABV (80 proof). It is also certified organic by USDA and EU standards, and certified kosher by OU standards1.
The Varieties of Casa Noble
Casa Noble Tequila offers four varieties: Crystal, Reposado, Añejo and Single Barrel. Each variety has its own flavor profile and characteristics:
- Crystal: This is the unaged or blanco tequila that is bottled right after distillation. It has aromas of citrus, herbs and vanilla. It has flavors of sweet agave, lemon, pepper and honey. It has a smooth and clean finish3.
- Reposado: This is the tequila that is aged for 364 days in French oak barrels. It has aromas of vanilla, caramel, spice and wood. It has flavors of cooked agave, oak, butter and nuts. It has a long and silky finish3.
- Añejo: This is the tequila that is aged for two years in French oak barrels. It has aromas of chocolate, coffee, dried fruits and leather. It has flavors of caramel, toffee, vanilla and spice. It has a rich and complex finish3.
- Single Barrel: This is a limited edition tequila that is aged for five years in a single French oak barrel. It has aromas of toasted oak, vanilla, cinnamon and clove. It has flavors of roasted agave, caramel, coconut and tobacco. It has a smooth and elegant finish3.
Casa Noble Tequila can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, or mixed with other ingredients to create cocktails. Some of the recommended cocktails are:
- Noble Margarita: Casa Noble Crystal Tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur and agave nectar.
- Noble Old Fashioned: Casa Noble Reposado Tequila, sugar cube, Angostura bitters and orange peel.
- Noble Manhattan: Casa Noble Añejo Tequila, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters and cherry.
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The Awards of Casa Noble
Casa Noble Tequila has received numerous awards and accolades from various competitions and publications. Some of the most notable ones are:
- Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 for Casa Noble Crystal Tequila4.
- Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2015, 2016 and 2017 for Casa Noble Reposado Tequila4.
- Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2015 and 2016 for Casa Noble Añejo Tequila4.
- Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2015 for Casa Noble Single Barrel Tequila4.
- Best Tequila at the International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2016 for Casa Noble Crystal Tequila.
- Best Reposado Tequila at the International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2016 for Casa Noble Reposado Tequila.
- Best Añejo Tequila at the International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2016 for Casa Noble Añejo Tequila.
- Best Organic Spirit at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2017 for Casa Noble Crystal Tequila.
- Best Organic Spirit at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2018 for Casa Noble Reposado Tequila.
- Best Organic Spirit at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge in 2019 for Casa Noble Añejo Tequila.
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Conclusion
Casa Noble Tequila is a premium tequila brand that is made from 100% blue Weber agaves grown organically in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. It is one of the few tequilas that is certified organic and kosher, and it is also aged in French oak barrels for extra smoothness and complexity. It offers four varieties: Crystal, Reposado, Añejo and Single Barrel. It has received numerous awards and accolades from various competitions and publications. It is a noble and organic tequila that reflects the heritage and quality standards of its founder, Jose Hermosillo, and his partner, Carlos Santana.
References
- https://casanoble.com/
- https://drizly.com/liquor-brands/casa-noble/b2951
- https://casanoble.com/collections/tequila
- https://www.sfspiritscomp.com/results/
- https://www.iwsc.net/results/search?search=casa+noble
- https://www.ultimate-beverage.com/ultimate-spirits-challenge-USC/2020-spirits-results/