Mike & Rick of Tequila Aficionado taste and discuss Tres Ochos tequila blanco.
From the Tres Ochos Website:
888 Tres Ochos Tequila was created with a commitment to the denomination of origin and the worldwide recognition of Mexico’s tequila heritage.
Originating in the fertile volcanic soil of the lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico, made from 100% tequilana azul weber agave, with a taste and quality reminiscent of tequilas historically crushed by tahona roca,888 Tres Ochos Tequila is distilled and bottled in Mexico for the aficionado with a discriminating palate and those who appreciate the finer pleasures in life.
888 Tres Ochos Tequila was founded in an era that ushered in high quality premium brands of 100% blue weber agave tequilas. The transition from party shots to elegant sipping tequilas started with “Tequilas Finos” being savored neat in a snifter, chilled or on the rocks.
Handcrafted, 888 Tres Ochos Tequila captures the heart of Mexico, the pure spirit of 100% agave, celebrates the history of tequila and the philosophy of Asian beliefs.
Health, Luck and Prosperity, symbolize both the importance and intrinsic value of the numbers “888” in Asian society, creating a cross-cultural alliance with unparalleled brand recognition with 888 Tres Ochos Tequila.
A global tequila with artistic inspiration from Europe, logistics from Singapore combined with the production of exceptional “fine tequilas” from Fabrica de Tequilas Finos in Tequila, Mexico, harmoniously create 888 Tres Ochos Tequila.
888 Tres Ochos Tequila 100% blue agave Silver, Reposado and Añejo are hand crafted by master distiller Señor Arturo Fuentes and Fabrica de Tequilas Finos to deliver an extremely smooth award-winning tequila of reverential sophistication.
888 Tres Ochos Tequila is premium tequila at it’s best, bottling the exotic allure of past, present and future.
TRES OCHOS TEQUILA was founded in an era that ushered in high quality premium brands of 100% Agave Tequilas. The tradition from party shots to elegant sipping Tequilas began with “Tequilas Finos” being savored neat in a snifter, chilled or on the rocks. 888 TRES OCHOS TEQUILA is distilled and bottled by Fabrica de Tequilas Finos in Jalisco, Tequila, Mexico as an ultra-premium Tequila and proudly continues the sipping tradition of premium Tequilas.
Originating in the fertile volcanic soil of the lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico, 888 Tres Ochos Tequila is distilled from hand selected 100% Blue Weber Agave and crafted with the taste and quality reminiscent of ultra premium tequilas historically crushed by tahona roca. 888 Tres Ochos Silver, Reposado and Anejo Tequilas are individually created by master distiller Senor Arturo Fuentes for the “aficionado” with a discriminating palate. All classes are 40% ABV / 80 proof, cumulating with both Reposado and Anejo being extra aged to produce an extremely fine premium Tequila.
The concept and branding of 888 Tres Ochos is the by-product of years of traveling in Mexico, the Caribbean and Asia as pilots. The Aztec and Mayan history of Tres Ochos is undocumented, however the intrinsic value of 888 (numerically read in every language) as the symbolic meaning of luck, health and prosperity in Asian society is extremely important to a cross-cultural global alliance. An easily recognized and highly respected branding in the Chinese culture, 888 TRES OCHOS (ba ba ba) is poised to become the most significant 100% Agave premium Tequila exported directly from Mexico. The unique label, embossed cork stopper, subtle bottle design, and stylish tubular packaging enhance the exceptional marketability of the brand.
With secured capacity, a meticulously maintained solar powered distillery (the first environmentally conscious solar distillery in Mexico) with strict production and delivery standard demanded by Costco, 888 Spirits Company secures the same dedication to quality and timely delivery for 888 Tres Ochos premium Tequilas.
Award winning quality, unique graphics, coveted branding and aggressive pricing for premium Tequilas has given a growing sales force a decided advantage in opening new markets and territories around the world.
Enjoy responsibly, share with friends and family and spread the word. The spirits of 888 Tres Ochos Tequila is now available to everyone…… SALUD!!
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