Hornitos Reposado is a 100% blue agave tequila rested in oak with deliberately minimal wood contact — preserving a livelier, more agave-forward character than most reposados, from a brand founded by Don Francisco Javier Sauza in 1950.
Hornitos was introduced in 1950 in honor of Mexican Independence Day, named for the “little ovens” (hornitos) traditionally used to roast agave. The reposado rests in large oak vats rather than small barrels, which keeps wood influence light and lets the bright agave flavor lead. The result is a smooth, mature reposado with a pale straw color and a balanced, only slightly woody profile — versatile enough to sip, shoot, or build a great margarita around.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Fine agave, herbal notes, and green apple.
Palate: Balanced and slightly woody with bright agave — medium to full body.
Finish: Smooth and clean.
Specs
Producer: Hornitos (Sauza), Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico
Category: Reposado Tequila
Agave: 100% Blue Agave
Color: Pale straw
Size: 750ml
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Hornitos Reposado different from other reposados?
It's rested in large oak vats with deliberately minimal wood contact, so it keeps a livelier, more agave-forward taste than reposados aged heavily in small barrels. The result is smoother and more mature than a blanco but still bright with agave.
Is Hornitos 100% agave?
Yes — Hornitos Reposado is made from 100% blue agave, not a mixto. That's part of why the agave flavor comes through so clearly.
How should I drink it?
Versatile — smooth enough to sip neat or on the rocks, and an excellent base for a margarita or tequila cocktail. A popular choice for Cinco de Mayo and celebrations.
