Cazcanes

Cazcanes launched in the mid‑2010s and quickly made a name for itself by leaning into craft methods and a clear story: organic, lowlands Blue Weber agave, single‑source spring water, and a focus on purity and terroir. 

Cazcanes’ name is linked to an indigenous history, and the recipes are said to draw on old regional techniques. The brand also uses a simple numbering system to indicate proof and style (for example, No.7 at 80 proof and No.9 at 100 proof), which helps buyers choose by strength and character rather than confusing labels. You’ll see those examples more soon.

Cazcanes aims to be both good for serious sippers, but also for people who want to sip and learn.

Notable Bottles From Cazcanes Tequila

Cazcanes No.9 Blanco 

No.9 Blanco is a high‑proof blanco bottled at 100 proof that puts cooked agave and bright citrus forward while giving little extra weight and warmth from the higher alcohol. It’s a clear teacher: sip it neat to learn the raw agave profile, or use it in a Margarita when you want the spirit to stand up to citrus and sweetener. The extra proof helps aromatics open and gives cocktails a bolder backbone without masking agave character. For a first serious bottle, No.9 shows how proof and clean distillation change the experience.

Cazcanes No.9 Rosa Blanco Tequila 

The Rosa Blanco is a limited, rested blanco that spends a short time in French oak wine barrels that previously held Napa Cabernet, which gives the spirit a delicate ruby tint and subtle wine‑influenced notes after about 31 days of rest. Because the rest is brief, the agave remains central while the wine casks add fruity and tannic hints that make the bottle feel special and slightly more complex. It’s a good pick for people who want a blanco with a twist. The Rosa approach shows how short, smart finishing can add nuance without heavy oak.

Cazcanes No.9 Rosa Reposado 

This expression builds on the Rosa idea with a longer wood contact that brings more rounded vanilla and spice while keeping the wine‑barrel influence in the background. It’s a step toward aged styles but still keeps agave clarity, so it works for sipping and for premium cocktails that call for a touch of oak. The Reposado Rosa is useful when you want something more layered than a blanco but not as heavy as an añejo.

Cazcanes Blanco No.7 

No.7 is the approachable, lower‑proof blanco (80 proof) that’s easier for casual mixing and for people who prefer a gentler sip. It’s a practical bottle for Margaritas, Palomas, and high‑volume cocktails where balance and drinkability matter. If you want a friendly first bottle that still reads as craft tequila, No.7 is a solid choice.

Awards and Recognition

Cazcanes Tequila is a well-decorated brand. Beverage Testing Institute gave the No. 10 Blanco a 97-point rating, making it one of the highest-rated tequilas in 2023. Make sure to grab it when you see it! Cazcanes' Blanco (95 points), Reposado (94 points), and Añejo (94 points) all received gold medals and the "exceptional" distinction in 2020.

Who Cazcanes Tequila is For

Cazcanes suits people who want a clear, honest tequila story and bottles that teach as you drink. Prices can seem steep if you’re new, but bottles are well worth enjoying.