Casa Azul is a brand that has built its identity around being USDA certified organic, focusing on organic and sustainable farming practices.

Now produced at Destiladora La Roca (NOM 1646), the brand enters a new chapter rooted in a family legacy tied directly to agave farming and tequila production in the heart of Jalisco.

Founded and operated by the Montes family, NOM 1646 has quickly gained attention for combining traditional tequila-making methods with newer production efficiencies focused on consistency and sustainability.

For many tequila enthusiasts, a distillery change can say a lot about a brand’s direction. In Casa Azul’s case, the move to 1646 raises interesting questions about how production, terroir, and distillery philosophy may influence the final tequila in the bottle.

Let’s take a closer look at what the new Casa Azul brings to the table, how the tequila performs in the glass, and whether the distillery transition marks a meaningful evolution for the brand.

Aromas of white pepper, agave, rose pedals and minerals are perceived first. Subtle notes of olives, lime, cantaloupe, grass and honey.

Tasting notes are sweet cooked agave, brine, pepper, mint, straw, lily, honey, minerals and lime zest.

Light viscosity for mouthfeel with a semi-short finish of pepper, minerals, and floral notes.

I feel Casa Azul’s distillery move has made a positive impact on the profile. This would make a great introductory bottle.

NOM

1646

Agave

Jalisco (Los Valles)

Cooking

Stone and brick ovens

Extraction

Roller mill

Water

Deep well water

Fermentation

Open stainless steel tanks

Still

Copper pot

Age

ABV

40%

Tequila Report Score: 85

Price $65.99

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