El Tequileño Platino Blanco

This one really is Mexico’s best-kept secret. Produced right in the town of Tequila, El Tequileño is led by Master Distiller Tony Salles, who carries on a family legacy while making a wide range of expressions at approachable price points. Even their mixto blanco has a loyal following — it’s the tequila used in the famous Batanga cocktail over at La Capilla, the legendary cantina just around the corner from the distillery.

The Platinum Blanco is 100% agave, affordable, and easy to track down in most markets. It pours clean and crisp, opening with cooked agave, lime zest, and a touch of mint. The palate is light but flavorful — sweet agave leads into soft cinnamon warmth, citrus brightness, and a hint of minerality. A subtle earthiness keeps it balanced. The finish lingers with gentle pepper spice, a flicker of anise, and that refreshing minty lift.

For the price, it’s a no-brainer: smooth enough to sip neat, and versatile enough to mix without hesitation.