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Six Tequila Trends in 2026

Our 29-page research report on the tequila industry.

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La Gritona Reposado

Feb 27, 2026

La Gritona Reposado

Reposado-only brand in distinctive bottle offers herbaceous notes and fair value

Kellen Wilson
Kellen Wilson
Lost Lore Valley Blanco

Feb 27, 2026

Lost Lore Valley Blanco

Special heritage blanco is a delicious family tribute worth seeking

Michael Richardson
Michael Richardson
Siembra Alteño Blanco

Feb 27, 2026

Siembra Alteño Blanco

High-proof expression is rooted in tradition and brings loads of agave and brine to the party

Brad Buskirk
Brad Buskirk
Siete Leguas Blanco 47

Feb 27, 2026

Siete Leguas Blanco 47

Still-strength blanco from the legendary Gonzalez family turns up the intensity and viscosity a few notches

Jay Baer
Jay Baer
Socorro Añejo

Feb 27, 2026

Socorro Añejo

Accessible crowd-pleaser that balances Highland agave sweetness with pronounced oak influence, at a great price

Greg Bartolotta
Greg Bartolotta
Wild Common Reposado

Feb 27, 2026

Wild Common Reposado

This beautifully balanced reposado is approachable, refined, and expressive

Lauren Castano
Lauren Castano
Patrón Silver

Feb 17, 2026

Patrón Silver

Traditionally-made tequila from a global bland is a solid, if uninspiring, choice

Mike Barad
Mike Barad
El Tequileño Reposado Gran Reserva

Feb 17, 2026

El Tequileño Reposado Gran Reserva

Underrated reposado adds añejo to its blend for extra richness

Brad Niccum
Brad Niccum
Manuscrito Cuento Corto

Feb 17, 2026

Manuscrito Cuento Corto

First-ever rested blanco from Manuscrito brings huge viscosity and cinnamon pop

Keith Bogart
Keith Bogart
Alquimia Blanco

Feb 17, 2026

Alquimia Blanco

Organic, clean, fresh, and soft release is extremely easy-drinking and perpetually under-appreciated

Elizabeth
Elizabeth
Cazcanes No. 7 Joven

Feb 17, 2026

Cazcanes No. 7 Joven

This joven includes a bit of everything but manages to keep things harmonious and agave-forward

Bryce Taylor
Bryce Taylor
Pantalones Blanco

Feb 17, 2026

Pantalones Blanco

Alright, alright, alright. It's actually pretty decent tequila.

Heidi Anderson
Heidi Anderson
Xoloitzcuintle Joven

Feb 3, 2026

Xoloitzcuintle Joven

First Joven release from Xolo keeps their high-proof winning streak intact

Lauren Castano
Lauren Castano
AsomBroso Reposado

Feb 3, 2026

AsomBroso Reposado

New formula and French oak aging makes for a solid reposado in an intriguing bottle

Kellen Wilson
Kellen Wilson
Viuda de Martínez Plata

Feb 3, 2026

Viuda de Martínez Plata

Reinvigorated brand dating to 1840 brings the flavor in a new high-proof blanco

Keith Bogart
Keith Bogart
Carreta de Oro Reposado

Feb 2, 2026

Carreta de Oro Reposado

Jack Daniel's barrels bring honey and cinnamon to this revived brand

Brad Buskirk
Brad Buskirk
Cascahuín Extra Añejo

Feb 2, 2026

Cascahuín Extra Añejo

Hard-to-find aged expression from Chava Rosales is among the best available

Greg Bartolotta
Greg Bartolotta
Arette Reposado Artesenal Suave

Feb 2, 2026

Arette Reposado Artesenal Suave

Under-appreciated and approachable this is a balanced sipper that doesn't overwhelm your palate

Jay Baer
Jay Baer
Pantera de Oro High Proof Extra Añejo

Jan 19, 2026

Pantera de Oro High Proof Extra Añejo

New extra añejo-only brand brings the thunder at a solid price

Mike Barad
Mike Barad
Lost Lore Tahona Blanco

Jan 19, 2026

Lost Lore Tahona Blanco

First-ever tahona release from Lost Lore keeps their winning streak intact

Michael Richardson
Michael Richardson
Manuscrito Chapter One Blanco

Jan 19, 2026

Manuscrito Chapter One Blanco

First release from new tequila brand shows eye-popping potential

Mike Barad
Mike Barad
Pedro Furtivo Reposado

Jan 19, 2026

Pedro Furtivo Reposado

New brand uses American and French barrels masterfully, and offers a fair price for a high-quality sipper

Elizabeth
Elizabeth
Clase Azul Reposado

Jan 19, 2026

Clase Azul Reposado

Beautiful bottle contains less-than-gorgeous liquid

Brad Niccum
Brad Niccum
Wild Common Still Strength Blanco

Jan 19, 2026

Wild Common Still Strength Blanco

High proof from NOM 1123 is an agave-laden standout

Bryce Taylor
Bryce Taylor
Patrón Reposado

Jan 19, 2026

Patrón Reposado

Widely available reposado doesn't offend, but also doesn't excite

Heidi Anderson
Heidi Anderson
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