Arette Fuerte 101 Proof Blanco Tequila – 101 Proof (50.5% ABV) | 700ml

Bold, concentrated, and intensely agave-forward, Arette Fuerte 101 Proof Blanco Tequila is a high-proof expression produced by the Orendain family at the historic El Llano Distillery (NOM 1109) in Tequila, Jalisco. Bottled at 50.5% ABV (101 proof) in a 700ml bottle, Fuerte delivers an amplified profile of cooked agave, black pepper, citrus, minerals, herbs, and earthy notes while preserving the traditional character of the spirit.

Process & Production

Produced at NOM 1109 in Tequila, Jalisco, Arette Fuerte 101 is crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave (Agave Tequilana Weber) sourced from the Tequila Valley.

The agaves are cooked in traditional stone and brick ovens before extraction with a roller mill. Fermentation takes place in open-air cement tanks without agave fibers, using deep well water, followed by double distillation in stainless steel pot stills.

The tequila is bottled directly as an unaged Blanco at a substantial 50.5% ABV (101 proof). Arette's technical sheet also identifies this expression as made without additives, keeping the focus on the agave and production process.

Appearance

Crystal clear and bright, reflecting its unaged character and direct presentation of the distilled agave spirit.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Powerful aromas of cooked agave lead into black pepper, citrus, minerals, fresh herbs, earth, and vegetal notes.

Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated with intense cooked agave, pepper, citrus, mineral character, cinnamon, earth, and herbal notes. The elevated proof adds considerable structure and warmth without obscuring the underlying agave.

Finish: Long, warming, and persistent with lingering cooked agave, pepper, citrus, minerals, herbs, and earthy spice.

What Makes It Special

Arette Fuerte 101 stands apart through the combination of traditional production and elevated bottling strength. At 101 proof, it offers significantly greater concentration than a standard 80-proof Blanco while maintaining a distinctly agave-driven profile.

Its production at El Llano Distillery, stone-and-brick oven cooking, open-air cement fermentation, and double distillation create a traditional foundation for the spirit. Bottling at 50.5% ABV then allows the cooked agave, pepper, citrus, mineral, and herbal characteristics to appear with greater intensity.

For tequila enthusiasts seeking a high-proof Blanco that emphasizes production character rather than barrel influence, Fuerte 101 represents one of the boldest expressions in the Arette portfolio.

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a tequila tasting glass to experience its concentrated agave character. Allow it several minutes to rest after pouring, or add a few drops of water to explore how its citrus, mineral, herbal, and cooked-agave notes develop.

Its 101-proof strength also makes it an excellent choice for a premium Margarita or Paloma where a more assertive agave character is desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of Arette Fuerte 101 Proof Blanco Tequila?
It is bottled at 50.5% ABV (101 proof).

Where is Arette Fuerte 101 produced?
It is produced at El Llano Distillery (NOM 1109) in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.

What type of agave is used?
It is produced from 100% Blue Weber agave (Agave Tequilana Weber) from the Tequila Valley.

How is the agave cooked?
The agave is cooked in stone and brick ovens before extraction with a roller mill.

Is Arette Fuerte 101 aged?
No. It is an unaged Blanco tequila, with Arette's technical sheet listing no barrel type or barrel maturation.

Does Arette Fuerte 101 contain additives?
Arette's technical sheet identifies the expression as having no additives.

What is the bottle size?
This expression comes in a 700ml bottle.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 700ml bottle of Arette Fuerte 101 Proof Blanco Tequila, bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV). Available now on our website while supplies last.

Brand Story

Arette Tequila is produced by the Orendain family at the historic El Llano Distillery (NOM 1109) in the town of Tequila, Jalisco. The distillery's roots date to 1900, giving the family more than a century of tequila-making history.

Arette Fuerte 101 showcases the more powerful side of that tradition. Using Blue Weber agave, traditional stone-and-brick ovens, cement-tank fermentation, and double distillation before bottling at a substantial 101 proof, Fuerte delivers an intense expression centered on cooked agave and the distinctive character of tequila from Jalisco's Tequila Valley.