Cascahuin Plata 48
Cascahuin Plata 48 Tequila is another very fine and high quality tequila from the Cascahuin brand. Like all tequilas from this producer, it is made using traditional artisanal methods to give us a rich nuance of flavours to enjoy. Salvador Rosales Briseño created the first Cascahuin distillery in 1904 in the Mexican town of El Arenal.
The traditional methods that Cascahuin continues to use has shown to produce a top-drawer premium tequila. The tequila produced has high purity and retains the rich, complex flavours of the agave. The brand is recognized as being unquestionably one of the most superior producers of tequila in the region of Jalisco (the home of tequila). It’s very common for tequila producers to use modern methods and technologies to save time and money, but not Cascahuin.
Alongside Cascahuin Plata 48, the brand offers 4 other variations of their tequila, the full range can be viewed here (click to explore).
What makes Cascahuin Plata 48 tequila special?
Cascahuin Plata 48 was named to emphasise that this blanco tequila has an alcohol volume of 48%. High ABV tequilas are the most traditional tequilas but in more recent times most tequila is made at a lower strength, typically from 38-40% ABV. Cascahuin released their ‘Plata 48’ tequila to the public so we can enjoy tequila as it was traditionally made.
Each production lot never exceeds 2500 litres, so it’s no surprise that this fantastic, velvety-smooth tequila is a lot harder to find than most others. Cascahuin tequila Plata 48 is additive and preservative free. Cascahuin takes its quality further by ensuring that they use the purest water, from deep well springs, to produce their tequila.
The majority of tequila producers use a mechanical shredder with rotating blades, commonly known as an ‘agave mill’, to squeeze out the juicy pulp know as ‘aguamiel’ (honey water), this pulp is then fermented and distilled into the splendid tequila spirit. Cascahuin however continues to do things the traditional way by turning a massive Tahona wheel over the agave to crush them and squeeze out the juice.
Cascahuin Plata 48 Tequila is made using copper pots for distillation. These pots are perfect for producing tequila as copper is a great conductor of heat, resulting in a better and richer tasting end product. This traditional artisanal method is becoming rare as the majority of distilleries now only use stainless steel pots, which are cheaper and easier to clean.
CASCAHUIN PLATA 48 REVIEW
Nose:
Initial strong frangrances of cooked agave, pepper and fresh herbs followed by earthy hints of minerals.
Taste:
Fresh flavours of mint and herbs, complimented by hints of caramel, vanilla, spices and cooked agave.
Aftertaste:
Silky finish with sweet flavours of natural fruits, vanilla and honey.
Appearance:
Cascahuin Plata 48 Tequila is crystal clear and transparent in appearance.
Price:
Cascahuin Plata 48 is in a higher price range in comparison to other blanco tequilas however you must take the following three points into consideration:
- Plata 48 is 48% ABV and so its price can not be dirtectly compared with most other blanco tequilas.
- Cascahuin produce their Plata 48 tequila using more traditional methods than most tequila producers.
- Plata 48 by Cascahuin is additive and preservative free, unlike many other brands.
Different ways to drink Cascahuin Plata 48 tequila
On the rocks
Sip it on the rocks so you can get in touch with those rich, complex flavours and appreciate real Mexican tequila at the highest quality.
In a cocktail
Fancy a cocktail? We recommend trying the Tequila 48 Old Fashioned to complement the flavours of Cascahuin Plata 48 tequila:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Cascahuin Plata 48 tequila
- 1/4 oz agave nectar or simple syrup
- 2-3 dashes of aromatic bitters
- Orange peel for garnish
- Ice cubes
Directions:
- Fill a glass with ice and pour in the Cascahuin Plata 48 tequila
- Add agave nectar or simple syrup to sweeten the cocktail
- Add the dashes of aromatic bitters
- Stir gently to combine the ingredients and chill the drink
- Squeeze the orange peel over the drink to express the oils, then twist the peel to release more aroma and garnish the cocktail
- Enjoy the sophisticated flavours of the 48 Tequila Old Fashioned!
What size is a bottle of Cascahuin Plata 48?
700ml (28 shots).
What is the alcohol strength of Cascahuin Plata 48?
- 48% ABV
- 96 Proof
Who produces Cascahuin Plata 48?
Cascahuin Plata 48 Tequila is produced by the family-owned Cascahuin disterllery. Cascahuin have been making tequila in Jalisco, Mexico since 1904. It’s stayed in the family the whole time, being taken over by the son of the founder, and then his son after him. The tequila is made in their distillery in El Arenal that was built back in 1955.
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