TEQUILA & MEZCAL
Discover the bold, complex world of Tequila and mezcal. From crisp, citrusy Blancos to smoky, earthy mezcals that capture the true spirit of Mexico.
Born of heat, heart, and hard graft, Tequila and mezcal are Mexico’s most famous exports. And they don’t need a lime wedge or salt rim to prove themselves. They start life in the agave fields, all sun, spikes, and scars, before becoming the kind of spirits that make bartenders misty-eyed and drinkers say, “I never knew Tequila could taste like that.”
When people shop by style, these are the Tequila categories they expect to see. Blanco (or joven) is unaged and shows pure agave character. Reposado spends two to twelve months in oak for softer edges and vanilla spice. Añejo sits between one and three years, gaining richness and depth. Extra añejo rests for three years or more, often drifting into whisky territory with deep amber colour and serious smoothness. Mezcal can follow similar ageing terms, though regional methods vary wildly.
We stock some of the best Tequila and mezcal brands available in the UK, from Patrón and Herradura to Del Maguey and Montelobos. And if you’ve never tried a Mezcal Negroni or a Tequila Old Fashioned, consider this your gentle shove in the right direction.
If you’re new to agave, start with a smooth blanco or reposado – they’re usually the best tequila for beginners and classic cocktails. If you want something to sip neat, look at well-aged añejo or extra añejo tequila, or a softer joven mezcal for a smoky twist. Our picks above highlight the bottles we’d reach for first.
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Our favourites
From well-known names to craft producers, discover a whole host of brilliant gin distilleries and gin brands right here.
Popular agave categories
From iconic Tequila houses to small-batch mezcaleros working deep in the valleys of Oaxaca, explore the full spectrum of agave spirits. Crisp blancos, oak-rested reposados, smoky artisanal mezcals... Mexico’s spirit scene is anything but one-note.
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Best selling Tequila & Mezcal
Our customers know their stuff. These bottles fly off the shelves for a reason. You’ll find crowd favourites and cult picks alike.
Featured brands
Meet the agave all-stars. These are the makers pushing Mexico’s finest spirits forward without losing sight of tradition.
Tequila & Mezcal for cocktails
Mix like a master with these Tequila and mezcals. They're tasty neat too and bring plenty of character to any serve, from Margaritas and more. That is the key to a good cocktail spirit.
New arrivals
Fresh from Mexico to our shelves, these are the latest bottles worth talking about. Chasing the next cult mezcal or a bright, clean blanco to shake up your cocktails? This is where the good stuff lands first.
Tequila & mezcal explained
Tequila tends to be steamed or oven-cooked and then distilled, giving a cleaner flavour profile. Many mezcals roast the agave hearts in earthen pits, crush them by hand or tahona, ferment with wild yeasts, then distil in clay or copper. That’s where the smoky, earthy, occasionally rebellious character comes from.
If you’re new to agave spirits, start with a smooth blanco or reposado, which are usually the best Tequila styles for beginners and classic cocktails. For sipping neat, look at well-aged añejo or extra añejo Tequila, or try a softer joven mezcal for an approachable smoky twist. Our picks on this page highlight the bottles worth reaching for first.
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Tequila Guides
Explore the vibrant world of Tequila – from Blanco to Extra Añejo. We answer your questions, like "What is Tequila made of?" and explore flavours, ageing, and more in our Tequila Guides. Your ultimate source for everything Tequila. Sip, savour, repeat!
A celebration of Tequila and Mezcal
Our celebration of the cultural spirits of Mexico showcases a curated selection of Tequilas and mezcals, covering various expressions from traditional to modern. If you need help exploring the diversity and complexity within these Mexican spirits then we're on hand to help.
Tequila categories
The great thing about Tequila is how wildly it can vary, even when it all starts from the same plant. From fresh, peppery blancos built for Margaritas, to smooth reposados that pick up soft spice and vanilla from oak, right through to añejos and extra añejos edging into sipping-whisky territory. We’ve even got cask-finished and flavoured tequilas that push the category into new, delicious places.
Mezcal categories
The joy of mezcal lies in its range. It’s never just smoky. We stock mezcals made from single agave varieties like Espadín and Tobalá, blends that showcase regional character, and even aged mezcals (yes, that’s a thing) with subtle oak and honeyed depth.
Tequila & Mezcal on the blog
Pour yourself a glass and dive into our agave-fuelled features over on the blog. Meet the maestros and makers shaping Mexico’s finest spirits, uncover the stories behind your favourite bottles, and pick up a few cocktail tricks to keep your Margarita game strong.
