The Wine and Cheese Place: Tequila Ocho Puntas Tequila Raffle

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Tequila Ocho Puntas Tequila Raffle

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Tequila Ocho PuntasTequila Raffle

Emails will go out October 27th
Only Tequila purchases will count towards this raffle** Your purchases over the past 6 months through October 26th at 7pm will count towards this raffle.

Tequila Ocho Single Estate Plata Puntas Overpoof 108

Details about the raffle

All tequila/mezcal purchases will count towards the raffle
You must be a member of our Rewards Club
The top tequila supporters will get a chance to purchase one bottle
Must be 21 years or older
This is for a chance to purchase a bottle
You will have 24 hours to respond to the email before we go to the next person

** After this raffle, limited Tequilas will go into our monthly WRC raffle where all your purchases will count towards the raffle (tequila, wine, beer, cheese, whiskey......)

What does Puntas mean?

In tequila making, puntas refers to the "heads" or the first portion of liquid collected during the distillation process. It is the initial cut of the distillate that comes off the still and is usually higher in alcohol content and impurities compared to the middle cut (or heart), which is what most tequila is made from. The Puntas is what most tequila producers save for the family!

Here's a breakdown of the stages in the distillation process for tequila:

Puntas (Heads): The first liquid that comes out during distillation, typically high in alcohol. When done right, it can introduce interesting, intense, and complex flavors, though it’s still rare to find a commercial product that specifically highlights Puntas
Corazón (Heart): The middle part of the distillate, which contains the best balance of alcohol and aromatic compounds. This is the part used to make tequila because it has the best flavors and aromas.
Colas (Tails): The final portion of the distillate, containing more water and less alcohol.

Tequila Ocho Plata Puntas 2024 is a high-proof, overproof tequila that stands out for its bold flavors and artisanal craftsmanship. Made from agaves harvested from Rancho Mirandillas in Jalisco, the agaves used for this expression have an exceptionally high sugar content of 31%, contributing to the tequila's rich and intense character.

Bottled at a hefty 54% ABV (108 proof), the 2024 release has been praised for its complex aromas and flavors. On the nose, you can expect notes of agave, dried fruits, and salted chocolate. The palate reveals flavors of cacao spiciness, butterscotch, and a long, creamy finish. It's a bold, sippable tequila that also works well in high-proof cocktails due to its layered profile of sweetness, spiciness, and heat.

The release is limited to 21,000 bottles

check out some of our amazing Tequila here online

Plus, remember our two single barrels of Tequila count as DOUBLE POINTS in this raffle!!

Both are fantastic!!

Cuervo / TWCP Anejo Reserva de la Familia Private Cask Collection....$119.99
We chose our own Private Cask!

Colombian Oak Cask
Only Tequila in the world aged in rare Colombian Oak Casks
Edition No. 1
Cask Blend No. 1
Only 60 bottles produced
80 proof

Time, dedication, and tradition dene the spirit of this limited-edition Private Cask Añejo Tequila, presented by Reserva de la Familia, the Crown Jewel of the Jose Cuervo Family. This Private Cask Collection is sourced exclusively from a diverse range of unique casks hidden away in the cellars of their distillery, La Rojeña.

Each unique and exclusive blend is only available for one annual cycle. Jose Cuervo is proud to offer this highly limited collection of añejo tequila. Edition No. 1 – Colombian Oak Cask. Reserva de la Familia Private Cask Edition #1 is an LTO offering of four distinct blends of Añejo tequila. Each of the four distinct blends is comprised of a unique ratio of Añejo tequila aged in their featured Colombian Oak cask and Añejo tequila aged in new American oak casks.