what is raicilla?

Raicilla is a Mexican agave spirit made from different agave species. Its production has a protected Denomination of Origin and is rooted in communities along the Sierra and Costa of Jalisco and in Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit.

The agave, the land and the way it is made shape each raicilla. That is why its character can be fresh, fruity, herbal, mineral, complex or intense.

Tesoro del Oeste was born in San Sebastián del Oeste, in the Sierra of Jalisco. We make each expression in small batches, bringing together raicilla making knowledge, different agaves and artisanal processes.

Agaves growing in the Sierra

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Six expressions, six ways to experience raicilla. Select a bottle to see why it might be right for you.

Bottle of Cielo Azul

freshness

cielo azul

why choose it

If you enjoy fresher, fruitier spirits and want to discover an Angustifolia expression with a gentle finish.

100% wild Angustifolia from the Sierra of Jalisco.

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the story behind each expression

behind every bottle

Agaves growing in the Sierra of Jalisco
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the agave

It grows for years in the Sierra of Jalisco before it is ready for harvest.

Chuy Dueñas at the raicilla distillery
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the craft

Chuy Dueñas’s experience guides the decisions that give each batch its character.

Traditional masonry oven for cooking agave
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the time

From the masonry oven to natural fermentation, every step follows its own pace.

Your choice can also be accompanied

Every palate and every spirits experience is different. Our team can help you compare expressions, answer your questions, and find the Treasure that best suits your tastes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best raicilla to start with?

Cielo Azul is a fruity and fresh option, while Clásica offers an herbal profile that is representative of raicilla from the Sierra.

Which expression has greater intensity?

Puntas Edition is aimed at those seeking a high-proof and more intense experience.

Which one is recommended as a gift?

Legado 30 is a premium and aged option. Triple Ensamble is ideal for gifting a diversity of agaves and a discovery experience.