Unlike many other spirits, tequila especially when made from 100% Blue Agave, has been associated with an uplifting effect. While alcohol is technically a depressant, tequila is often known for its brighter buzz and cleaner finish. It’s a spirit that energizes the night without weighing you down. Crafted from pure agave, Borracho Tequila delivers a vibrant experience that feels lighter, livelier, and more connected to celebration.
At Borracho Tequila, every bottle begins with a commitment to authenticity, craftsmanship, and respect for tradition. From the agave fields of Jalisco to the final pour in the glass, our mission has always been simple: create exceptional tequila without compromise.
Today, we are proud to share that this commitment to quality has been recognized by some of the most respected and influential spirits competitions in the world.
These awards represent far more than medals. They are the result of years of dedication, careful production methods, and an unwavering belief that great tequila starts with great ingredients and honest craftsmanship.
Hosted by The Tasting Alliance, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) is widely regarded as the most prestigious spirits competition in the world. For more than two decades, SFWSC has served as the industry’s benchmark for excellence, evaluating thousands of entries through a rigorous blind-tasting process conducted by some of the most respected palates in the spirits industry.
Receiving a Double Gold distinction is one of the highest honors awarded at the competition, signifying unanimous agreement among judges that the spirit is truly exceptional. Combined with an outstanding 96-point rating, this recognition places Borracho Blanco among the most highly regarded tequilas evaluated that year.
Borracho Tequila Awards
2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Borracho Tequila Blanco Artesanal — Gold Medal | 92 Points
2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Borracho Tequila Blanco Artesanal — Double Gold Medal | 96 Points
Also presented by The Tasting Alliance, the Latin American World Spirits Competition (LAWSC) was created to celebrate the rich heritage, artistry, and innovation of Latin America’s most iconic spirits. Through a blind judging process led by industry experts and cultural voices from across Latin America and the United States, LAWSC provides a dedicated platform for producers to showcase their craft on an international stage.
For tequila producers, recognition at LAWSC carries special significance, as entries are evaluated alongside some of the finest agave spirits being produced today.
Borracho Tequila Blanco Artesanal
Gold Medal | 90 Points
“A vibrant and distinctive expression, this spirit opens with fresh grassy and citrus notes alongside hints of cooked agave on the nose, unfolding into a savory, meaty palate highlighted by blood orange accents, green pepper, herbal and lightly tobacco nuances, and finishing with a silky texture and a balanced, medium-length finish.”
Borracho Tequila Espresso Cristalino
Double Gold Medal | 98 Points
“A well-crafted flavored tequila that opens with inviting aromas of vanilla, agave, and roasted espresso, unfolds on the palate with rich layers of chocolate, espresso, vanilla, and agave nectar, and resolves into a creamy, lingering, and beautifully balanced finish where sweetness is kept in check and agave character continues to shine with clarity and poise.”
The 98-point Double Gold awarded to Borracho Espresso Cristalino stands as a remarkable achievement and reflects our commitment to innovation while remaining rooted in authentic tequila craftsmanship.
The Agavos Awards were created with a singular focus: honoring excellence in agave spirits through fairness, transparency, and integrity.
Unlike many competitions where packaging and branding can influence perception, every spirit entered into the Agavos Awards is evaluated completely blind. Judges evaluate only what matters most: aroma, flavor, craftsmanship, balance, and finish.
Built upon the same principles that have made Agave Matchmaker one of the most trusted resources in the tequila community, the competition is designed to celebrate quality and authenticity rather than marketing or presentation. Winning products also receive special recognition within the Agave Matchmaker platform, providing consumers and enthusiasts with a trusted signal of excellence when selecting agave spirits.
These recognitions are especially meaningful because they are earned solely on the quality of the liquid itself, reinforcing our belief that exceptional tequila should always speak for itself.
Across three of the spirits industry’s most respected competitions, Borracho Tequila has earned recognition for both traditional craftsmanship and innovative expression, demonstrating a commitment to quality that extends across every bottle we produce.
Borracho Tequila Blanco Artesanal
Double Gold Medal | 91 Points
“Aromas of custard and cooked tropical fruit are sweet. Nice stone minerality quality mixes with tropical and citrus notes. The texture is a touch creamy, with a long and flavorful finish. Overall, good nose and great agave taste. A good sipper that would hold up in cocktails.”
Borracho Tequila Espresso Cristalino
Gold Medal
“Great aroma of coffee and chocolate. Smooth and easy drinking. Would mix well in an espresso martini for a nice bump of flavor.”
While we are honored by every medal and score received, these achievements represent only a milestone in our journey, not the destination.
Every recognition earned by Borracho Tequila belongs not only to our team, but also to the farmers, distillers, partners, supporters, and tequila enthusiasts who believe in what we are building.
As we continue to grow, we remain committed to producing additive-free tequila with integrity, expanding our portfolio with new expressions, and sharing the rich traditions of Jalisco with drinkers across the United States and beyond.
The Platinum designation is reserved for products that achieve Double Gold honors for three consecutive years, a distinction that represents sustained excellence and world-class craftsmanship. While we are proud of what we’ve accomplished, we know the journey continues. With one year already secured, we look forward to the next chapter and to earning Platinum through the same dedication, passion, and commitment to quality that brought us here. Here’s to two more years of excellence on our journey to Platinum.
We are grateful for the recognition, proud of what we have accomplished, and excited for what lies ahead.
Because at Borracho Tequila, excellence isn’t a milestone. It’s the standard we continue to pursue every day.
Borracho is 100% additive-free. No artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, or glycerin—just pure Blue Weber agave, water, and time. Our tequila is verified for its purity, respecting both tradition and taste. What you taste is what we made. Nothing more, nothing less.
Crystal clear and luminous in the glass, this Blanco reveals a graceful movement, with slow-forming legs that hint at a refined texture beneath the surface. Crafted with the drinker in mind, it is smooth, clean, and intentionally designed to avoid harsh burn while still delivering true agave character. Double distilled to ensure a clean, balanced finish.
On the nose, it presents a bright and inviting expression, gently sweet and earthy, with impressions of citrus and soft florals rising subtly. Fresh herbal aromas and grassy nuances follow, grounded by a faint mineral whisper that adds quiet depth.
The mouthfeel is smooth and polished, resting comfortably on the palate with a sense of balance and quiet confidence. Produced with an intentionally high agave input—11kg of Blue Weber agave per liter, compared to the industry average of approximately 5kg—it delivers a fuller body and a silkier texture that carries flavor with ease.
On the palate, cooked agave takes the lead, warm and expressive, unfolding into fresh herbs and soft grassy undertones. A gentle brightness moves through the sip, clean and natural, allowing the agave to remain present without overpowering. The layers emerge slowly, offering a calm, thoughtful complexity that rewards patience.
The finish is understated yet memorable—clean, softly lingering, and marked by gentle warmth that stays just long enough to invite reflection… or another taste.
