PATRÓN: 100% Additive-Free Tequila
At PATRÓN, we don’t use additives in our tequila. It’s a choice we made from the brand’s inception in 1989 when we created the ultra-premium tequila category.
Feb. 7, 2025
Determining whether a bottle of tequila is additive-free can be challenging. While a label stating “100% Weber Blue Agave” confirms the use of pure agave as the base ingredient, it doesn’t guarantee that the tequila is free from additives. Under current Tequila NOM regulations, producers are allowed to include approved additives of up to 1% of the formulation without disclosing them on the bottle or in marketing materials. This lack of transparency can make it difficult for people to identify additive-free options. It’s important to remember that silver or blanco tequila is required to be additive-free by law, but how can you tell which aged tequilas have no additives?
Tequilas without additives often showcase a rich, authentic flavor profile dominated by cooked agave, while those with additives may taste sweeter or syrup-like due to added sugars or flavor. At PATRÓN Tequila, we believe in elevating the tequila industry through transparency and masterful craftsmanship. Our tequila contains no added sugar, color or flavors, ensuring a spirit that remains true to its Mexican heritage and delivers an exceptional, authentic taste.
Crafting excellence begins with the finest raw ingredients. Every drop of PATRÓN Tequila is handcrafted with 100% Weber Blue Agave, hand-selected for its high sugar content to ensure an exceptionally smooth flavor. Our meticulous distillation process honors tradition, adding nothing to alter the natural taste, aroma or color of the tequila.
Patron Tequila is proudly additive free and remains committed to authenticity and integrity. From the beginning, we’ve achieved our signature flavor profile and complexity without relying on additives. We go to extraordinary lengths to craft perfection in every bottle. Using only the highest-quality, all-natural ingredients—agave, water, yeast and time—we proudly produce what we believe to be the world’s finest additive-free tequila.
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