PATRÓN Silver Tequila

If you’re in the market for good, authentic tequila, Patron Silver is a fine go-to product. Tequilas are rated based on overall taste, texture, and craftsmanship — Patron takes these categories seriously. Using 100% Blue Weber agave grown and matured in Jalisco, Mexico, Patron’s tequila masters literally make the products by hand, starting from harvest to baking the agave in traditional brick ovens for several days to small-batch distilling in copper pots. While Patron Silver is considered a little pricey for a tequila, you’ll appreciate the easy drinkability and depth of flavor — look for notes of eucalyptus and vanilla as you sip.

Several factors contribute to Patron Silver’s sticker price: quality, overall taste, sustainability efforts, and brand recognition, to name a few. When your product appears in lyrics from songs by Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Drake, and the Weeknd, you can charge a little extra. Generally, a 750mL bottle of Patron Silver will cost around $50. Sure, it’s on the higher end of silver tequilas, but the price isn’t that unreasonable given the brand’s popularity. The Patron line uses 100% blue agave and traditional tools to craft its tequila line; fine ingredients and time for true craftsmanship come at a price.

In the world of tequila expressions, the silver — also called white or Blanco — style is often considered the purest. These unaged spirits do not include any flavor additives from aging (or gasp caramel coloring) and tend to be smooth yet peppery. As such, Patron Silver, and other high-quality silver tequilas, are excellent for sipping. For serving, offer it to your guests neat (and chilled), on the rocks, or maybe consider adding some lime and soda for a super refreshing cocktail. A good rule of thumb: for sipping-worthy tequilas, make sure you’re purchasing 100% agave spirits and not a mix option.

 You really can’t go wrong if you’re gifting a bottle of Patron Silver. It’s a super-adaptable spirit whether the party host prefers to sip, shoot, mix, or margarita-fy tequila. Gifting from the Patron line is a smart move because the brand is recognized for quality and its affiliation with A-list celebrities (go ahead and play “Whatever You Like" by T.I. once you’ve uncorked the iconic bottle). Millennial party jams aside, Patron Silver makes a fine gift for someone who isn’t as familiar with tequilas as well. The aroma and flavor are bright and a little peppery, but the quality is super smooth.