Astral Tequila Blanco
Astral Tequila Blanco is a 40% ABV (80 proof) unaged tequila in a 750mL bottle — 100% Blue Weber agave crushed by traditional stone tahona, fermented with the agave fibers (bagazo) in the mix, and double-distilled in copper pot stills at NOM 1607, available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof) — current formula; the pre-2022 Astral was 46% ABV (92 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: unaged (blanco) — bottled with no oak contact
- Origin: Jalisco, Mexico — NOM 1607 (Grupo Solave)
- Production: traditional stone tahona crush; bagazo (agave fiber) added back into fermentation for extra character; double-distilled in copper pot stills; the brand states no chemical accelerants are used in production; 0 sugars, ~97 calories per 1.5 oz
- Brand: founded by Guillaume Cuvelier (Svedka founder); Diageo relaunched the brand in April 2022 with a new recipe, new distillery, and new packaging
Tahona, Bagazo, and Copper
Astral's process sheet reads like a traditionalist's checklist: stone tahona wheel crushing the cooked agave, the bagazo fibers folded back into open fermentation to squeeze more character out of every plant, then double distillation in copper pot stills — and no chemical accelerants anywhere in the process. Diageo's 2022 relaunch rebuilt the brand around this recipe at NOM 1607, dropping the original 92-proof bottling to a clean 80-proof blanco with zero sugars. The brand even upcycles its spent agave fibers into adobe bricks for building homes and community centers in Jalisco. Explore tequila, browse Astral, or compare other agave spirits.
Tasting Notes
Crisp citrus, clover honey, bright white pepper, and tropical fruit on the nose. The palate is complex yet smooth — citrus, clover honey, and white pepper over a clean agave backbone — with a clean, refreshing, bright finish of citrus and agave sweetness.
How to Enjoy
The brand's own pick is a classic margarita, and at 80 proof it mixes cleanly into any bright cocktail. It also drinks neat or on ice for a pure tahona-agave read.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there two versions of Astral Blanco?
Yes — the original release was 92 proof (46% ABV); Diageo's April 2022 relaunch switched to the current 80-proof (40% ABV) formula at NOM 1607 with new packaging. Check the bottle if you are comparing reviews.
What is tahona production?
A traditional stone wheel that crushes the cooked agave to extract juice; Astral also ferments with the bagazo fibers included, which adds earthy character.
Does Astral use additives?
The brand states that no chemical accelerants are used in production, and the current blanco lists 0 sugars at ~97 calories per 1.5 oz.
Traditional tahona craft at a clean 80 proof — order Astral Tequila Blanco online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.