Espolòn® Tequila is excited to announce the newest addition to their UK portfolio, Espolòn Cristalino – a super-premium, aged Tequila and one of the last passion projects of legendary Maestro Tequilero Cirilo Oropeza before his passing in 2020. Espolòn’s Cristalino is made from 100% Blue Weber Agave and water from the natural well underneath the brand’s distillery in Los Altos de Jalisco. The new Tequila is as clear and complex as the Crystalline waters from the cenotes in Mexico; the natural sinkholes formed by the collapse of limestone and filled with fresh crystal waters, that inspired the special liquid.
Bold and proudly Mexican, Espolòn is a brand that celebrates the country’s rich culture through striking design, boundary-pushing creativity and exceptional tequila. Known for its award-winning Blanco and Reposado expressions, Espolòn has built a following globally among Tequila fans – with Cristalino representing a bold new chapter in the brand’s super-premium journey.
As part of the launch campaign, Espolòn Cristalino will make its UK debut at The Whisky Exchange Tequila and Mezcal Show, taking place on Friday 16th May (5:30pm–9:30pm) and Saturday 17th May (12:00pm–5:00pm) at Glaziers Hall, London Bridge. This exclusive first tasting will give UK Tequila fans and connoisseurs a chance to experience Espolòn Cristalino in a premium setting, guided by category experts.
Espolòn Cristalino was developed using a combination of traditional and modern techniques; a true representation of late Maestro Tequilero Cirilo Oropeza’s Tequila-making philosophy. Featuring a unique blend of their awarded Añejo and a touch of extra Añejo, the Tequila is minimally filtered through charcoal, enabling the mingling of the most intriguing flavors while maintaining the authentic tequila characteristics. The result is a Cristalino with bold tasting notes of caramelized agave and honey followed by a fruity, oaky finish for an unparalleled and unforgettable taste. At 40% alcohol by volume, Espolòn’s silky aromatic Cristalino is best sipped neat to enjoy the complexity of its flavour profile.
This new expression was years in the making and a culmination of Cirilo’s more than 50 years of artisanship in Tequila-making. The Espolòn team, led by Maestro Tequilero Jesus Susunaga, unanimously decided that Cirilo’s original formula was superior to every other Espolòn version tested – a true testament and tribute to his passion and experience, delivering maximum taste through minimum filtration, delivering on Cirilo’s mission in crafting this expression.
David Heathwood, Commercial Director at Campari Group UK comments: “We’re incredibly proud to bring Espolòn Cristalino to the UK – a Tequila that not only honours the craftsmanship and legacy of Maestro Cirilo Oropeza but also marks an exciting new chapter for the super-premium category here. With its crystal-clear elegance and bold character, Cristalino offers UK drinkers a distinctive sipping experience that’s rooted in tradition but crafted for modern tastes.”
Dawn Davies from The Whisky Exchange said: “We are always excited to launch new products in the UK especially in such a vibrant category like Tequila. We are definitely seeing a growing interest in the Cristalino category and so it is great to be able to show case this brand new product from Espolon at our brand new Tequila and Mezcal show – some would say it was fate!”
Espolòn’s iconic glass bottle, recognised for its vivid labels illustrating Mexico’s storied history, is reimagined for this new spirit. The Espolòn’s Cristalino bottle is, like its liquid, crystal clear, allowing drinkers to see through to an illustration featuring the brand’s iconic rooster, Ramon. The illustrated scene celebrates the ancient Mayan gifting ritual of offering objects into the crystalline cenotes. This design honours the rituals that inspired Cristalino’s unique liquid and continues Espolòn’s tradition of telling Mexican stories through design, while allowing the translucent liquid of Cristalino to shine through.
In the UK, Espolòn Cristalino will be available exclusively through The Whisky Exchange from 16th May 2025, with a RRP of £69.99* for a 700ml bottle.
*Pricing is always at the discretion of the retailer
