Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength Tequila 700ml

Product Description

Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength: Tequila in Its Rawest Form

Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength Tequila is produced by fifth-generation tequila maker Guillermo Erickson Sauza at Destilería La Fortaleza (NOM 1493) in Tequila, Jalisco. While the standard Fortaleza Blanco is cut down to 80 proof before bottling, Still Strength skips that step entirely, capturing the spirit exactly as it comes off the copper pot still. It's a rare opportunity to taste tequila the way Guillermo's ancestors experienced it straight from the still in the 19th century, before dilution became standard practice across the industry.

How Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength Is Made

Production follows the same traditional process as every Fortaleza release: mature 100% Blue Weber agave from the Tequila Valley is slow-roasted in stone and brick ovens for 36 hours, then crushed under a volcanic stone tahona wheel. The crushed agave ferments naturally in open-air wooden tanks before double distillation in small copper pots. From there, the only variable that changes is water. Still Strength is bottled directly at 92 proof (46% ABV), with nothing added to bring it down, preserving the full texture, oils, and intensity of the raw distillate.

Why the 700ml Size Matters Here

This particular bottling comes in the 700ml international format rather than the 750ml size most commonly found in the U.S. Since Still Strength is already a limited, hard-to-find expression, the 700ml size is worth calling out clearly for collectors comparing formats or anyone who wants to make sure they're getting the right bottle.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of fruit, baked fully ripened agave, green olive, and earth, slightly brighter and more rustic than the standard Blanco.

Palate: Accents of butter, olive, earth, black pepper, and vegetal qualities, all enhanced by the higher proof and lack of dilution.

Finish: Long and warming, with a fuller body and more pronounced heat than the standard 80-proof Blanco.

Food Pairings

The bold, higher-proof character of Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength pairs well with grilled meats and seafood, from carne asada to charred squid or shrimp. Its earthy, vegetal notes also complement roasted tomatillos or a smoky salsa.

Serving Suggestions

Given its strength, this tequila is best enjoyed neat in a small tasting glass, or with a few drops of water to open up the fruit notes and soften the pepper edge without losing intensity. It also makes a bold, agave-forward Margarita for those who want the higher proof to carry through the drink.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Still Strength" mean? It means the tequila is bottled at the proof it leaves the still, 92 proof (46% ABV), with no water added before bottling.

How is this different from the standard Fortaleza Blanco? Both are made the same way through distillation; Still Strength simply skips the dilution step that brings the standard Blanco down to 80 proof.

Why is this bottle 700ml instead of 750ml? This size reflects the specific import batch or market packaging for this listing; the tequila inside is the same undiluted Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength.

Is Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength additive-free? Yes, made from 100% Blue Weber agave with no additives.

Explore More

Looking for more from this legendary distillery? Shop the full Fortaleza collection for the Reposado and Añejo expressions, or browse our complete Tequila collection for more high-proof and traditional releases.

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