Real de Ixtlán is produced in Ixtlán del Río, Nayarit — one of the very few tequila-producing regions outside Jalisco. At the DEHAT distillery (NOM 1628), Blue Weber agave grows in volcanic soil enriched by centuries of geological activity, producing piñas with a distinctive mineral character you won’t find in Jalisco tequilas.
The brand offers two expressions from the same distillery and terroir: a Blanco built for volume and versatility, and the original Plata — carrying the Wixárika hummingbird symbol that connects this spirit to the indigenous heritage of its homeland. Same origin, two purposes.
The volcanic soil of Nayarit gives the agave a mineral backbone that no amount of technique can replicate — it has to come from the land.
Chapter 02
Two Expressions
The Everyday Pour
Blanco 42%
Unaged. Built for volume and versatility — the expression designed for bars, restaurants, and mixed drinks. At 42% ABV it carries enough body to hold its own in cocktails where a 40% would disappear. Clean branding, competitive pricing, reliable quality. The workhorse.
Nose
Fruity, cooked agave, vanilla
Palate
Smooth, silky, slightly sweet
Finish
Clean, vegetal, refined
42% ABV · 700ml · Joven
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The Original
Plata — Colibrí
Unaged. The original expression carrying the Wixárika hummingbird — a symbol of good fortune that connects this tequila to the indigenous heritage of Nayarit. At 40% ABV, it is the sipping expression: smoother, rounder, made for those who want to taste the terroir without distraction. The collector’s pick.
Nose
Fruity, cooked agave, vanilla
Palate
Smooth, silky, slightly sweet
Finish
Clean, vegetal, refined
40% ABV · 700ml · Joven
Chapter 03
Production Process
01
Autoclave Cooking
Blue Weber agave piñas are slow-cooked in stainless steel autoclaves, converting complex starches into fermentable sugars while preserving the delicate aromatics unique to Nayarit terroir.
02
Roller Mill Extraction
Cooked agave is processed through roller mills to extract the sweet aguamiel. This mechanical method maximizes sugar yield while maintaining the clean, pure flavor profile characteristic of the brand.
03
Stainless Steel Fermentation
Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, allowing precise management of yeast activity and the development of consistent, refined flavors across every batch.
04
Double Distillation
The fermented must undergoes double distillation in stainless steel pot stills. Each pass refines the spirit, removing impurities and concentrating the agave essence into a smooth, characterful tequila.
At a Glance
Key Facts
NOM
NOM 1628 — DEHAT Distillery
ABV
40% & 42% ABV
Agave
100% Blue Weber (Agave tequilana)
Region
Ixtlán del Río, Nayarit, Mexico
Recognition
Gold Medal — USA Spirits Ratings 2024
Distillery
DEHAT — Est. Nayarit
Mixology
La Flaca
Blanco 42%
La Flaca
Clean, low-cal, sessionable. No sweetener, no sugar, no liqueur.
50ml Real de Ixtlán Blanco 42%
20ml fresh lime juice
Soda water · top
Garnish: lime wedge, expressed over the drink
Method
Built in a tall glass over ice. The 42% proof gives it body that a 40% would lack.
Volcánica
Blanco 42%
Volcánica
The Margarita, dialed up. Spicy, smoky, salt-rimmed.
50ml Real de Ixtlán Blanco 42%
20ml fresh lime juice
15ml agave syrup (or honey-chile syrup)
2 thin slices jalapeño, muddled
Pinch of smoked salt
Rim: Tajín and sea salt
Garnish: thin jalapeño wheel
Method
Shaken, double-strained into a rocks glass with ice. The jalapeño references the volcanic terroir of Nayarit — heat from the earth.
Nayarit Highball
Blanco 42%
Nayarit Highball
Effortless, refreshing, built in the glass. The everyday serve.
50ml Real de Ixtlán Blanco 42%
15ml fresh lime juice
10ml elderflower liqueur (St-Germain)
Top with soda water
Garnish: cucumber ribbon, lime wheel
Method
Built in a tall glass over ice. Elderflower is the European cocktail bar’s universal language — understated, floral, instantly familiar.
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