Avion Silver 750ML

Avion Silver 750ML is a 40% ABV blanco tequila made from 100% Blue Weber Agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. This expression earned 92 points from Wine Enthusiast and took home Best Unaged White Spirit and Best Silver Tequila at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition — credentials that reflect a genuinely well-built blanco.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico  |  Style: Blanco (unaged)  |  Distillery: Avión Tequila

Production & Heritage

Avión sources Blue Weber Agave exclusively from the highlands of Jalisco, where the red clay soil and elevated terrain yield agave piñas with higher sugar content and more pronounced fruit character. The piñas are slow-roasted in traditional brick ovens before being distilled in copper pot stills — a method that preserves the raw intensity of the agave while allowing delicate secondary flavors to emerge. What truly distinguishes Avión Silver is its ultra-slow filtration process, which takes up to ten times longer than the industry standard. This extended filtration strips away particulate matter and the harsh alcoholic overtones commonly associated with unaged tequila, resulting in a notably smooth and clean spirit without sacrificing agave flavor.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Intense cooked agave arrives first, followed by herbal layers of mint and rosemary. Delicate floral tones give way to cracked black pepper and bright hints of grapefruit and pineapple on deeper inspection.

Taste: The entry is sweet and crisp, with ripe pineapple and citrus zest leading the charge. Mid-palate, the agave core becomes more pronounced and is met by herbal undertones and a building white pepper spice that adds welcome structure.

Finish: The finish runs long for a blanco, carrying persistent notes of agave, citrus peel, and herbaceous white pepper. A gentle peppery heat lingers without harshness, a direct result of the extended filtration.

How to Drink Avión Silver

Sipped neat or over a single large ice cube, Avión Silver reveals the full range of its highland agave character — the slow filtration makes it unusually approachable without water or dilution. Its bright citrus-and-pepper profile also makes it a strong cocktail base:

• Margarita: The pineapple and grapefruit notes interplay beautifully with fresh lime, producing a margarita with more depth than most blancos deliver.
• Paloma: The underlying black pepper spice and citrus character amplify grapefruit soda rather than getting lost beneath it.
• Ranch Water: The crisp, clean finish pairs naturally with sparkling mineral water and lime for a refreshing low-effort highball.

Best For

• Hosting a tequila-forward cocktail night with discerning friends
• Gifting to someone transitioning from vodka or gin into premium tequila
• Building a home agave collection alongside a reposado and añejo
• Warm-weather sipping neat as an alternative to heavier aged spirits

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Avión Silver taste like? Avión Silver delivers sweet, crisp agave with prominent pineapple and citrus fruit, layered with herbal notes and a distinctive black pepper spice that carries through a long finish.

How does Avión Silver compare to Patrón Silver? Patrón Silver tends to showcase more earthy, traditional agave character with a sharper bite, while Avión Silver leans into fruit-forward flavors and a smoother, softer texture — largely a result of its ultra-slow filtration process. Drinkers who want more polish and less heat often gravitate toward Avión.

Is Avión Silver good for sipping neat? Yes — the extended filtration removes the harsh alcohol burn that makes many blancos difficult to drink straight, so Avión Silver is one of the more approachable unaged tequilas for neat sipping.

Where is Avión Silver made? Avión Silver is produced at the Avión distillery in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, a sub-region known for yielding agave with sweeter, more fruit-driven profiles compared to lowland-grown plants.

What foods pair well with Avión Silver? Ceviche benefits from the tequila's bright citrus notes; grilled shrimp tacos mirror its peppery finish; fresh guacamole complements the herbal undertones; and light cured fish like aguachile echoes its clean acidity. Tropical fruit desserts — especially those featuring pineapple or mango — also match the spirit's fruity character.

What sizes does Avión Silver come in? The standard bottle is 750ml, which is the most widely available size.

Is Avión Silver worth the price? Avión Silver positions in the premium blanco tier, above everyday mixing tequilas but below ultra-luxury expressions. With a 92-point Wine Enthusiast rating and multiple competition awards, it delivers strong value relative to other blancos at this level.

Why Avión Silver?

The ultra-slow filtration process — up to ten times longer than industry norms — is not a marketing tagline here; it produces a measurably smoother blanco that earned a Master medal at The Global Spirits Masters Competition in the Ultra-Premium Blanco category. Combined with its 92-point Wine Enthusiast score and dual wins at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Avión Silver has a competition record that few blancos in its price range can match. The highland agave sourcing gives it a fruit-forward identity that separates it from earthier lowland tequilas, while the copper pot distillation preserves enough raw agave character to keep things interesting. For anyone who wants a blanco tequila that works equally well in a margarita glass or a Riedel snifter, Avión Silver makes a compelling case.