Patron Guillermo del Toro Set 750ML

Patrón Guillermo del Toro Set 750ML is a limited edition Extra Añejo tequila collaboration at 40% ABV, packaged alongside a 100ml aged orange liqueur in a striking dual-chamber skeleton bottle. This collector's release pairs the imagination of Academy Award–winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro with Patrón's blending expertise, resulting in one of the most visually and aromatically distinctive tequila sets on the market.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Jalisco, Mexico  |  Extra Añejo (avg. 5 years)  |  Distillery: Patrón Tequila

Production & Heritage

Patrón Tequila, headquartered in Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco, produces this Extra Añejo expression from 100% Weber Blue agave. The tequila inside is a blend of aged stocks averaging five years in used oak barrels, giving it considerable depth beyond standard Patrón expressions. The accompanying 100ml aged orange liqueur occupies a separate chamber within the same bottle — the vessel itself is an inverted skeleton figure crowned by a skull that cradles the liqueur on top, designed in close collaboration with del Toro to reflect his signature gothic aesthetic.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich dried fruit and caramel open the nose, followed by layers of vanilla and warm baking spices. Subtle dark chocolate undertones and toasted nuts emerge as the tequila breathes.

Taste: The palate enters sweet and fruity, with honeyed notes and a ripe stone-fruit quality at the mid-palate. Medium French oak influence builds toward the peak, carrying caramel, baking spice, and a gentle roasted agave sweetness that keeps the wood in balance.

Finish: Oak and cooked agave linger on a medium-to-long finish with a dry, slightly nutty fade. The aged orange liqueur, when sipped separately or blended in, adds a fragrant citrus dimension that extends the finish further.

How to Drink the Del Toro Set

The Extra Añejo tequila is best experienced neat or with a single cube of ice to let the five-year oak aging unfold gradually. The orange liqueur can be sipped on its own or used to accent the tequila in a small pour. For cocktails, consider these:

• Old Fashioned (Tequila variation): The caramel and vanilla depth of this Extra Añejo substitutes beautifully for bourbon, with the orange liqueur replacing traditional orange bitters.
• Sidecar Mexicano: Swap cognac for this aged tequila and use the included orange liqueur in place of triple sec for a richer, spicier take.
• Tequila Neat Flight: Pour the Extra Añejo alongside the orange liqueur as a two-glass tasting to explore each component before combining them.

Best For

• Gifting a tequila collector who values limited edition packaging and presentation
• Display-worthy additions to a spirits cabinet or home bar
• Hosting a guided tasting event focused on aged tequila and liqueur pairings
• Fans of Guillermo del Toro seeking a functional piece of the filmmaker's artistic universe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Del Toro Set taste like? The Extra Añejo delivers rich dried fruit, caramel, and vanilla with honeyed French oak and a touch of dark chocolate, while the aged orange liqueur adds a fragrant citrus counterpoint.

How does the Del Toro Set compare to Patrón Extra Añejo? Both share Patrón's 100% agave base, but the Del Toro Set features a distinct five-year-average blend selected specifically for this collaboration, plus the inclusion of the 100ml aged orange liqueur and the collectible skeleton bottle design.

Is the Del Toro Set good for sipping neat? Yes — the five-year Extra Añejo has enough oak complexity, dried fruit sweetness, and baking spice to stand on its own without any mixer or dilution.

Where is the Del Toro Set made? The tequila and orange liqueur are produced by Patrón Tequila at their distillery in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, one of the country's premier agave-growing regions.

What foods pair well with the Del Toro Set? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cacao and vanilla notes; aged Manchego or Gouda echo the nutty oak character; mole negro mirrors the baking spice complexity; dried figs or dates amplify the dried-fruit aromatics; and churros with cajeta bring out the caramel sweetness.

What sizes does the Del Toro Set come in? The set is released as a 750ml bottle of Extra Añejo tequila with a 100ml portion of aged orange liqueur housed in the skull chamber of the same bottle.

Is the Del Toro Set worth the price? This positions as an ultra-premium, limited edition collector's release — the price reflects both the five-year-aged Extra Añejo tequila and the elaborate, artist-designed packaging that doubles as a display piece.

Why the Del Toro Set?

Few tequila releases merge fine spirits with genuine artistic vision the way this collaboration does. The five-year-average Extra Añejo blend delivers legitimate depth — dried fruit, dark chocolate, honeyed oak — that justifies attention beyond the bottle's dramatic skeleton silhouette. Including the aged orange liqueur in a separate chamber gives drinkers a built-in pairing component rarely seen in tequila packaging. For collectors and serious agave enthusiasts, this set occupies a singular space where aged tequila craftsmanship meets one of cinema's most recognizable visual imaginations.