Casa Dragones: Precision, Elegance, and the New Face of Tequila

From the Streets of San Miguel to the World’s Best Tables

In a tequila landscape often defined by tradition, Casa Dragones stands out for its bold embrace of modern elegance. Founded in 2009 in the colonial town of San Miguel de Allende, Casa Dragones is a boutique tequila house with a mission: to reinvent the way we think about and experience tequila.This isn't just another premium tequila—it’s a liquid love letter to craftsmanship, precision, and Mexico’s heritage, all wrapped in striking crystal bottles that look more at home in an art gallery than on a bar shelf.The brand takes its name from the Dragones, an elite cavalry from San Miguel de Allende that played a pivotal role in Mexico’s independence movement. In much the same way, Casa Dragones aims to redefine the status quo—liberating tequila from clichés and bringing it into the world of fine sipping spirits.

A Trailblazing Team: Led by the First Female Maestra Tequilera

At the helm of Casa Dragones is Bertha González Nieves, the world’s first female Maestra Tequilera—a title earned from the Academia Mexicana de Catadores de Tequila. With years of experience in the spirits industry, Bertha partnered with Bob Pittman (co-founder of MTV and CEO of iHeartMedia) to launch a tequila brand that would compete with the best cognacs and single malts on the market.From day one, their philosophy has centered around precision craftsmanship and refined flavor, setting a new benchmark for sipping tequila globally.

Crafting Tequila as an Artform

Casa Dragones is obsessed with purity and control. Every part of the production process—from agave selection to bottling—is engineered to maintain consistency, smoothness, and elegance.Key production hallmarks include:

• 100% Blue Weber Agave: All tequila is made from mature agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco.
• Modern extraction methods: Steam and water-based extraction replaces traditional crushing, yielding clean juice with minimal bitterness.
• Small-batch distillation: Every lot is micro-distilled in custom-designed stills for clarity and balance.
• No additives: No glycerin, no caramel coloring, no flavoring—only agave, water, and time.

Even the bottles are works of art: hand-polished crystal, numbered and signed by the bottler, featuring pepita engraving—an intricate technique traditionally used in Mexican glasswork.

Sustainability Without Compromise

In a region facing increasing pressure on water and land, Casa Dragones stands out for its commitment to sustainability:

• They use less water and energy per liter than traditional methods.
• Their steam extraction process minimizes waste.
• All paper labels are sustainably sourced, and bottles are hand-blown using recycled crystal.

Sustainability, in their case, is not a marketing strategy—it’s part of the recipe.

Explore the Portfolio: A Flight of Modern Tequilas

Casa Dragones doesn’t offer dozens of SKUs. Instead, each expression is meticulously developed to serve a specific drinking experience. Let’s take a closer look at each:

Casa Dragones Joven

A blend of silver tequila and extra-aged tequila, designed exclusively for sipping.Profile:

• Silky texture with gentle notes of vanilla, hazelnut, and oak, layered over cooked agave.
• Exceptionally smooth and clean on the finish.

Ideal for: Special occasions, neat sipping, or pairing with seared scallops or foie gras.

Casa Dragones Blanco

An unaged expression that strips away the oak and reveals the purest expression of highland agave.Profile: 

- Crisp minerality and delicate aromas of jasmine, grapefruit zest, and white pepper.
- The finish is long, clean, and slightly herbal.

Ideal for: Everyday luxury sipping or elevated cocktails. Try it with ceviche, sushi, or oysters.  

Casa Dragones Añejo Barrel Blend

Aged in a blend of new French and new American oak barrels, then artfully married to highlight each wood’s contribution.Profile:

- Velvety mouthfeel with complex notes of fig, baking spice, roasted nuts, and toasted oak.
- Lingering, warm finish with refined character.

Ideal for: Enjoying like a fine Cognac. Excellent with dark chocolate, aged cheeses, or grilled lamb.  

Casa Dragones Reposado Mizunara

Perhaps their most avant-garde release, this reposado is aged in Mizunara oak barrels imported from Japan—a bold move that no other tequila brand had attempted at the time.Profile:

- Bright, floral aromatics with delicate tannin structure.
- Flavors of orchid, dried coconut, honeycomb, and subtle spice.

Ideal for: High-end sipping. Try it alongside Japanese sashimi, brie with truffle, or even roasted duck.  

What Sets Casa Dragones Apart

• Precision distillation, unlike anything else in Mexico.
• A true sipping tequila experience, designed to rival fine spirits worldwide.
• Recognition from elite chefs and venues—Thomas Keller (The French Laundry), Oprah, and others have publicly endorsed it.
• Uniquely modern yet deeply respectful of Mexican tradition.

Whether you're new to tequila or deeply immersed, Casa Dragones offers a refined, almost meditative way to enjoy agave.

Perfect Pairings: Sip and Savor

Each expression lends itself to thoughtful food pairings. Here's how to enjoy:

These combinations elevate the tasting experience from a sip to a culinary moment.

Final Thoughts: Tequila, Redefined

Casa Dragones has redefined what it means to drink tequila. Where others market excess and party culture, Dragones offers precision, serenity, and refinement. Each bottle is a story—of history, of craftsmanship, and of a modern Mexico that is quietly reshaping its most iconic spirit.From the elegant structure of the Joven, to the refreshing purity of the Blanco, to the bold creativity of the Reposado Mizunara, Casa Dragones is not just a brand—it’s a movement.So the next time you think tequila is all about lime and salt, let Casa Dragones show you what sipping in style really means.

Cocktail Spotlight: The San Miguel Soother (Casa Dragones Blanco)

A delicate, refreshing cocktail designed to highlight the purity of Casa Dragones Blanco.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Casa Dragones Blanco
• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
• 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur (like St-Germain)
• 1 dash orange bitters
• Top with chilled sparkling mineral water
• Garnish: Thin cucumber ribbon or edible flower

Instructions:

• In a shaker with ice, combine Blanco, lime juice, elderflower liqueur, and bitters.
• Shake briefly and strain into a chilled Collins glass with fresh ice.
• Top with sparkling water and garnish with a cucumber ribbon or edible flower.

This cocktail is light, floral, and effortlessly elegant—much like the tequila it showcases. Perfect for spring afternoons, celebratory toasts, or pairing with a seafood tower.