La Fortaleza Distillery
Destilería La Fortaleza
A small, hands-on distillery that still crushes agave with tahona stone wheels and distills in copper pot stills. Its tours are among the most highly rated in Tequila.
Destilería La Fortaleza sits on a small hill southwest of the old town and is run by the fifth generation of the Sauza family. It still uses traditional brick ovens, tahona volcanic-stone wheels to crush the agave, and small copper pot stills, making it the top choice for anyone who wants to see agave spirit made by hand. Tours are small and the guides explain everything in detail. Afterward, tastings are held on a terrace overlooking the town. Spots are limited, so book on the official website in advance. It is about a 15-minute walk from the main square, with a stretch of uphill walking.
Opening hours
By booked session, generally Mon–Sat
Nearby sights
- Casa Sauza (La Perseverancia)
- José Cuervo La Rojeña Distillery
- National Tequila Museum
- Museo Los Abuelos
- Parish of Santiago Apóstol
- Tequila
- Los Azules Waterfall
- Agave Landscape of Tequila