Esperanza (the Spanish word for hope), The Hope Distillery version of tequila-style agave spirit (unless it’s produced in Mexico, you’re not legally allowed to call it ‘tequila’) differs from most locally made agave spirits in that most others use agave that has been cooked in wood-fired ovens/pits, which produces a smokier end result (more similar to mezcal than tequila).
Designed to be sipped, the Esperanza from Hope is a smooth agave spirit. With a floral nose and butterscotch notes, it has rich caramel and spice on the palate and a soft vanilla finish.
There are various ways to enjoy it – Hope recommends sipping it in a leisurely fashion on its own or adding tonic in a ‘TnT’ with a slice of lime.
If you’re after something more celebratory, enjoy it in a cocktail.
Below is a recipe for the perfect serve Paloma:
THE PALOMA RECIPE
50ml Hope Esperanza Agave
20ml fresh lime juice
40ml fresh grapefruit juice
20ml sugar syrup
Pinch of rock salt
70ml soda to serve
Pour the Hope Esperanza, sugar syrup, salt and lime juice into a highball glass filled with ice and stir. Add the grapefruit and soda and stir briefly. Garnish with a wedge of lime or grapefruit.
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