It’s time to take summer drinks to the next level. PATRÓN Tequila, one of the world’s largest tequila brands, is adding to its prestige portfolio with the global launch of PATRÓN EL CIELO, the ultimate innovation in silver tequila.

Made of 100% naturally perfect ingredients—the highest-quality Weber Blue agave, water and yeast, it’s an incomparable taste with a bright, fresh and radiantly smooth finish.  The refreshing taste is perfect to sip over ice with a slice of orange at celebrations, day or night, all summer long. Crafted in small batches to ensure consistency and quality, PATRÓN EL CIELO is rich in sweetness and citrus notes that makes it perfect for celebratory summer moments.

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We spoke with Rahel Lippert, Canadian Senior Brand Manager, PATRÓN Tequila about the new launch, using all-natural ingredients and the ultimate summer drink recipe.

How does it feel to have PATRÓN EL CIELO arriving in Canada?

“With a first-of-its-kind distillation process within the prestige category, PATRÓN EL CIELO is the ultimate innovation in silver tequila. Distilled four times to unlock the sweet flavors of agave, PATRÓN EL CIELO delivers an incomparable taste with exceptional smoothness and a naturally sweet finish. The prestige category mostly consists of Reposado and Añejo tequilas, PATRÓN EL CIELO is the world’s first prestige Silver tequila and we’re thrilled to have Canada at the forefront of this global launch.”

Why was it important for PATRÓN EL CIELO to be formulated with all-natural ingredients? 

“At PATRÓN, our goal is to achieve perfection in every drop. PATRÓN EL CIELO is made with the highest quality 100% Weber Blue Agave and all natural ingredients through an incredibly unique distillation process to deliver an extraordinary prestige tequila. Its sweet finish is 100% natural and additive-free, with no added sugar or artificial ingredients, unlike other tequilas on the market in Canada.”

How do you hope those who drink PATRÓN EL CIELO feel after a glass of it? 

“With a light and fresh agave flavor profile, PATRÓN EL CIELO is the perfect summer day or night beverage to accompany any party or celebratory occasion.”

What’s the ultimate tequila drink recipe for summer? 

“The best way to enjoy PATRÓN EL CIELO is with the signature serve, over ice with a fresh slice of orange. For those interested in trying more ways to enjoy PATRÓN EL CIELO, they can try our “EL CIELO TEQUILA ROYALE.”

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz (45ml) PATRÓN EL CIELO
  • 0.5 oz (15ml) Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 oz (15ml) Simple Syrup
  • 3 ounces (90ml) Champagne

Instructions:

In a shaker with ice, add the tequila, lemon and simple. Shake, and double strain into a champagne flute with cubed ice, top with champagne, and garnish with orange twist.

PATRÓN EL CIELO is available globally and in major retailers nationwide for $249.