In the lands of Tequila, Jalisco, the legacy of Destilería Orendain emerges. Every daywe interweave a story of passion, dedication, and love for the art of making tequila, honoring traditions passed down through generations in an artisanal process of tequila production
Every bottle that leaves Destilería Orendain is the result of perfect balance between the past and the future, between experience and innovation, reflecting the passion for meticulous care every step of the process.
A CYCLE OF INVALUABLE TRADITION
OUR PROCESS
01. FIELDS
02. “JIMA” (HARVEST)
03. COOKING
04. MILLING
05. FERMENTATION
06. DISTILLATION
07. AGING
08. BOTTLING
PLANTATION AND AGAVE FIELDS
THE INITIAL POINT IN OUR PASSION
In the blue agave landfill our journey begins. In this region of Jalisco, Weber Blue agave is cared and nourished. Destileria Orendain honors each fiber of this iconic plant, ensuring that only the best ones are used for each product.
“JIMA” (HARVEST)
SOWING ROOTS, HARVESTING EMOTIONS
Each bladed “coa” that chops the agave is a tribute to almost a century of tradition. Destileria Orendain doesn’t only grows agave, but accompanies then with generations of “jimadores” and their stories, guaranteeing that each “piña” that reaches our hands has the appropriate size and maturity.
COOKING
SLOW COOKING, ETERNAL FLAVOR
Air is impregnated with the smell of cooked agave, with it, centuries of history and heritage. Inside our brick ovens, every “piña” is summited to steam cooking, slow and steady to release the sweet essence of the agave, known as “mosto”, the soul of our tequilas.
GRINDING
THE HEART OF FLAVOR
In Destilería Orendain we honor the ancient practice of extraction using a roller mill system, where the cooked agave is carefully crumbled and squeezed five times to ensure the whole juice is obtained, the heart of our products.
FERMENTATION
THE MEETING OF FLAVOR
Fermentation awakens the magic. In this natural step of the process, every note and smell is linked to give life to a unique flavor experience. Inside the stainless steel tubs, the agave juices are met with endemic yeast, creating a fascinating transformation ritual.
DISTILLATION
THE ART OF PERFECTING THE AGAVE SPIRIT
This process is divided en 2 essential stages. The first one (destruction) creates a liquid that contains 20% alcohol. Afterwards, a second distillation process (rectification), raches an alcohol near 55% volume, where our tequila reaches maximum purity and turns into Tequila Blanco, a symbol of quality and excellence. The triple distillation is one of our biggest successes, a signature emblem of our brand Ollitas.
AGING
A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND EXCELLENCE
The time inside the barrels is fundamental to define the character of our tequilas. Since reposados, that spend from 2 to 11 months, añejos with 12 through 35 months, all the way to extra añejos, that spend over 36 months; each stage of this process develops its own deepness and complexity to the final taste.
BOTTLING
A UNIQUE STORY IN EVERY BOTTLE
The bottling process completes the full circle to a invaluable tradition. Our bottling installations include equipped technology and strict hygiene protocols that guarantee an unmatched standard in every bottle.
AGAVE PLANTATION AND CULTIVATION
THE STARTING POINT OF OUR PASSION
Our journey begins in the blue-hued landscape of Tequila’s agave fields. In this region of Jalisco, the blue Weber agave takes root, grows, and flourishes. At Destilería Orendain, we honor every element of this plant, ensuring that only the best finds its way into each bottle.
JIMA (HARVESTING)
PLANTING INTENTIONS, HARVESTING EMOTIONS
Every sharp “coa” that cuts a penca (a leaf) is a tribute to nearly a century of tradition. At Destilería Orendain, we harvest not just agaves, but also stories of generations of jimadores, ensuring that each “piña” (agave heart) that reaches our hands has the ideal size and maturity.
COOKING
SLOW COOKING, TIMELESS FLAVOR
The aroma of cooked agave fills the air, echoing centuries of tradition and heritage. In our masonry ovens, time-honored methods and quality craftsmanship unite in a careful process. Each agave piña is slowly and deliberately steam-cooked, releasing a sweet essence known as mosto—the very soul of our tequilas.
EXTRACTION
THE HEART OF ITS TASTE
At Destilería Orendain, we honor the ancient practice of extraction using a roller mill system, where the cooked agave is delicately shredded and pressed five times to ensure the complete extraction of its juice, the heart of our tequilas.
FERMENTATION
A CONVERGENCE OF TASTES
Fermentation awakens the magic. In this natural stage of the process, each nuance and aroma intertwine to create a unique experience in every sip. In stainless steel vats, the agave juices meet our endemic yeasts, unleashing a fascinating ritual of transformation.
DISTILLATION
THE ART OF PERFECTING THE AGAVE SPIRIT
This process is divided into two essential stages: Shattering, the first distillation, produces a liquid with 20% alcohol. And Rectification, where Tequila reaches its maximum purity and becomes Tequila Blanco, achieving an alcohol level close to 55%. A symbol of quality and excellence. The triple distillation, a hallmark of our Ollitas brand is one of our greatest prides.
AGING
A JOURNEY TOWARDS EXCELLENCE OVER TIME
The aging time in barrels is crucial in defining the character of our tequilas. From Reposados, resting for 2 to 11 months, Añejos, that mature between 12 and 35 months, and Extra Añejos, which age for a minimum of 36 months. Each stage of aging adds its own depth and complexity to the final flavor.
BOTTLING
A UNIQUE STORY IN EVERY BOTTLE
The bottling of our tequila marks the completion of a full cycle of invaluable tradition. Every stage of the process is meticulously overseen in our bottling facilities outfitted with technology and strict hygiene protocols, guaranteeing unparalleled standards in every bottle.
A LEGACY OF RECOGNITION AND AWARDS
Destilería Orendain has been and continues to be recognized as one of the most awarded tequilas worldwide in the most relevant competitions in the alcoholic beverages industry.
CONTINUOS GROWTH
Our dedication to excellence and the highest quality standards is reflected in the significant growth of Destilería Orendain in the market, doubling our production capacity from 3 million to nearly 6 million liters per year.
DISCOVER THE ART BEHIND TEQUILA ORENDAIN!
VISIT OUR FACILITIES
Immerse yourself in the rich history and tradition that defines us as you explore every step of the tequilamaking process. From the planting and cultivation of agaves to distillation and aging in oak barrels, you will have the opportunity to learn about every detail that makes our tequilas a true masterpiece.
Our expert team will be delighted to guide you through this unique experience.
