California Tequila

California Tequila from CaliFino acclaimed as one of the top Tequilas internationally by Forbes and honored with "The Best Tequila" title in 2020, is a monument to the Luna family's longstanding passion for making exceptional spirits. This excellent tequila, sourced from the Highlands of Jalisco, is expertly prepared using only 100% Ultra-Premium Blue Weber Agave, ensuring superior quality. Don Jose Luna's incredible adventure began in 1975 when he visited family-owned tequila producers in Jalisco and purchased secret batches of tequila moonshine.

Over the years, he honed his taste for the best tequilas, sharing these limited-edition blends with loved ones. By 2003, the following generation in San Diego had preserved these traditions. As demand grew, the Luna family, along with close family friend Phil Salvagio, decided to share their distinctive tequila with the world. In 2014, after countless journeys, family tastings, and an unshakable devotion to making a luxury tequila, CaliFino was formally launched to aficionados who enjoy the pinnacle of tequila artistry, available in Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo versions.

About Tequila

Tequila (/təˈkiːlə/; Spanish: [teˈkila] ) is a distilled beverage created from the blue agave plant, primarily in the area surrounding the city of Tequila, 65 km (40 mi) northwest of Guadalajara and the Jalisco Highlands (Los Altos de Jalisco) of the central western Mexican state of Jalisco. The red volcanic soils of Tequila are ideal for growing blue agave, and over 300 million plants are gathered there each year. The growth of agave varies by geography. Blue agaves grown in the hills of Los Altos have a larger and sweeter perfume and taste. Agaves picked in the valley region have a more herbaceous aroma and flavor. Tequila's Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006 due to their historical and cultural significance.

According to Mexican law, tequila can only be manufactured in Jalisco and a few municipalities in Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas. More than 40 nations recognize tequila as a product of Mexican origin. It was protected under NAFTA in Canada and the United States until July 2020 through bilateral agreements with particular nations such as Japan and Israel and as a protected designation of origin product in the European Union since 1997. Aside from its geographical distinctiveness, tequila is differentiated from mezcal in that it is made only from blue agave, and the beverages are prepared in different ways. Tequila is traditionally drunk neat in Mexico and as a shot with salt and lime all over the world. Tequila's alcohol percentage must be between 35 and 55%.

Creation of CaliFino

Old-time friends Miguel Luna and Phil Salvagio turned their passion and ambition for the craft of luxury tequila into a reality. CaliFino was created after numerous rounds of brainstorming and family tastings to ensure a luxurious formula. CaliFino is inspired by a Luna family recipe created in 1975. Don Jose Luna would pay discreet visits to family-owned distilleries in Jalisco to sample moonshine-style tequila. Over time, he gained a taste for the finest tequilas, allowing him to perfect his customized recipe. In 2003, Don Jose's son, "Pops," would fill Manzanita apple soda containers with the family recipe and transport them from Mexico to San Diego. Pop's son, Miguel, began bringing water bottles containing his family's tequila to San Diego Sockers games, where he played professional football. Following victories, the Luna's tequila became a locker room custom. When Miguel eventually decided to bring a few bottles of the family batch to San Diego for the squad in 2014, his head coach and lifelong buddy, Phil Salvagio, wanted to expand the initiative. The two collaborated to begin their project utilizing the Luna family recipe. CaliFino began as a zealous dream and has evolved into four expressions. Their objective was to increase pure, smooth tequila that could be drunk straight with no additives, enhancing any given experience.

Conclusion

Finally, CaliFino which is a California Tequila notices out as a remarkable tequila, recognized globally for its brilliance and named "The Best Tequila" by Forbes in 2020. The voyage, which is established in the Luna family's ancient legacy, began in 1975 with Don Jose Luna's search for the greatest tequila. Today, CaliFino, made from 100% Ultra-Premium Blue Weber Agave in the Jaliscan Highlands, is a labor of love and dedication to elegance. Inspired by a family recipe, this tequila has evolved into four expressions, demonstrating the passion and commitment of friends Miguel Luna and Phil Salvagio. CaliFino allows tequila fans to enjoy a pure, smooth experience - a salute to the realization of a passionate ambition.