924 Tequila, a product from the hillside and farms of Proveedora y Procesadora de Agave, Tres Hermanos S.A. C. V. Jalisco, México, is made from 100% Agave Azul. During the tequila process, the leaves are removed, exposing the heart of the agave plant, “the pina”. Approximately seven kilograms of pinas are required to produce one liter of Tequila. The Tequilas are all rich in smell, flavor, and are amazingly smooth in taste.

The more natural and slower the cooking process is, the more authentic the premium tequila obtained. The agave sits in either a large purposely built earthen pits, brick ovens, or now widely used autoclave tanks. Regardless of the cooking technique, the natural cooking process usually takes a very long time (up to 72 hours) cooking very slowly and precisely. The cooking process softens the pinas (“the agave”) by extracting the natural sugars, making it substantially easier to complete the milling process.

Premium distilleries are now turning to roller millers to produce premium tequila. Maestros tequileros argue that this process is an even better technique that provides richer tequilas since it breaks fibers that previous methods could not. During this process, the pinas are uniquely hand-crushed in order to extract the succulent sweet juices that will eventually become what is known as the final product.

Premium distilleries continue to use spontaneous fermentation without the use of pre-cultivated yeast. During the fermenting process, the maestros tequileros will ferment using either copper stills or stainless steel stills and modern distillation columns (also known as distillation towers) for mass productions, all using a slow, deliberate process needed to develop best flavors. Some tequila experts argue that using copper pots prevent sulfur from entering the final product. The stainless steel stills (also known as “stainless steel tanks”) are widely known in the premium markets. This process can usually take up to 72 hours.

During the distillation process, the maestro tequilero hand removes the heads and tails, superior and inferior alcohols that have a nice flavor, but are toxic components responsible for terrible hangovers. By removing as many heads and tails, he adds his signature to the final liquid. A well-done distillation means a good balance between flavors and less harmful tequila. During this step, the alcohol level reaches roughly 60% and by a reversing process, the level is brought down to the level that of tequila spirits, 40%.

When it comes to aging premium tequilas, distilleries are constantly looking for more complexity. Barrels previously used for sherry, cognac, scotch, whiskey or brandy, etc. are used depending on the maestro and the brand owner's palette of desired taste and flavor. The uniqueness added in the aging process distinguishes a premium tequila from your standard tequilas.

Our Tequilas are free of additives. The most common tequilas contain glycerin, oak extract, caramel color, and sugar syrup, etc. The CRT allows 1% of total liquid. In the end, an additive is an external ingredient that modifies the authenticity in tequilas. Most premium tequilas are additive free.

This process happens before bottling and adds to the smoothness of the overall Tequila. This process is very unique in nature and very specific to the maestro tequilero.

For the bottling process, each bottle has been labeled and applied with the approved federal bar-coding labeling, identifying the CRT Maestro tequilero distillery, the Tequila brand owner, and the Tequila brand importer. Each bottle is meticulously completed and filled, one by one. The US TTB and the Méxican government must approve all brand labels and brand linkage before labeling and bottling of any Tequilas.

As we are all faced with the proposition of protecting our world and leaving our planet better than we found it, 924 is dedicated to sustainability. Each bottle is specifically made from 100% recycled glass. Using 100% recycled glass aids us in our mission of creating a safer and healthier planet earth in the use of recycled glass rather than single use, non-biodegradable products and will help aid in the elimination of millions of pounds of waste from landfills, reducing air pollution and the amount of CO2 released into the atmosphere, and requires less energy to manufacture than new glass.

Mezcal is from a Protected Denomination of Origin. There are laws that establish that mezcal can only be produced, packaged and labeled in certain regions of México. The product MUST come from one of the certified distilleries approved by a regulatory council. The brand owner needs to either own a distillery or make an agreement with a mezcal manufacturer. For Mezcal Artesanal, the most valued category, it is extremely difficult to produce and manufacture. Our 924 Mezcal, a Joven Artesanal comes from the protected Denomination of origin, state of Oaxaca México, is made from 100% Maguey Espadin or 100% Agave Espadin - a subtle, well-balanced, slightly sweet, smokey taste, and is amazingly smooth in flavor.

Since Mezcal, a Joven Artesanal, 100% Maguey Espadin or 100% Agave Espadin is from a protected denomination of origin, in the state of Oaxaca, México, the cooking process is very detailed and very specific to the Maestros Mezcaleros, and they prefer to keep their rustic methods, the incredibly excellent mezcal, protected. Maestros Mezcaleros do not share their formulas, the cooking methods or the overall processes. Each mezcal profile is handcrafted by our maestro mezcalero, who seeks to preserve the rich flavors of each agave.

The Maestros Mezcaleros’ milling process is very unique and protected but involves the extracting of agave juices.

The fermentation of mezcal is a protected process and is produced per batch depending on the desired flavors. There are no pre-cultivated yeast used which results in delay of the fermentation process resulting in a much longer process.

During the Mezcal distillation process, the Maestro Mezcalero will go through the distillation process two to three times as needed.

Our exclusively made Mezcal, a protected product of the state of Oaxaca México, is a premium product and is only prepared by the Maestro Mezcalero. Mezcal is usually clear, unaged, ready for immediate bottling and enjoyment unless exclusive customizing is desired.

Our Mezcal, a protected product of the state of Oaxaca México, is free from additives.

The Maestro Mezcalero aeration process is very unique and involves a protected process. It is widely known that this process happens before bottling and contributes to the smoothness of the overall Mezcal.

For the bottling process, each bottle has been labeled and applied with the approved federal bar-coding labeling, identifying the Maestro Mezcalero distillery, the Mezcal brand owner, and the Mezcal brand importer, and each bottle is meticulously completed and filled, one by one. The Mezcal certifying agency, the COMERCAM must approve all productions and brand linkage before labeling and bottling of the Mezcal as it is a protected product of the state of Oaxaca México. The US TTB and the Méxican government must also approve all brand labels and brand linkage before labeling and bottling of the Mezcal as well. The Mezcal, a protected product of Oaxaca, México is known for the meaning “elixir of the Gods”.

As we are all faced with the proposition of protecting our world and leaving our planet better than we found it, 924 is dedicated to sustainability. Each bottle is specifically made from 100% recycled glass. Using 100% recycled glass aids us in our mission of creating a safer and healthier planet earth in the use of recycled glass rather than single use, non-biodegradable products and will help aid in the elimination of millions of pounds of waste from landfills, reducing air pollution and the amount of CO2 released into the atmosphere, and requires less energy to manufacture than new glass.