25 Of The Most Expensive Tequilas In The World

Patrón is perhaps the most notable name in the upscale tequila category. While you may be familiar with the brand's popular core lineup, the spirits company also sells several pricier, higher-end bottles. One such tequila is the Patrón Estate Release which retails for around $100. While that is far more expensive than Patrón Silver, it is a relatively affordable option compared to some of the other tequilas you'll find on this list (including a few more releases from Patrón). 

This bottle is a limited-edition silver tequila that was made from agave grown at Hacienda Patrón, the brand's distillery located in Atotonilco el Alto, Mexico. It's described as smooth and sweet, with herbal and citrus notes and a floral and black pepper finish. The bottle features Patrón's signature curved shape, while the vintage-look label includes a sketch of the historic Hacienda Patrón. This is a great tequila for sipping straight or for mixing with other quality ingredients. Tequila lovers looking for a higher-end option but shopping on a budget will enjoy this unique bottle.

A lesser-known brand of tequila, El Tesoro stands out for it's hand-crafted take on traditional tequila. La Alteña, the distillery that produces El Tesoro, was founded in 1937 in the highlands of Jalisco. The distillery claims that the location's mineral-rich soil and high altitudes result in agave that's fruity and floral, creating unique flavors in their tequila.

Many of El Tesoro's tequilas are affordable, with some bottles, including their El Tesoro Blanco Tequila, coming in at under $50. El Tesoro Extra Añejo is a special blend from the producer. Made to honor Master Distiller Carlos Camerena's father, Felipe J., it's slow-aged in American oak bourbon barrels for between four and five years. According to El Tesoro, this gives the tequila notes of chocolate and coffee, with hints of dry fruits and roasted almonds. 

This tequila has won a number of awards, including a Double Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge in 2019. A bottle retails for around $160.  

The name alone is enough to set Tears of Llorona No. 3 Extra Añejo Tequila apart from others on this list. It's inspired by the story of "La Llorona," or "The One Who Cries," which tells the tale of a beautiful young woman who goes mad when she discovers that her husband has been unfaithful, and subsequently wanders throughout Mexico, shedding her tears of bitterness and regret.

Created by Master Distiller German Gonzalez Gorrochotegui, this tequila is unique for a big reason; it's produced by only the distiller. This means that it's a very small batch production, and can be difficult to procure. Another feature of this unique tequila is the special lid. Instead of a cork, there is a re-sealing latching top. Rather than a traditional label, the writing on this bottle appear in hand-written font, lending a unique and personal touch to every bottle. Take a sip, and you'll enjoy notes of caramel, custard, agave, dark chocolate, and more. If you're lucky enough to find a bottle, expect to pay around $240, though resale prices may be much higher.

Casa Herradura is one of the oldest tequila producers in Mexico. Founded in 1870 in the birthplace of tequila, the brand stakes claim to crafting the first reposado tequila and the first extra añejo tequila. They continue to use the same hand-built clay ovens built over a century ago to cook the agave for their tequilas.

The agave that goes into each bottle of Casa Herradura Selección Suprema Tequila is no exception. This tequila is Casa Herradura's most ultra-rested line. This means that it's the smoothest drinking tequila they offer. It's aged for over four years in white oak barrels. The result is a rich and dark amber tequila with tasting notes of agave, spice, and floral notes.

The finished tequila is placed in a stout, clear bottle with the brand's signature horseshoe. It is presented in a unique box that opens barn–door style at the front, with the bottle resting in a small, built-in shelf. If you can resist sipping it yourself, the bottle would be great for gifting. Retail for this one is around $300.

If you're someone who loves to decorate your bar with unique and beautiful bottles, you'll definitely want to snap up this tequila. Rey Sol Añejo Tequila is bottled in a sun-shaped decanter with a smiling, mustachioed face. The unique design is courtesy of famous Mexican artist Sergio Bustamente.

The tequila within the bottle is a work of art, too. It's created using traditional methods of production and is aged for six years before it makes its way into the sun-shaped container. Open the bottle, and pour yourself a taste straight. You'll notice a dominant flavor of oak, with lingering hints of chocolate and almond. It's smooth and rich, and a popular sip among tequila enthusiasts.

Unlike other brands, Rey Sol produces only a select few tequilas, with their Rey Sol Añejo Tequila being the most popular option. A bottle retails for around $260 if you can find it.

Also known as Tequila 3-4-5, Tres-Quatro-Cinco Tequila is an extra añejo tequila, meaning that it has been aged for more than three years. In this case, per Sip Tequila, the contents of this bottle is actually made up of a special blend of three tequilas: 30% of the blend is a 3-year aged tequila, 40% is a 4-year aged tequila, and 30% is a 5-year aged tequila.

The blend was produced by Master Distiller Enrique Fonseca. All three tequilas come together to create a unique flavor combination. You'll get notes of chocolate and caramel, as well as oak and pepper, with a fruity, coffee finish.

Another unique detail of this special tequila is the bottle. It features an incredibly narrow, delicate neck that stretches far above a tall base. A bottle can be purchased for around $400, but be warned that it's a small batch production, which can make it difficult to find in most liquor stores.

Special edition tequilas often carry a high price tag for several reasons, among them, the extra care or unique flavor profile compared to other tequilas from the same distiller, and the limited production of that bottle, which increases the value among collectors and tequila enthusiasts. This bottle checks both of those boxes. The Herradura 150 Aniversario Extra Añejo Tequila was a one-time production, released in 2020 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Tequila Herradura. This tequila has been aged for 100 months, creating a uniquely mature and complex spirit. The bottle is a departure from Tequila Herradura's signature short square bottle with a large horseshoe on the label. Instead, this bottle is rounded, with an almost-apple shape. It also features a bold blue label that sets it apart from other tequilas they offer.

If you're lucky enough to find this limited-run bottle, which is priced at around $500, it's a great addition to a tequila collection. Crack it open to enjoy a taste of 150 years of experience creating amazing tequila. 

Deleón Tequila may be a lesser-known name in the world of tequilas, but dedicated aficionados are familiar with the brand's core trio of offerings. Two of the options, Deleón Resposado and Deleón Blanco, cost $30 or less per bottle. The third, Deleón Añejo, costs around $60. But their special, limited edition bottling has earned its place on this list of the world's most expensive tequilas.

Deleón Leona Añejo Tequila is the distiller's premier spirit. This limited production tequila is aged for 24 months in special Sauternes barrels and made from pure water from three natural spring wells on the distillery's property. The texture of this tequila has been compared to a smooth cognac.

This short, square bottle features one of Deleón's signature intricate toppers. While a bottle will set you back around $1,000, it comes in a special presentation box and includes a beautiful flask so that you can bring a sip of this special tequila with you wherever you go.

You may be familiar with the 1800 brand which has a wide variety of types of tequilas to choose from, most of which are priced anywhere from $25 to $200 a bottle. But they also have a lesser-known and tough-to-find super-premium tequila that only the most dedicated collectors are likely to know about.

1800 Colección extra añejo tequila has been produced several times, though it's only been released for years when the distiller claims it's had its best production. Its extremely low production for each release makes it one of the rarest tequilas in the world (via Robb Report). Each time the Colección is produced, it's bottled in a unique and beautiful custom-designed decanter. The most recent edition was designed and created by artist Gary Baseman, who has also collaborated with major brands like Coach. 

Beyond being far pricier than your average bottle of tequila, this one is also tough to find — according to Robb Report, only 40 bottles were created for the 2013 release. Needless to say, this bottle is tough to find, but if you're willing to shell out $2,340.99, it can be yours, as of this writing, from Shared Pour.  

Considering that the last release and sale of this unique and expensive tequila took place in 2001, this is one bottle that's tough to find. According to Tequila.net, Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio is an añejo tequila that was produced as a limited edition run between 1998 and 2001. It's made from 100% blue agave and was aged in small, 100-liter casks, which were made from a variety of unique wood varieties.

In 1998 and 2001, some of these bottles were labeled as 100% Blue Agave Spirits, while some of the 2001 production bottles were labeled simply Tequila. In total, only 3,000 bottles were produced.

This special tequila bottle is easy to spot for its tall, slender shape and bright sun-like logo. The bottles were housed in a tall blue ceramic canister with a metal clasp to hold it closed. Each bottle was originally priced at around $2,000, though the resale values on these rare bottles are likely much higher today.

Film mastermind Guillermo del Toro and Patrón came together to create this unique collaboration. While Patrón tackled the production of the spirit, the filmmaker helped to create the dramatic presentation that is a big part of what makes this tequila so special.

The tequila is an extra añejo that's actually a blend of several aged tequilas, each of which spent around five years in oak barrels. The finished product features notes of dry fruit, nuts, and vanilla, with an oak and agave finish. While the tequila itself is a cut above, it's the complete package that makes this a coveted purchase for collectors.

Each bottle of Patrón x Guillermo Del Toro Añejo Tequila comes in a special presentation box, which features dramatic artwork and opens to reveal the bottle and other items housed in a carved red skeleton piece. In addition to your tequila bottle, you'll also receive a skull-shaped bottle of sweet, dark liquor that's designed to be mixed with the tequila to create new and unique flavors. The tequila itself comes in an upside-down bottle shaped like the ribs of the skeleton. Also included is a set of specialty shot glasses. The bundle originally sold for $399 when it was released it 2017, but now carries a $5,000 price tag from some retailers. 

Tequila Ley .925 Ultra-Premium is a unique — and expensive — tequila that's a favorite among collectors. Aged for six years, this tequila is best known for its unique bottle (via Tequila.net). It comes in a one-liter size and looks like pounded silver, with sharp, sun-beam-like protrusions on either side. The bottle is designed by artist Fernando Altamirano, who is also the CEO of Ley .925.

Tequila Ley actually produces four standard varieties of tequila, including a blanco, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo. While those all fall under the $100 mark, the brand's limited edition offerings such as this tequila are astronomically more expensive. (In fact, you'll find another tequila by this distiller further down this list.) The Tequila Ley .925 Ultra-Premium has actually been produced several times, with different varieties of bottles and tequila. According to Tequila.net, the Project MX33 edition costs $225,000, but note that the bottle is made with platinum and gold.

Tequila Ley .925's infamous Ley Diamante is more than just the most expensive tequila in the world; it's also the most exclusive. Just one bottle of this unique tequila. and the unique decanter that's held in, was ever produced. The tequila itself, while a premium variety, isn't overly unique. It's been aged for seven years and is produced from 100% agave distilled by Hacienda La Capilla. However, it's the bottle itself that drives the value of this tequila up so high. Designed by artist Fernando Altamirano, it's made of platinum and weighs more than 5 pounds. It's also covered in more than 4,000 diamonds, which total 328 carats. 

The bottle made waves in 2010 when it was revealed (via CultureMap). At that time, it started a tour of Europe and the Middle East before being placed on the auction block. According to Crib Supreme, it carried a price tag of $3.5 million and was carried by private jet during its tour and on its arrival at the auction. To put the price of this ultra-exclusive bottle into perspective, a 1-ounce shot would cost you around $73,000.