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5 of the Most Expensive Tequila Bottles

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September 29, 2023 at 8:23 AM PST
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5 of the Most Expensive Tequila Bottles

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September 29, 2023 at 8:23 AM PST

Luxury collectors often prominently showcase gorgeous items around their homes, representing timeless styles, nostalgic eras, and other interests. Whether it’s a classic designer piece, statement furniture, or museum-worthy oil paintings, these items, functional or not, usually reveal the collector’s appreciation for evocative artifacts that either reflect on their journey or symbolize subjects close to their hearts. For fine liquor aficionados, one such prized display is the bar area. It doesn’t necessarily matter if this is a simple credenza or a full bar room; here, eclectic glasses, unique decor, and some of the world’s finest liquors make up coveted exhibitions.

If fine tequila is the collector’s drink of choice, displayed bottles may exhibit complex flavors, while others look nearly as beautiful as they taste. The more intention or complexity behind the drink and its packaging, the more expensive it would be. We are talking about drinks steeped in barrels for as many as 15 years or bottles encrusted with diamonds expensive enough to buy several luxury homes. If you’re curious about the heights such dedication reaches, here are some of the most expensive tequila offerings around the world.

Ley 925 Diamante, AKA The Most Expensive Tequila in the World

Ley 925 Diamante, the most expensive Tequila in the World according to Guinness Book World Records.

Ley Diamante / ley925.com

Coming in as the top contender for the most expensive tequila in the world is Ley 925 Diamante. Holding the Guinness World Record for the most expensive tequila bottle, the Ley 925 Diamante is priced at a whopping $3.5 million dollars. The bottle is made of white gold and platinum and encrusted with over 4,100 diamonds, making it as breathtaking as any museum fine art installation. Inside, the tequila liquid is derived from 100% pure Blue Agave sourced from Jalisco, Mexico. It is then slow roasted, meticulously distilled, and aged for seven years in French Limousin oak barrels previously holding a vintage Port wine. This barrel-aging results in an ultra-smooth complex flavor with delicious hints of fruit, spices, and caramel blended with Tequila’s signature agave backdrop.

Get Similar: Tequila Ley 925 Extra Anejo. For 100 dollars only, you can get the same drink within the Ley Diamante without the whopping price tag that comes with the encrusted diamonds.

Display On: The Quillen Bar Cabinet from Anthropologie; rich walnut details and brass accents reveal beautiful craftmanship that pairs perfectly with the requisite Ley.

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Tequila Ley Ultra Premium

Ley .925 Ultra Premium Anejo Tequila, the second most expensive tequila in the world.
Tequila Ley Ultra Premium / ley925.com

In second place for the most expensive tequila in the world is The Tequila Ley Ultra Premium bottle. Priced at $225,000, this bottle is pure liquid gold. Only 33 bottles were made in variations of white and yellow gold and platinum (The image displayed is platinum and white gold). Barrel-aged for six years, this 100% Blue Agave Tequila is similar to something that would be found in a treasure chest. The second most expensive tequila is perfect for collectors who appreciate the craftsmanship and luxury of gold.

Get Similar: Fortaleza Extra Anejo.  Although not from the same brand, Fortaleza Extra Añejo and Ley 925 Ultra Premium Tequila share a dedication to premium quality and extended aging, utilizing the same main ingredient: 100% blue Weber agave.

Pair With: Dior’s Crystal Cocktail Glasses featuring a delicate hand-engraved motif design that is just as unique as your aged tequila.

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Clase Azul 15th Anniversary Edition

Clase Azul family of tequila. Clase Azul's 15th anniversary edition bottle is considered one of the most expensive tequilas in the world at $30,000.
Clase Azul Tequila Family / claseazul.com

Significantly less than the Tequila Ley Ultra Premium, the Clase Azul 15th Anniversary Edition is the third most expensive bottle of tequila, with a not-so-small price of $30,000. Because only 15 bottles of this exclusive tequila were produced, this rare tequila is pricey because of its scarcity. Two out of the 15 bottles are only available to be purchased in the $450,000 collection, meaning only 13 exist elsewhere for individual purchase. And, to top it off, the third most expensive bottle is hand-painted and housed inside a 24-carat gold box.

Get Similar: The Clase Azul Reposado Tequila is made by the same brand and has a beautifully sculptured bottle, minus the gold studs of the 15th-anniversary edition. “Smooth,” “flavorful,” and “decadent” are just a few of the adjectives consumers use to describe this.

Pair With: The Talavera Poblana Mexican Pottery Shot Glasses. Featuring a beautiful blue and white ceramic design that matches the Clase Azul Reposado, this glass is perfect for a drink or to display side by side as art.

Patron En Lalique, Series 2

PATRÓN EN LALIQUE SERIE 2 is one of the most expensive bottles of tequila in the world. Find out what else made the list in today's article. Pictured: The series 2 bottle from Patron.
Patron En Lalique Series 2 bottle / patrontequila.com

Fourth on the list of the most expensive tequila in the world is the Patron En Lalique Series 2 bottle. Aged eight years in French oak, American oak, and Sherry barrels, this bottle of expensive tequila costs $7,500 per bottle, just about enough to buy you four luxury bags. The Patron En Lalique Series 2 delivers enticing aromas of fruit, vanilla, and oak while coating the palate with a sweet, honeyed texture. It is known for its smooth taste, making it an enjoyable drink.

Get Similar: Gran Patrón Burdeos, a premium extra añejo tequila from the same brand, rivals the prestigious $7,500 Lalique collaboration in flavor and quality at just a quarter of the cost. It is triple distilled and aged in ex-bourbon, French oak, and ex-Bordeaux wine barrels. Little wonder it was named The Best Sipping Tequila in the World by CNN

Pair With: The Mexican Leather Mini Boot Shot Glasses. It looks just as cute as it’s named; it’s a conversation starter for sure.

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Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio

Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio is one of the most expensive bottles of tequila in the world. Find out what else made the list.
Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio / tequila.net

Final on the list for the most expensive tequila is the Barrique de Ponciano Porfidio. Significantly less than buying a $3.5 million dollar bottle, this tequila only retails at about $2000. This bottle is perfect for those looking to splurge on a luxury collector bottle for a small price. With only 2,000 bottles shipped out yearly, this 100 percent pure agave tequila bottle is made of 21-carat gold. Add these to your collection and make it the centerpiece of conversation at your next event.

Get Similar: Casa Noble’s Single Barrel Extra Añejo, echoing Ponciano’s elite refinement, ages Blue Agave essence in fine French oak for a comparable smoothness and woody warmth. At one-fifth the cost, it delivers similar quality without the decadent chocolate and spice nuances.

Pair With: The Mezcal and Tequila Infusion Set from Pottery Barn. Made by artisans in Tonala, Mexico, this handcrafted infusion decanter with four drinking vessels, stuns in a beautiful transparent golden brown color and is made from recycled glass. The wide-mouthed tasting cups, resembling the jicara fruit traditionally used for mezcal, enhance the sensory experience of savoring spirits. Additionally, it includes a copper-accented box that includes free recipes.

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