Avion Tequila Reserva Cristalino

Avión Tequila Reserva Cristalino is a polished, ultra-smooth cristalino that bridges añejo depth with a bright, clear presentation—melding rich cooked agave, creamy oak sweetness, and delicate spice into a refined, silky profile. It’s crafted for those who want the maturity and complexity of an aged tequila without the weight of color or heavy wood influence.

Origins & Craftsmanship
Avión has built its reputation around meticulous agave sourcing and an artisanal, terroir-aware approach rooted in Jalisco, Mexico. Reserva Cristalino begins life as an añejo tequila crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave. After traditional distillation and a minimum period of maturation in American oak barrels, the añejo is then filtered to clarity—the hallmark of the “cristalino” category.

This extra filtration process removes the darker oak pigments while retaining the nuanced flavors and complexity gained from barrel aging—vanilla, wood spice, and cooked agave richness—resulting in a tequila that drinks clear but with depth beyond a typical blanco.

Avión’s production also includes careful fermentation and distillation choices aimed at preserving varietal brightness and aromatic clarity, ensuring that the final profile balances richness with freshness. The spirit is bottled at a typically smooth 40% ABV (80 Proof).

Critics Reviews
Avión Tequila Reserva Cristalino has appeared in competitive blind tastings and is widely regarded among spirits reviewers as a standout cristalino in its stylistic bracket for balance and texture; however, specific widely published numeric scores from major spirits critics were not identified for a definitive review section.

Tasting Profile
Nose: Clean cooked agave integrates with vanilla cream and soft caramel, accented by citrus peel and a subtle sandalwood spice. A gentle floral undertone adds lift and elegance.

Palate: Silky and refined—the body leans smooth with rich yet restrained flavor. Vanilla and oak sweetness from barrel time carries forward into butterscotch and light toasted spice, while agave brightness remains present. Slight pepper and citrus zest balance the sweetness.

Finish: Medium length and exceptionally clean—creamy oak and citrus linger with a final whisper of sweet spice before a light, elegant dry-down.

Quick Overview

Cocktail Recipes 

Crystalline Old Fashioned
Ingredients:

• 2 oz Avión Reserva Cristalino

• 0.2 oz agave syrup (1:1)

• 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  Garnish: Orange peel
  Method: Stir with ice until well-chilled. Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass. Express orange peel and garnish.

Bright Cristalino Margarita
Ingredients:

• 2 oz Avión Reserva Cristalino

• 0.75 oz fresh lime juice

• 0.5 oz orange liqueur

• 0.1 oz agave syrup (optional)
  Method: Shake with ice. Strain into a salted or clean-rimmed rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with lime.

"Despite pouring clear into the glass, aromas of vanilla, oats, salted caramel, and hints of oak overlay the green vegetal notes on the nose. On the palate, this cristalino Tequila exudes notes of buttercream, herbs, and ample minerality that gives way to a dry finish." 94 Points 2023 Ultimate Spirits Challenge