Mangrove has been appointed as UK distributor for the fifth-generation, family-run tequila Arette, bringing the exquisite liquid to the UK’s ever-increasing number of agave lovers.
Named after the Olympic show-jumping horse, Arette is steeped in the legacy of the Orendain family and pulls from the rich landscape of the namesake town, Tequila, in the heart of the Jalisco region. The family’s El Llano Distillery is one of the oldest in the region, pulling mineral water from the nearby volcanic springs and using blue weber agave from their very own local farm.
The Clasico Blanco Tequila is twice distilled using 100% agave, 38% ABV, with no additives. The unique treatment of the agave gives the resulting liquid creamy aromas, with classic vegetal notes on the palate and hints of blossom. For a silver tequila, it’s bursting with character and for this reason has garnered a stellar reputation with the great and the good of the UK on-trade. Sip it neat or use it to elevate Palomas and Margaritas with the true taste of Mexican tequila.
Eduardo Orendain, Chief Commercial Officer at Arette commented on the appointment: “We are proud of the progress made so far in the UK market – but with Mangrove we hope to position Arette as an exceptional choice for discerning tequila drinkers; people with taste and appreciation of the craft.
“Arette honours greatness, tradition, and history, because quality is considered and prioritised at every step of the process. That’s what sets Arette apart, and we can’t wait to see how Mangrove will bring that to life for UK consumers.”
Nick Gillett, Managing Director of Mangrove Global added: “At Mangrove, our portfolio is made up of brands that not only craft high-quality liquids but are also rooted in a sense of place and provenance.
“Arette fulfils each of those criteria and more. The demand for agave spirits is increasing rapidly in the UK as we catch up with what these liquids have to offer, and Arette offers the true taste of Jalisco, mastered over five generations of family distilling. The story is romantic, the production ethical, and the liquid exceptional – what more could you ask for from a spirit?”
Mangrove will be distributing the Arette range:
- Arette Clasico Blanco
- Arette Clasico Reposado
- Arette Artesanal Blanco
- Arette Artesanal Reposado (pictured, above)
- Arette Artesanal Anejo
- Arette Artesanal Fuerte
- Arette Artesanal Gran Clase
