Is Volans 106 Proof Blanco the Best High-Proof Tequila for Sipping in 2025?
In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Chris and Raj dive deep into Volans Still Strength Blanco Tequila — a bold 106-proof expression made at the legendary El Pandillo Distillery (NOM 1579) by Felipe Camarena in Los
Inside the Episode
In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Chris and Raj dive deep into Volans Still Strength Blanco Tequila — a bold 106-proof expression made at the legendary El Pandillo Distillery (NOM 1579) by Felipe Camarena in Los Altos, Jalisco.Crafted with the sweetest Blue Weber agave, crushed using a solar-powered mechanical tahona (aka “Frankenstein”), and fermented with a unique fiber blend, this small-batch tequila is full of flavor, texture, and character.💧 Spring water. 🌱 Open-air fermentation. 💥 Zero dilution.But is it worth the $70 price tag?🎙️ We break down:The production process at El PandilloThe flavor profile from nose to finishHow Still Strength compares to standard BlancoWhether it’s beginner-friendly or strictly for agave loversWhy we think this is a must-have for sipping, not shooting👕 Plus, our “Drink to Remember, Not to Forget” shirts are now available!🔔 Don’t forget to
At a Glance
- Category: Tequila & Mezcal
- Published: June 4, 2025
- Runtime: 00:14:28
- Presented by: The Liquor Connoisseur
Tasting Notes from the Episode
In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Chris and Raj dive deep into Volans Still Strength Blanco Tequila — a bold 106-proof expression made at the legendary El Pandillo Distillery (NOM 1579) by Felipe Camarena in Los Altos, Jalisco.Crafted with the sweetest Blue Weber agave, crushed using a solar-powered mechanical tahona (aka “Frankenstein”), and fermented with a unique fiber blend, this small-batch tequila is full of flavor, texture, and character.💧 Spring water. 💥 Zero dilution.But is it worth the $70 price tag?🎙️ We break down:The production process at El PandilloThe flavor profile from nose to finishHow Still Strength compares to standard BlancoWhether it’s beginner-friendly or strictly for agave loversWhy we think this is a must-have for sipping, not shooting👕 Plus, our “Drink to Remember, Not to Forget” shirts are now available!🔔 Don’t forget to