Lobos 1707 Joven 750ML is a 100% Blue Weber agave tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml bottle. A SIP Awards Gold Medal and Consumers' Choice winner, this Joven distinguishes itself through Pedro Ximénez sherry barrel finishing via the Solera method — a technique rarely seen in tequila production. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% | Origin: Arandas, Jalisco, Mexico | Joven (Blanco-Reposado Blend) | Distillery: Compañía Tequilera de Arandas (NOM 1460) Production & Heritage Produced at Compañía Tequilera de Arandas in the highlands of Jalisco — a region prized for its red, mineral-rich soils that yield sweeter, fruitier agave — Lobos 1707 Joven starts with 100% Blue Weber agave that undergoes an initial two-month rest in American white oak barrels. The blanco is then blended with a measure of Lobos 1707 Reposado tequila, creating a more complex foundation than a standard silver or blanco. The final step is what truly sets this expression apart: finishing in Pedro Ximénez sherry wine barrels using the Solera method, which layers rich, dried-fruit sweetness into the agave character. Tasting Notes Aroma: Fresh-cut agave leads the nose, followed by earthy herbal notes, white pepper, and citrus. A subtle floral quality emerges beneath light touches of black pepper and tobacco. Taste: The entry is sweet and buttery with fresh agave at its core. Mid-palate, citrus and vanilla develop alongside earthy mineral and vegetal notes, building to a peak of vanilla cream with hints of marcona almond and melon. A gentle grape sweetness — the signature of the PX sherry finishing — threads through the entire progression. Finish: Bright and smooth, tapering with herbal spice and lingering white pepper. The finish carries moderate length, leaving a clean, slightly balsamic trail that invites the next sip. How to Drink Lobos 1707 Joven The sherry-influenced complexity rewards sipping neat or over a single large ice cube, which opens up the vanilla and fruit layers as it slowly dilutes. For cocktails, this Joven's distinctive profile works especially well in three directions: a Paloma, where the PX sweetness harmonizes with grapefruit bitterness; a Tequila Old Fashioned, where the existing vanilla and balsamic character reduces the need for added sweetener; and a Margarita, where the creamy, herbal backbone stands up to citrus without losing nuance. Best For Tequila drinkers exploring sherry-finished expressions for the first time Hosting a tasting flight comparing Joven, Reposado, and Añejo styles Gifting someone who enjoys aged spirits and wants something unconventional in the tequila category Building cocktails that call for a tequila with more depth than a standard blanco Frequently Asked Questions What does Lobos 1707 Joven taste like? Lobos 1707 Joven delivers sweet, buttery agave up front with citrus, vanilla cream, and earthy mineral notes through the mid-palate, finishing bright and smooth with herbal spice and white pepper. How does Lobos 1707 Joven compare to Don Julio 70? Don Julio 70 is an Añejo Cristalino — filtered to remove color after full aging — producing a lighter, cleaner spirit, while Lobos 1707 Joven blends blanco with reposado and finishes in PX sherry casks, resulting in a richer, sweeter profile with more dried-fruit influence. Both sit in a similar premium price tier, but they represent fundamentally different production philosophies. Is Lobos 1707 Joven good for sipping neat? Yes, the PX sherry cask finishing adds enough complexity — vanilla, dried fruit, herbal spice — to make it genuinely enjoyable neat, particularly for drinkers who find standard blancos too sharp or simple. Where is Lobos 1707 Joven made? Lobos 1707 Joven is produced at Compañía Tequilera de Arandas (NOM 1460) in Arandas, located in the highland region of Jalisco, Mexico, known locally as Los Altos. What foods pair well with Lobos 1707 Joven? Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa complement the citrus and agave sweetness. Manchego cheese echoes the nutty, creamy mid-palate. Dark chocolate with sea salt mirrors the vanilla and balsamic undertones. Ceviche aligns with the bright herbal finish, and roasted pork with a citrus glaze bridges the spirit's savory and sweet elements. What sizes does Lobos 1707 Joven come in? Lobos 1707 Joven is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle size. Is Lobos 1707 Joven worth the price? Lobos 1707 Joven positions as a premium tequila, and the PX sherry cask finishing via Solera method is a genuine production differentiator that justifies its place above standard blanco or Joven tequilas — the SIP Awards Gold Medal and Consumers' Choice recognition support its quality at this tier. Why Lobos 1707 Joven? The Pedro Ximénez sherry barrel finishing through the Solera method is the defining feature here — it is a technique borrowed from Spanish sherry and Scotch whisky production that remains uncommon in the tequila world. Blending blanco with reposado before that final finishing step adds a layered maturity that most Joven-category tequilas simply do not achieve. The SIP Awards Gold Medal and Consumers' Choice recognition validate the approach. For anyone looking beyond the standard blanco-reposado-añejo progression, this expression represents a genuinely different path through the 100% agave tequila category.
