On this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I sit down with Iliana Partida, CEO of Hacienda De Oro and a master distiller with a deep family legacy in tequila production.

Iliana shares her inspiring journey as a female leader in the tequila industry, the importance of authenticity in tequila, and the key differences between traditional vs. industrial production methods. We also discuss how water quality, terroir, and distillation techniques impact tequila flavor, and why good tequila won’t give you a hangover.

Topics We Cover:

✅ The rise of female distillers in tequila

✅ How to identify authentic vs. industrial tequila

✅ The cultural significance of tequila in Mexico

✅ Why consumer awareness is crucial when buying tequila

✅ The importance of giving back to the community

Key Soundbites:

"Men usually make bad decisions, and women usually make good decisions!"

"You have to look for authentic brands."

"The terroir of a tequila is crucial."

"You can tell a diffuser tequila nine times out of ten."

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Comment below – What’s your favorite tequila? Do you prefer traditional or industrial production?

You can connect with Iliana Partida, CEO of Hacienda De Oro and master distiller, through the following platforms:

Instagram: @ilianapartida

Facebook: Iliana Partida

For more information about Hacienda De Oro, you can visit their Instagram profile:

Instagram: @tequilera.hacienda.de.oro

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