The Agave Social Club

Come live vicariously through me as I spend a week in Mexico working with Arette, spending time with friends, exploring some incredible distilleries, and continuing to show my wife just how special this place is to me.
There was tequila, of course. A lot of it.  But there was so much more—old friends, new friends, great food, long days, unexpected adventures, and those moments that remind me why I keep coming back to Jalisco.
This was one of those trips where the work never really felt like work, and I found myself incredibly grateful for the opportunity to experience it all with the people I care about.
So come along for the ride.

In this episode of The Agave Social Club Podcast, I sit down with Javier Jimenez of Caballito Cerrero for a deep dive into one of the most fascinating family stories in the world of agave spirits.
We explore the Jimenez family’s multigenerational legacy, the history of their original hacienda and distillery, and how that heritage continues to shape every bottle produced today. Javier shares stories passed down through the family, the evolution of their production methods, and why preserving traditional practices remains so important in an industry that is constantly changing.
 If you’re interested in the roots of authentic agave spirits and the people working to preserve them, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 
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This is the second interview I did with Tesoro Azul as I was with them for a few days spanning Michoacan to Jalisco. In this part 2 of the interview I sat down with Jose Monroy Garcia as he shares his passion for the brand and for all things Michoacan.

In this episode of The Agave Social Club Podcast, I sit down with Alejandro Warren Patterson of Tesoro Azul to explore the story behind the brand's rebirth and the vision driving its future.
After spending several days with the Tesoro Azul team in both Michoacán and Jalisco, I had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the people, places, and traditions that have shaped the brand. Our conversation covers the deep connection Tesoro Azul has to Michoacán, the role legendary artist Marco Antonio Solís has played in the brand's revival, and how those roots continue to influence its identity today.
We also take a closer look at the tequila itself, discussing production at Productos Finos de Agave, the importance of Highland-grown agave, and the decisions that go into creating a tequila that honors both tradition and quality.
Whether you're interested in the stories behind tequila brands, production methods, or the people bringing new energy to the category, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.
Pour yourself a glass and join us for this conversation with Alejandro Warren Patterson.

In this special long-form conversation from The Agave Social Club, we sit down with David Rodríguez, master distiller of PATRÓN Tequila, alongside brand ambassador Roberto Núñez Moreno, to discuss the legacy of one of the world's most influential tequila brands.
We explore David’s journey with PATRÓN, the craftsmanship and responsibility behind producing tequila at a global scale, and how the brand helped redefine premium tequila for modern consumers. Roberto shares insight into the culture of PATRÓN, its connection to the community, and the role education plays in today’s tequila landscape.
The conversation also dives into the release of PATRÓN 100 — a 100% tahona-milled, 100 proof tequila that delivers the full character of the agave. Produced exclusively through the centuries-old tahona process, every drop is crushed by a volcanic stone wheel to unlock deeper, more complex flavor. 
To learn more about PATRÓN 100, be sure to check out https://www.patrontequila.com/