With a swing top and raised lettering, La Gritona stands out just because of the packaging. Melly Barajas puts her reposado in hand-blown glass recycled from Mexican Coke bottles, which resemble something from the early 20th century. Another aspect that makes La Gritona unique is that women are involved in all production levels - from picking agave in the highlands of Jalisco to technical work and distilling. Melly's concept has attracted a following among southern California's hippest bartenders, and now this hidden gem is available on the East Coast. This reposado is copper-still fermented and aged eight months in old American whisky barrels. Come for the groovy bottle, and stay for the delicious tequila.
