Luxury Tequila Brand Leyenda 1925 Earns Two Honors at 2026 Agavos International Spirits Competition

Leyenda 1925, the luxury tequila brand built upon three generations of tequila-making heritage, proudly announces it has earned two honors at the 2026 Agavos Awards International Spirits Competition, one of the industry’s most respected programs recognizing excellence in tequila and agave spirits. The brand received a Gold Award in the Taste Competition for Leyenda 1925 Blanco, recognizing the expression as an excellent product that meets exceptionally high standards, as well as a Silver Award for Bottle Design, Shape, and Overall Appearance, validating the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship beyond the liquid itself.

The Agavos Awards recognize distillers and marketers whose work demonstrates exceptional quality across both product innovation and design. Within the Taste Competition, entries are evaluated through blind tastings conducted by industry experts and judged across a series of criteria including appearance, aroma, taste, and finish. Judges described Leyenda 1925 Blanco as showcasing aromas of minerals, citrus, pepper, and floral notes, followed by a flavor profile layered with butter, citrus, vanilla, agave, and mint, all supported by a rich, thick mouthfeel.

“Receiving this recognition from some of the tequila industry’s most respected experts and leaders is an incredible honor for our family,” said Juan González, Co-Founder and Brand Designer of Leyenda 1925. “From day one, our mission has been to build a brand around our family story that respects the generations of craftsmanship. To be recognized for both the spirit itself and the generational story told through the bottle design and brand elements, especially less than a year after launching, is incredibly meaningful and reinforces everything our brand stands for.”

The award-winning bottle itself was designed as more than packaging; it was conceived as a physical representation of the spirit and story within. Inspired by the agave plant, sculpted vertical patterns running through the glass reflect the natural geometry of agave leaves and symbolize growth, movement, and transformation. The bottle’s appearance evolves with the tequila itself, allowing the liquid’s natural color to define each expression while subtle blue reflections evoke the agave fields where the story begins.

Every element of the bottle was intentionally designed to reflect the González family story. The Roman numeral III engraved into the bottle and cap honors the third generation carrying the tradition forward, while the number 1925 pays tribute to the family’s patriarch and the foundation upon which the legacy was built. Even the typography used throughout the brand was developed from a digitized version of his original handwriting, creating a direct connection between past and present.

Leyenda 1925 represents the continuation of a family legacy deeply rooted in tequila craftsmanship. Produced from 100% Blue Weber Agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco, the tequila is crafted using slow cooking methods, open fermentation, and precise double distillation to preserve the purest expression of agave without additives or shortcuts.

As the brand continues expanding its footprint, these early accolades mark an important moment for Leyenda 1925, reinforcing its position as a luxury tequila brand built equally on heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation. The brand is available with retail partners and on-premise accounts across California, Texas, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey, as well as online.

About Leyenda 1925:

Leyenda 1925 is an award-winning, luxury tequila brand rooted in nearly a century of tradition, craftsmanship, and family legacy. Originating in the highlands of Los Altos de Jalisco, México, the brand honors generations of agave farmers and tequila makers dedicated to preserving the integrity of the land and the art of production. Founded by Julio, Juan, and Montse González, Leyenda 1925 reflects a commitment to authenticity, excellence, and cultural heritage. Every bottle is crafted with meticulous attention to detail from agave cultivation to final presentation, resulting in a tequila that embodies both tradition and modern luxury. Imported by 1925 Spirits LLC, Wilmington, Mass., 40% alcohol by volume.