Traditionally produced super-premium tequila from 100 % blue Weber agave, distributed from Austria.
Tradition Mexico GmbH
6112 Wattens, AustriaNew on Amplifa
About Padre Azul
Tradition Mexico GmbH, based in Wattens (Tyrol), distributes the tequila brand Padre Azul, founded in 2014. The tequila is produced in the Valley of Amatitán in Jalisco, Mexico, from 100 % blue Weber agave, which is harvested by hand by jimadores after 8 to 10 years of growth. Around 10 kilos of agave are used per litre. Production follows traditional methods: 48 hours of steaming the agaves in ovens made of masonry and volcanic earth (mamposterías) plus 24 hours of residual heat, double distillation with separation of heads and tails, and maturation in toasted ex-bourbon oak barrels (Reposado 8 months, Añejo 18 months; Blanco bottled directly). Production takes place in Mexico under the direction of Master Distiller Erika Sangeado; the company handles sales, EU online shop fulfilment and distribution in Europe via partners in Switzerland and the USA.
- Site
- Wattens
- Processes
- Steaming of the agaves in traditional Mexican ovens (mamposterías, masonry and volcanic, Fermentation (after 48 h steaming plus 24 h residual heat), Distillation (double distillation, separation of heads and tails, only the heart of the distillate), Maturation in hand-picked ex-bourbon oak barrels (Reposado 8 months, Añejo 18 months), Harvesting/handcrafted processing of the agaves by jimadores, Sales and distribution of premium tequila, Online shop (shipping within the EU), Distribution via partners in Switzerland and the USA
- Materials
- Blue Weber Agave (100% agave), Ex-bourbon oak barrels (toasted), Blue Weber Agave (100 % agave), Mampostería oven (masonry, volcanic earth)
- Certificates
- ISO 9001
- Founded
- 2014
- Industries
- Spirits, Premium Tequila, E-Commerce/Retail
- 01
Harvesting of blue Weber agave by jimadores
- 02
Steaming in traditional ovens (mamposterías) and 24 h residual heat
- 03
Fermentation
- 04
Double distillation, only the core (heart of the distillate)
- 05
Maturation in ex-bourbon oak barrels (Blanco/Reposado/Añejo)
- 06
Bottling
- 07
Distribution via EU online shop and partners in Switzerland and the USA
Raw Materials & Processes
Blue Weber Agave (100 % agave)
Raw material of the tequila, 8–10 years growing time, about 10 kg per litre.
Mampostería oven (masonry, volcanic earth)
Traditional oven construction for the 48-hour steaming of the agaves.
Ex-bourbon oak barrels (toasted)
Hand-picked barrels for maturation with aromas of vanilla, caramel and chocolate.
Locations
Wattens
ATSales, EU shop fulfilment
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steaming of the agaves in traditional Mexican ovens (mamposterías, masonry and volcanicHeat Treatment | – | – | – | – | Blue Weber Agave, Masonry, Volcanic earth |
| Fermentation (after 48 h steaming plus 24 h residual heat)Other | – | – | – | – | Blue Weber Agave |
| Distillation (double distillation, separation of heads and tails, only the heart of the distillate)Other | – | – | – | – | Blue Weber Agave |
| Maturation in hand-picked ex-bourbon oak barrels (Reposado 8 months, Añejo 18 months)Other | – | – | – | – | Tequila, Oak wood |
| Harvesting/handcrafted processing of the agaves by jimadoresOther | – | – | – | – | Blue Weber Agave |
1 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Mexican ovens (mamposterías) | – | – | – | – | Valley of Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico |
Additional services
Reference customers
Quality
Master Distiller Erika Sangeado oversees every production step in Mexico. Certifications are not publicly documented.
| Evidence | Wattens |
|---|---|
| ISO 9001 |
History
- 2014
Foundation of the Padre Azul brand by HP Eder, Adriana Alvarez Maxemin and friends; several awards in the first year.