Morningside Brands, Inc., producer and importer of Alma del Jaguar Tequila, just announced the fall release of Nocturna, the latest in their seasonal high-proof tequila blanco series. Bottled at 101 proof, Nocturna is made with 100% wild yeast, water and agave.
The spring 2024 release showcases a mineral-forward profile with green pepper notes. By contrast, the wetter growing conditions for the fall 2024 expression offer a spicier, richer flavor with baking spices and jalapeño and a cinnamon sweetness reminiscent of Big Red gum, according to founder McCauley Williams. Each Nocturna offering displays its production season.
Founded in 2022 to support jaguar conservation in the U.S. and Mexico, Alma del Jaguar donates proceeds from all of its tequilas to projects like the Northern Jaguar Project, co-founded by Williams’ uncle, Rick Williams. The name “Nocturna” reflects the jaguar’s nocturnal habits, illustrated on the bottle, according to the company.
Alma del Jaguar Tequila is produced at a single estate in Jalisco, Mexico, in partnership with the fifth-generation Vivanco tequila family and Master Distiller Sergio Cruz at NOM 1414 in Arandas. The tequilas are crafted from blue weber agave, cultivated over 6,800 feet above sea level in the highlands of Los Altos de Jalisco, according to the company. Alma del Jaguar also uses 100% recycled Mexican glass bottles, agave fiber labels, repurposed cork closures and recycled cardboard packaging, all sourced locally within 85 miles of the distillery.
Coming in at 50.5% ABV, Nocturna is now available for pre-order online and will begin shipping this week for an SRP of $64.99. Alma del Jaguar tequilas are now available in 23 markets across the U.S., and can also be purchased online at AlmaDelJaguar.com, Seelbach’s and SIP Tequila.
