The Agave Social Club

The Agave Social Club

We are talking with some of the best tequila brands around to hear their story, learn the process and sip on some excellent tequila. To see the video for each episode you can find them on the Agave Social Club IG page.

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April 8, 2026 61 mins

In this episode of Agave Social Club, we sit down with the team behind Point Blank Tequila, a brand that’s quickly making noise by combining tradition, transparency, and a bold vision for the future of agave spirits.

Joining us are:

  • Andrew Summerset – Founder & Owner 
  • Zandra Gomez Santiago – Master Distiller 
  • Aldo Garcia – Representing a legacy tequila family as the son of Don Jose Garcia 

Together, they share the story beh...

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What does it really take to bring a tequila brand to life?

In this episode of The Agave Social Club, we sit down with Dheeraj Naidu, founder of Tequila Rimari, to unpack the journey from idea to bottle. From navigating the complexities of launching a new brand to building meaningful partnerships in Mexico, Dheeraj shares the realities behind the scenes—both the wins and the challenges.

We dive into how Tequila Rim...

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In the tequila world, growth almost always comes with change.

In this episode of The Agave Social Club Podcast, we welcome back Steve Vera to talk about the next chapter of El Gran Legado de Vida. Since his last appearance on the show, the brand has gone through a major transition — moving production from Nom 1123 to Nom 1551.

Steve joins us to share the real story behind that decision, the challenges that come with switching distill...

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I recently had the honor to be a guest on the Light Bulb Moments Podcast with Phil Fornaro. We talk tequila and I get to share a little about my journey. Check out the Light Bulb Moments Podcast on Apple.

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My first trip to Mexico of the year was with Codigo 1530. Join me as I recap my trip with this amazing brand. 

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Let's get to know one of the best new brands out there. This is Alto Canto. I speak with Founder Daday Suarez and Master Distiller Juan Reyes as we discuss their high altitude authentic tequila. To purchase, you can go to https://siptequila.com/search?q=alto+canto&type=product

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October 22, 2025 44 mins

I just got back from Mexico with my wife. We checked on a few projects, tasted a lot of amazing tequila and spent time with awesome friends. Are you looking to visit Mexico? I have some recommendations throughout the episode that you won't want to miss. If you want early access to my ASC projects, be sure to join the membership https://www.theagavesocialclub.com/store/p/the-agave-social-club-membership

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October 8, 2025 56 mins

Brand new episode with Carreta De Oro. The brand has been around for a while but now under the leadership of Ronak, he's introducing it to a new audience. To learn more about the brand, check out https://carretadeoro.com/

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It's that time of the year again. The Fortaleza Winter Blend Press Trip. Join me for this special trip as I spent time at Fortaleza, Caballito Cerrero for a new project, and then on to Arandas to bottle my upcoming Siempre Conexiones project. 

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Cofounders Todd Hummel and Iliana Partida of Elevacion 1250 join me to share their story. From Canada to Amatitan, Elevacion 1250 is authentic as it gets. Be sure to check out https://elevacion1250tequila.com/ to learn more and head over to https://siptequila.com/products/elevacion1250-blanco-rosa?pr_prod_strat=jac&pr_rec_id=8d628001a&pr_rec_pid=7939400695997&pr_ref_pid=7939400794301&pr_seq=uniform to pick up some o...

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I had a chance to speak with Juan Pena who is behind Prolijo Mezcal, Tequila, and Tierra y Libertad Tequila. Three great brands with three great agave spirits. be sure to check out https://www.prolijomezcal.com/ https://www.drinkprolijo.com/ https://www.drinktyl.com/

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I had the honor to be a guest on Brad Niccum's show "Tasting Tequila with Brad" I hope you enjoy this candid conversation as Brad had great questions. Be sure to follow Brad Niccum on all platforms.https://tastingtequilawithbrad.com/

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Join us for a great conversation with the guys from Loco Tequila. This is a brand that is going against the grain as they look to honor the history of authentic tequila and push the boundaries for the future. To learn more about the brand, you can go to https://loco-tequila.com/

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June 4, 2025 42 mins

I just got back from Mexico two days ago and had an amazing trip. From Caballito Cerrero, driving the fields sipping Fortaleza Anejo with Guillermo, to spending the night at Enrique Fonsecas barrel house with over 12,000 barrels. This was a special trip. 

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May 21, 2025 49 mins

I speak with Sabor Y Cultura founder Luis Hernandez. You don't want to miss one of the best festivals around that also helps the community. To learn more, go to https://www.saborevent.com/

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One of my favorite episodes is with Billy Erickson from Fortaleza. Do you why Fortaleza is not called Los Abuelos in the US? Billy and I discuss it as well as hear the history of the brand. To learn more about the brand go to https://tequilafortaleza.com/

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April 23, 2025 76 mins

I had the honor to speak to David Alan from PATRÓN Tequila about the brand’s history as well as their additive free tequila and commitment to transparency.  To learn more about PATRÓN Tequila, you can visit https://www.patrontequila.com/

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Siempre founder and good friend Alex Lacroix joins me to catch us up on all things Siempre, including the special Exclusivo Blanco release created by me for and Sergio Cruz. I can't wait to share this release. 

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Last year, I had the chance to be a guest on the Whiskey Tequila Fridays Podcast. If you want to hear more of my story and some of my thoughts on tequila, here's your chance. Be sure to check out their show. 

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March 12, 2025 52 mins

Don't miss this incredible ancestral and artisanal mezcal with founders Daniel Zavala and Alejandro Sixto. Be sure to check out https://matasantamezcal.com/ to learn more and to purchase. 

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