El Rey Reposado Tequila is categorized as a Reposado. Type is determined by age, and this spirit is aged for 4 months. Generally, Reposado (rested) tequilas are aged in wooden barrels between two and twelve months. A wide variety of barrels are used for aging, from French Oak to Whiskey barrels. The type of barrel will have a significant impact on the subtle flavors of the product.
El Rey Blanco Tequila is categorized as a Blanco. Type is determined by age. Blanco (white) or Plata (silver) is a white, un-aged spirit. This spirit is bottled immediately after distillation, or aged less than two months in stainless steel or neutral oak barrels. This creates a clear spirit with strong Agave flavors.