The Blanco That Refused to
Stay Limited

What happens when a limited tequila earns more than a moment? G4 de Madera Blanco didn’t just succeed, it became a permanent expression.

By Shawn Miller
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The Hunt for the G4 Reposado
Single Barrel Bottles

New tequilas arrive daily, but few stay. Thanks to you, G4 Reposado is now the #12 tequila SKU in the U.S. No flashy ads—just great juice you shared with friends. We’re here because you spread the word. Thank you!

By Shawn Miller
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Raicilla Sunset

PKGD FILMS

A journey from Jalisco’s mountains to the Pacific, where Fausto reimagines a Raicilla cocktail through trial, intuition, and collaboration, revealing a story about purpose, process, and the pursuit behind
El Acabo.

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From Tequila Seekers to Tequila Advocates

Beyond curiosity, tequila drinkers now demand accountability. True authenticity requires transparency and control, making choices that honor the liquid, the land, the people, and the future.

By
Shawn M. Miller
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PKGD University

How much do you really know about what you drink? From simple enjoyment to deeper curiosity, every agave lover follows a path. Take this quick quiz and discover where you stand, and where it could take you next.

By
Lore Elorriaga
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Durango Mezcal

PKGD TV

In this report, we explore the landscape where these powerful agaves grow and endure. Here, the path to producing mezcal is a demanding journey, one that requires dedication, hard work, and deep passion.

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The Hunt Begins

This Easter, PKGD Magazine turns into a hunt. Hidden across the issue are 30 eggs, but only two win. Explore, click, and move fast, because once they’re found, they’re gone.

By
Mau Montisan
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Children of the Land

A reflection on childhood across Mexico and beyond, tracing the early lives, dreams, and paths of those behind agave spirits, and how their journeys, different yet connected, led them back to the land.

By
Lore Elorriaga
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PKGD & Earth

For Earth Day, PKGD reflects on the deeper connection between agave spirits and the land, highlighting the quiet practices that sustain ecosystems, shape production, and ensure the future of both tradition and environmen

By
Lore Elorriaga
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A New Generation Emerges

G4 reflects four generations of tequila mastery, with a new generation learning to carry the legacy forward. A fifth may be near, as the story continues to unfold in every glass.

By
Shawn M. Miller
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Podcast

Building a Tequila Brand Through Digital Storytelling
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Agave Roadtrip
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Top 5 Bartender-Approved Margarita Recipes

These aren’t novelty drinks. They’re Margarita builds that respect the spirit, the guest, and the bar program.

By
Alex Ramírez
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The Blanco That Refused to Stay Limited

What happens when a limited tequila earns more than a moment? G4 de Madera Blanco didn’t just succeed, it became a permanent expression.

By
Shawn M. Miller
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Who Owns the Tequila?

Tequila enters an era of accountability where liquid must match the narrative. Producer-owned brands prioritize legacy over marketing, ensuring that transparency and craftsmanship remain the true pillars of the spirit.

By
Shawn M. Miller
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I Know Everything About How to Make Tequila, But I Don’t Know How to Make Tequila

Knowing the process isn't the same as crafting the spirit. In a market of "sourced" brands, true essence lives in the weathered hands and generational knowledge of producer-owned brands that value authenticity.

By
Shawn M. Miller
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The Lawsuit Against Additive Free Alliance and What Really Matters

PKGD reaffirms its commitment to transparency following the CRT vs. AFA conflict. While respecting the regulator's role, we maintain that our producer-owned brands honor craft through honesty, not just labels.

By
Juan Pablo Elorriaga
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