Rancho Tepua

Rancho Tepúa, run by the Contreras family, has been producing Bacanora in Sonora, Mexico, for over a century. Established formally in 2006, Rancho Tepúa preserves traditional Bacanora-making methods, including harvesting agave with a "Jaíbica" ax, honoring the heritage of the Ópata indigenous people.

Despite Bacanora's 77-year prohibition in Sonora, the Contreras family maintained production, creating a legacy of artisanal Bacanora known for its earthy, herbaceous flavors that reflect Sonora's rich cultural and natural landscape.