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Patrón is synonymous with tequila, but the premium brand's starting price tag may be difficult for many to shoot down. A bottle of Patrón Silver costs $50, or $600 for a 12-bottle case.

It’s 100 percent blue Weber agave, and like all of Volcán’s tequilas, there are no additives. The bottle itself is a work of art—one might be tempted to take it home as a souvenir.

"In order to to be real tequila it should be 100 percent blue agave, not just made with blue agave." Aaron Zaidman, liquor buyer for Zipps Liquors, said most best-selling tequilas are under $20.