Quick answer: The best tequila to buy in Canada is a 100% agave bottle from a named distillery that fits your budget and use. At the LCBO in October 2026, solid blancos start around $47 (Espolòn, Olmeca Altos), the big names sit at $75 to $90 (Casamigos, Patrón, Don Julio), and sipping favourites like El Tesoro Añejo run about $95. Prices are set by each province, so the same bottle costs a little more or less depending on where you live.
Our pick: Don Londrés Reposado. A Highlands tequila from NOM 1518 in Atotonilco El Alto: single-estate blue Weber agave matured 7 to 10 years, cooked in brick ovens for 48+ hours, naturally fermented, distilled twice in pot stills and rested in American oak ex-bourbon barrels, with nothing added beyond agave and time. In Canada it is sold through the LCBO. See Don Londrés Reposado. Yes, we make it, so every other bottle below is chosen on stated criteria with real prices.
Canada is a serious tequila market: it was the fourth largest destination for Mexico's tequila exports in 2025, behind the United States, Spain and Germany, according to the Consejo Regulador del Tequila. Here is how to buy well.
Tequila prices at the LCBO (October 2026)
| Bottle (750 ml) | LCBO price | Owner | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espolòn Blanco | $47.25 (on sale $44.25 to Nov 8) | Campari Group | Margaritas and Palomas on a budget |
| Olmeca Altos Plata | $47.95 | Pernod Ricard | Margaritas, bar rail quality at home |
| Casamigos Blanco | $74.95 | Diageo | Soft, sweeter style, crowd pleaser |
| Herradura Silver | $77.95 | Brown-Forman | Classic Lowlands profile |
| Patrón Silver | $79.95 | Bacardi | Easy to find, consistent cocktails |
| Don Julio Blanco | $89.95 | Diageo | Highlands style from Atotonilco El Alto |
| El Tesoro Añejo | $94.95 | Suntory Global Spirits | Sipping; tahona-crushed, a favourite of enthusiasts |
| Clase Azul (ceramic decanter) | $332.60 | Casa Tradición | Gifting and presentation |
| Don Londrés Blanco and Reposado | Check lcbo.com | Independent | Sipping and margaritas; estate agave, brick ovens |
How to pick a good tequila in Canada
- Look for "100% de agave" on the label. Anything without it is a mixto, which only needs 51% agave sugar.
- Find the NOM number. It names the distillery. Many brands share one, so the NOM tells you who actually made the tequila.
- Match the category to the job. Blanco for margaritas and Palomas, reposado for sipping, añejo for whisky drinkers.
- Use price as a filter, not a verdict. In Canada a well made 100% agave blanco usually costs about $45 to $90 at provincial stores. Above that you are often paying for packaging or a famous name.
- Check stock before you go. LCBO, SAQ and BC Liquor all show store inventory on their websites and apps.
Where to buy tequila in each province
- Ontario: the LCBO, a government retailer that sets shelf prices. Some bottles are only available through Vintages or special order. Best tequila at the LCBO.
- Quebec: the SAQ, also government run, with a private import program for bottles not on shelves. Meilleure tequila au Québec (en français).
- British Columbia: BC Liquor Stores and private stores, which buy at the same wholesale price from the BC Liquor Distribution Branch.
- Alberta and Saskatchewan: private retailers set their own prices, so shopping around pays off.
- Manitoba and Nova Scotia: Liquor Marts and the NSLC, both government run.
Best picks by occasion
- Best value for margaritas: a 100% agave blanco around $45 to $50, such as Espolòn Blanco or Olmeca Altos Plata. Fresh lime matters more than the brand.
- Best for sipping: a reposado or añejo from a traditional producer. El Tesoro Añejo ($94.95) is a long time enthusiast favourite; Don Londrés Reposado, rested in ex-bourbon barrels, is another option at the LCBO.
- Best gift: Clase Azul if presentation is the point; a well made reposado if the person actually sips tequila.
- Best Highlands style: Don Julio Blanco and Don Londrés are both made in Atotonilco El Alto. Don Londrés vs. Don Julio.
About Don Londrés in Canada
Don Londrés is a 100% blue Weber agave tequila from NOM 1518 in Atotonilco El Alto, Jalisco: single-estate agave matured 7 to 10 years, roasted in brick ovens for 48+ hours, naturally fermented and distilled twice in pot stills, with nothing added beyond agave and time. In Canada it is sold through the LCBO; search "Don Londrés" on lcbo.com or in the LCBO app for the current price and store stock. Don Londrés in Canada.
Full disclosure: we make Don Londrés. The bottles on this page are chosen on stated criteria, with real LCBO prices, and we say where other bottles are the better buy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tequila in Canada?
There is no single best, but the best buys are 100% agave tequilas from named distilleries. At the LCBO, Espolòn Blanco and Olmeca Altos Plata are strong values under $50, Don Julio Blanco and Patrón Silver are reliable around $80 to $90, and El Tesoro Añejo is a favourite for sipping.
What is the best cheap tequila in Canada?
Look for 100% agave blancos under $50. At the LCBO in October 2026, Espolòn Blanco was $47.25 (on sale for $44.25) and Olmeca Altos Plata was $47.95. Avoid mixtos, which are cheaper because up to 49% of the sugar can come from sources other than agave.
What is the best sipping tequila in Canada?
A reposado or añejo made with oven cooked agave and pot stills. El Tesoro Añejo ($94.95 at the LCBO) and Don Londrés Reposado are good places to start; sip at room temperature in a narrow glass.
Why is tequila more expensive in Canada than in the U.S.?
Provincial markups, federal excise duty of $14.117 per litre of pure alcohol (from April 2026) and sales taxes. A 2021 Public Health Agency of Canada study found governments collect roughly 63% of the shelf price of spirits through profit and taxes. Why tequila costs more in Canada.
Where can I buy Don Londrés in Canada?
Through the LCBO in Ontario. Search "Don Londrés" on lcbo.com or in the LCBO app for price and store availability.
What is the legal drinking age in Canada?
18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec, and 19 in the other provinces and territories.
Sources
- LCBO: Espolòn Blanco
- LCBO: Olmeca Altos Plata
- LCBO: Casamigos Blanco
- LCBO: Herradura Silver
- LCBO: Patrón Silver
- LCBO: Don Julio Blanco
- LCBO: El Tesoro Añejo
- LCBO: Clase Azul
- Expansión: 2025 tequila exports by market (CRT data)
- Canada Revenue Agency: excise duty rates from April 1, 2026
- AGLC: how liquor works in Alberta
Keep reading: Tequila questions, answered · Tequila by the numbers · Don Londrés vs. Casamigos.
Last reviewed October 2026 by the Don Londrés team. LCBO prices were checked on lcbo.com on October 15, 2026 and change often; provincial retailers set their own prices.