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What is Cincoro? Super-Premium Tequila Launched in September 2019 by Five NBA Owners, Including Michael Jordan

2026-04-05

What is Cincoro?

Cincoro is a super-premium tequila launched in September 2019 by five NBA owners, including Michael Jordan.

  • Michael Jordan: Principal owner of the Charlotte Hornets (co-owner starting in 2024)
  • Jeanie Buss: Principal owner of the Los Angeles Lakers
  • Wes Edens: Co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks
  • Wyc Grousbeck: Majority owner of the Boston Celtics
  • Emilia Fazzalari: Founder and CEO of Cincoro Tequila, the company that developed Cincoro, and wife of Wyc Grousbeck

*NOTE: Serena Williams became a co-owner in May 2024.

The name "Cincoro" is a portmanteau of the Spanish words for "five" (cinco) and "gold" (oro).

In other words, Cincoro means "a golden (treasured) tequila made by five people"!

Here are the official photos and videos of the Cincoro.

Cincoro is famous for being the tequila that Kobe Bryant told Michael Jordan was "awesome"!

The details of this story are told in "The Last Text".

Main Products of Cincoro

Main Products of Cincoro are the five types listed in the table below.

*Note: Cincoro may also offer limited-time products from time to time.

TypeColorAgingAromaTasteFinish
BlancoRadiantly crystal-clear with a silvery brillianceUnagedDelicately Aromatic With Notes Of Fresh Agave, Citrus, And A Hint Of VanillaFresh Agave, Citrus, Grapefruit, Fresh JalapeñoCitrus Undertones Balanced By Cooked Agave And A Faint Spiciness
ReposadoLight golden hue, reminiscent of pale honey8-10 MonthsSubtle aroma of cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, and dried fruitsCooked agave with subtle notes of honey, vanilla, a hint of pepper and white chocolateOak and spices give way to a long velvety finish
AñejoWarm amber glowOver 20 MonthsOak, sweet cooked agave, maple, orange rindComplex, toasted oak, cooked agave, butterscotch, dark chocolateElegant, evolving over time. Cooked agave, dried fruits, baking spices
GoldUnique, luminous, deep golden colorA Blend of our unaged Blanco and aged Reposado, Añejo and Extra AñejoAromatic and inviting notes of toasted oak, vanilla, cinnamon, roasted nuts, raisin, and spicesDelicious blend of sweet honey, vanilla, dried fruits, and spices, balanced with a buttery nuttinessCooked agave, cinnamon, chocolate, toasted almond, with a light ginger note
Extra AñejoLuxurious, dark amber with reddish undertones40-44 MonthsRich toasted oak and cooked agave topped with notes of orange, coffee, and savory herbsRoasted nuts, a medley of dried dark fruitsElegant, extra long finish; drifting into wood and dried fruits

The first Cincoro line, launched in September 2019, consisted of four varieties: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo.

Subsequently, on September 14, 2022, Cincoro Gold (a blend of Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo) was announced and went on sale in October 2022.

Introduction Videos of Cincoro

Here are introduction videos of Cincoro.

In the video below, co-owner Serena Williams is shown drinking Cincoro.

Drinking Parties where Our Founder/CEO&CTO Hiroyuki Chishiro brought Cincoro

Here’s a look at the drinking parties where our Founder/CEO&CTO Hiroyuki Chishiro brought along some Cincoro.

October 11, 2025: Brought Cincoro Reposado to the NBA Meetup "Nao no Hako" (Japan)

He brought a bottle of Cincoro Reposado to the NBA meetup "Nao no Hako" on October 11, 2025.

Cincoro is perfect for celebrations, and everyone really enjoyed it!

March 22, 2026: Brought Cincoro x Los Angeles Lakers Special Edition Añejo to the NBA Meetup "Nao no Hako"

He brought a bottle of Cincoro x Los Angeles Lakers Special Edition Añejo to the NBA meetup "Nao no Hako" on March 22, 2026.

The Cincoro x Los Angeles Lakers Special Edition Añejo is a tequila released exclusively in Southern California.

He bought it as a souvenir during a business trip to Los Angeles!

We all enjoyed the Cincoro together!

He gave the empty Cincoro bottle to Kingsman, a Lakers fan!

Summary

We introduced "Cincoro," a super-premium tequila launched in September 2019 by five NBA owners, including Michael Jordan.

Be sure to try Cincoro!

Drink Cincoro Tequila!

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