Corazón Tequila Eagle Rare Barrel Reposado Lands at Five Star Liquor in Hot Springs for $42.99

Last Updated on April 30, 2026 by Justin Jones

PUBLISH DATE: April 30, 2026

Hot Springs tequila hunters and bourbon crossover fans may want to make a stop at Five Star Liquor after a new bottle quietly hit shelves this week. First Spotted at Five Star Liquor on April 30, 2026.

Corazón Tequila’s Single Barrel Reposado aged in Eagle Rare bourbon barrels has officially landed in Arkansas, with Five Star Liquor offering bottles at $42.99.

The release combines two worlds that rarely collide this directly: traditional Highland tequila and Kentucky bourbon barrel finishing.

This particular Corazón expression starts as a 100% agave reposado tequila produced at NOM 1103, the historic Casa San Matías distillery in Jalisco, Mexico, before undergoing additional aging in barrels that previously held Eagle Rare Bourbon bourbon.

For Arkansas drinkers, that makes this one of the more interesting crossover bottles currently on shelves.

What Makes Corazón Eagle Rare Barrel Reposado Different?

Reposado tequila is traditionally aged between two months and one year in oak, but barrel selection changes everything.

In this case, Corazón is taking mature tequila and letting it rest inside used Eagle Rare bourbon barrels, adding bourbon-influenced layers of vanilla, caramel, oak spice, and darker sweetness over the natural cooked agave profile.

That matters because Eagle Rare barrels previously held a bourbon aged at least 10 years, meaning the wood is deeply seasoned and rich with bourbon character.

For whiskey drinkers easing into tequila, this creates an easier bridge.

For tequila drinkers, it offers something more layered than a standard reposado.

At $42.99, it also lands well below what many barrel-finished specialty tequilas command.

The Distillery Behind Corazón: Casa San Matías (NOM 1103)

Corazón Tequila is produced at Casa San Matías, one of Mexico’s oldest operating tequila houses.

Founded in 1886, Casa San Matías has more than 130 years of tequila-making history in the Highlands of Jalisco, making it one of the oldest tequila producers still operating today. The distillery remains family-led and is currently overseen by master tequilera Carmen Villarreal, one of the most respected names in modern tequila production.

That matters because Casa San Matías is not a contract facility.

It is a legacy tequila house with deep production roots.

The Highland region of Jalisco is known for sweeter agave character due to mineral-rich red soil and higher elevation, often producing fruitier, softer tequila profiles.

Corazón has become increasingly known for experimenting with bourbon barrel finishes, helped in part by its connection to Sazerac, the parent company behind both Corazón and Eagle Rare.

That relationship makes these barrel-finishing programs far more intentional than simple cask sourcing.

Why This Release Matters in Arkansas

Arkansas tequila demand continues to grow, but barrel-finished tequila remains relatively uncommon compared to standard blanco, reposado, and añejo offerings.

That makes bottles like Corazón Eagle Rare Barrel Reposado stand out.

For bourbon collectors who already chase Buffalo Trace products, seeing Eagle Rare barrels influence tequila creates instant curiosity.

For tequila drinkers, it’s a chance to explore what bourbon wood can add without moving into the much higher-priced extra añejo market.

And for Hot Springs shoppers, Five Star Liquor continues to be one of the most active Arkansas stores bringing in unusual limited spirits.

Bottle Details

Brand: Corazón Tequila
Expression: Single Barrel Reposado
Barrel Finish: Eagle Rare Bourbon Barrels
Price: $42.99
NOM: 1103
Region: Jalisco, Mexico
Agave: 100% Blue Weber Agave
Distillery: Casa San Matías

Availability

As with many specialty finished spirits, quantities appear limited.

If you are looking for one, check with Five Star Liquor directly before making the drive.

For Arkansas shoppers, this is one of those bottles that may not sit long once bourbon fans realize what it is.

Address
Five Star Liquor
2518 Park Ave Suite A
Hot Springs, AR 71901

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