1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila brings together premium Mexican tequila and the vibrant work of British artist and streetwear designer Daniel Cordas.
Created as an extremely limited UK release, the bottle takes the familiar trapezoidal form of 1800 Silver and transforms it with an explosion of floral patterns, agave references and traditional Mexican folk-art symbolism. Cordas originally produced the design by hand before it was digitised for a run of just 500 individually numbered bottles.
The edition contains the established 1800 Silver Tequila, made in Mexico from 100% Blue Weber agave and bottled at 38% ABV. Its clean, fresh profile of sweet agave, citrus, light pepper and subtle fruit makes it particularly well suited to Margaritas, Palomas and simple long drinks.
The HTFW presentation also includes a branded 1800 glass, giving the release additional gifting and display appeal. The combination of limited artwork, individually numbered packaging, premium tequila and branded glass makes this more than an ordinary bottle of silver tequila.
For drinkers, art collectors and anyone building a collection of 1800 artist collaborations, 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila captures a distinctive moment where Mexican spirits culture meets contemporary British streetwear art.
What Is the 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition?
The Daniel Cordas Limited Edition is a specially designed bottle of 1800 Silver Tequila created through a collaboration between 1800 Tequila and artist Daniel Cordas.
Only 500 bottles were produced for the release, with each bottle individually numbered. The design began as a hand-painted artwork before being digitally reproduced across the limited run.
The HTFW set includes:
- One 70cl bottle of 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila
- One branded 1800 glass
- 38% ABV
- An individually numbered bottle
- Artwork inspired by Mexican street culture
- A worldwide outturn of 500 bottles
- Unboxed presentation
The product is listed as originating from Mexico and contains 1800 Silver Tequila beneath the limited-edition artwork.
Customers can shop 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila, browse the wider 1800 Tequila collection, or discover more bottles within HTFW’s full tequila range.
Who Is Daniel Cordas?
Daniel Cordas is a British artist and designer known particularly for his hand-painted trainers, streetwear customisation and highly detailed commercial artwork.
His style combines fashion, pop culture, bold colour and intricate surface decoration. Rather than treating trainers and clothing solely as functional objects, Cordas uses them as canvases for unique, hand-painted designs.
His work has been associated with:
- Bespoke trainers
- Streetwear design
- Floral patterns
- Brand collaborations
- Sports and music culture
- Pop-art influences
- Hand-painted luxury accessories
- Highly detailed customisation
The 1800 collaboration allowed Cordas to apply this approach to another highly recognisable object: the trapezoidal 1800 Tequila bottle.
The project was particularly well suited to his style because 1800 already has an established history of combining tequila with contemporary art and limited bottle design.
The 1800 and Daniel Cordas Collaboration
The limited bottle followed an earlier relationship between 1800 Tequila and Daniel Cordas.
Following a successful collaboration in 2021, the partners extended the project into a dedicated limited-edition bottle. Cordas created a colourful design inspired by Mexican street culture, agave and traditional folk-art influences.
The project resulted in:
- 500 individually numbered bottles
- A design launched specifically in the UK
- An original hand-painted artwork
- A digitised bottle design
- A one-of-a-kind hand-painted and signed bottle within the campaign
- Additional prizes including custom trainers and artwork
The launch was originally associated with Harrods in February 2022, underlining the premium and collectable positioning of the release.
What Inspired the Bottle Design?
The design was inspired by the colour and energy of Mexican street culture.
Cordas blended his signature floral work with references to Blue Weber agave and traditional folk-art motifs. The result pays tribute to Mexican visual culture without simply reproducing a conventional landscape or national symbol.
The artwork features:
- Bright, contrasting colours
- Floral forms
- Agave-inspired shapes
- Layered decorative patterns
- References to Mexican street art
- Folk-art symbolism
- Cordas’ recognisable hand-painted aesthetic
The HTFW description identifies the design as a colourful tribute combining floral patterns, agave references and folk-art symbolism.
This makes the artwork relevant to the liquid inside. Agave is not merely decorative; it is the raw material at the centre of tequila production.
Mexican Street Art and Folk-Art Influence
Mexico has a particularly rich relationship with public, decorative and political art.
Its visual traditions include:
- Large-scale murals
- Hand-painted signs
- Religious imagery
- Floral decoration
- Skeleton and skull symbolism
- Indigenous patterns
- Brightly coloured ceramics
- Papel picado
- Contemporary graffiti
- Urban illustration
Cordas’ design does not attempt to summarise every Mexican art form. Instead, it uses colour, flowers and agave to create a contemporary interpretation of Mexican street and folk culture.
The bottle therefore sits between several worlds:
- Traditional Mexican symbolism
- Modern street art
- British streetwear culture
- Luxury spirits packaging
- Functional bottle design
- Collectable artwork
Why Does 1800 Tequila Work with Artists?
1800 has a long history of using its bottles as canvases for artists.
The brand’s Essential Artists programme has produced multiple limited-edition designs, often working with illustrators, painters, designers and figures from street culture.
The distinctive 1800 bottle is particularly suited to this approach. Its broad front surface provides space for artwork, while its geometric form is immediately recognisable even when the normal label design is changed.
Artist collaborations help 1800 connect tequila with:
- Contemporary culture
- Streetwear
- Graphic design
- Music
- Collecting
- Limited releases
- Visual storytelling
The Daniel Cordas bottle belongs to this wider tradition while remaining unusually limited at just 500 examples.
HTFW also stocks other art-led releases when available, including the 1800 Essential Artists x Mike Skinner Limited Edition Silver Tequila.
The History of 1800 Tequila
1800 Tequila takes its name from the year commonly associated with tequila first being matured in oak and developing greater recognition as a distinct Mexican spirit.
The brand’s modern history dates to the introduction of its añejo tequila in 1967. It is connected with the Beckmann family, whose tequila-making heritage is also associated with José Cuervo, and is distributed internationally by Proximo Spirits.
The modern range includes expressions such as:
- 1800 Silver
- 1800 Reposado
- 1800 Añejo
- 1800 Cristalino
- 1800 Milenio
- 1800 Coconut
- Artist-series bottles
- Gift packs and special editions
The brand has built its identity around 100% Blue Weber agave, its distinctive bottle shape and a combination of traditional tequila production with contemporary presentation.
Why Is It Called 1800 Tequila?
The number 1800 refers to a period when tequila production became more established and oak maturation began to play a larger role in the category’s development.
The name is intended to communicate heritage rather than the foundation year of the modern brand itself.
This distinction matters because the current 1800 label did not exist as a consumer brand in the year 1800. Instead, the name connects the tequila with a formative stage in Mexican distilling history.
The 1800 Bottle Shape
The trapezoidal 1800 bottle is inspired by the stepped forms of ancient Mexican pyramids.
Its wide shoulders, sloping sides and solid base create a distinctive silhouette that is easily recognisable across the range.
The shape also works particularly well for art collaborations because it provides a broad and relatively flat surface.
On the Daniel Cordas edition, the usual bottle form becomes part of the artwork. The geometric structure contrasts with the flowing flowers, leaves and agave forms painted across its surface.
The bottle therefore combines:
- Architectural geometry
- Contemporary illustration
- Mexican heritage
- Practical spirits packaging
- Collectable design
What Is 1800 Silver Tequila?
1800 Silver is a clear, unaged tequila made from 100% Blue Weber agave.
Silver tequila is also commonly known as blanco or plata. It is bottled without extended barrel maturation, allowing the agave, fermentation and distillation character to remain prominent.
The Daniel Cordas bottle contains the same style of premium silver tequila associated with the wider 1800 range.
Typical characteristics include:
- Sweet cooked agave
- Citrus
- White pepper
- Light herbs
- Soft fruit
- A clean texture
- A fresh finish
The absence of prolonged oak ageing makes silver tequila particularly versatile in cocktails.
Is Silver Tequila the Same as Blanco?
Yes. Silver, blanco, plata and white tequila generally refer to the same broad unaged tequila category.
A blanco may be bottled shortly after distillation or rested briefly in stainless steel or another neutral vessel.
It does not spend enough time in oak to develop the colour and stronger vanilla or caramel character associated with reposado and añejo tequila.
Silver tequila is often the clearest expression of:
- Agave quality
- Cooking method
- Fermentation
- Distillation
- Mineral character
- Pepper and citrus
What Does 100% Blue Weber Agave Mean?
Tequila labelled as 100% agave must derive all of its fermentable sugars from Blue Weber agave.
Other tequila may be made as mixto, where a minimum of 51% of the sugar comes from agave and the remainder can come from other permitted sources.
The Daniel Cordas edition is filled with 1800 Silver produced from 100% Blue Weber agave. Contemporary bottle records also identify the tequila as using Highland Blue Weber agave and being double distilled.
The 100% agave statement helps preserve a clear profile of cooked agave, citrus, herbs and pepper.
What Is Blue Weber Agave?
Blue Weber agave is the only agave variety permitted for tequila production.
Its botanical name is Agave tequilana Weber var. azul.
The plant grows for several years before reaching maturity. During this period, it stores carbohydrates in its central heart, known as the piña.
When the plant is ready for harvesting, skilled workers known as jimadores remove the long leaves using a flat-bladed tool called a coa.
The trimmed piñas are then cooked, converting stored carbohydrates into fermentable sugars.
Blue Weber agave can produce flavours including:
- Roasted sweetness
- Citrus
- Black pepper
- Fresh herbs
- Earth
- Honey
- Green vegetables
- Light floral notes
Where Is 1800 Silver Made?
1800 Silver is produced in Mexico.
Tequila is a protected denomination and can only be made in authorised Mexican regions, with Jalisco forming the historic and commercial centre of the industry.
The HTFW listing identifies Mexico as the country of origin for the Daniel Cordas bottle.
Jalisco contains both the town of Tequila and extensive Blue Weber agave-growing areas.
How Is 1800 Silver Made?
Production begins with mature Blue Weber agave.
Harvesting
Jimadores remove the agave leaves and expose the central piña.
Cooking
The agave hearts are cooked, developing sweet roasted flavours and making their sugars available for fermentation.
Extraction
The cooked agave is crushed or milled to release its juice.
Fermentation
Yeast converts the agave sugars into alcohol and develops fruit, floral, herbal and spicy compounds.
Distillation
The fermented liquid is distilled to concentrate the alcohol and refine the tequila.
1800 Silver is double distilled before selected batches of white tequila are blended to create the final consistent profile.
Bottling
The tequila is reduced to its final 38% ABV and bottled without extended oak maturation.
For the Daniel Cordas edition, the tequila was filled into one of the 500 individually numbered art bottles.
Why Is the UK Bottle 38% ABV?
The Daniel Cordas Limited Edition is bottled at 38% ABV.
This is a common strength for tequila sold in the UK and European markets.
Tequila may appear at different strengths internationally, often including 38% and 40% ABV depending on the intended market and release.
The HTFW bottle contains 70cl at 38% ABV.
At this strength, the tequila retains enough agave and pepper to remain noticeable in cocktails while offering an approachable texture when served neat.
What Does 1800 Silver Taste Like?
1800 Silver has a clean and fresh profile centred on sweet agave, citrus and gentle pepper.
Appearance
Crystal clear and colourless.
Its transparency reflects the absence of extended oak ageing.
Nose
Sweet cooked agave leads, followed by lemon, lime and light floral notes.
White pepper and fresh herbs add structure, while subtle fruit provides a softer background.
Palate
Smooth and clean, with roasted agave, citrus and gentle black pepper.
Light sweetness develops through the middle of the palate, followed by herbs, mineral notes and a touch of tropical fruit.
Finish
Fresh and moderately warming.
Agave, citrus and pepper linger without the vanilla, caramel or tannin associated with aged tequila.
Is 1800 Silver Sweet?
It has a natural agave sweetness but is not a tequila liqueur.
The sweetness can suggest:
- Cooked agave
- Light honey
- Citrus fruit
- Roasted pineapple
- Soft floral notes
White pepper, herbs and alcohol provide balance.
Its clean sweetness makes it particularly effective in Margaritas because it works naturally with fresh lime and orange liqueur.
Is It Smoky?
No. 1800 Silver is not a smoky tequila.
Its profile focuses on:
- Fresh agave
- Citrus
- Pepper
- Herbs
- Light fruit
Smoky agave spirits are more commonly associated with mezcal, where agave may be roasted in underground pits.
Any roasted quality in 1800 Silver comes from cooked agave rather than intense smoke.
How Should You Drink the Daniel Cordas Edition?
The liquid can be enjoyed in the same way as standard 1800 Silver.
The branded glass included with the set makes a simple neat or over-ice serve particularly appropriate.
Neat
Pour a small measure into the included glass or a narrow tequila tasting glass.
Allow it to rest briefly and take small sips.
Over Ice
One large cube softens the pepper and brings forward the sweeter agave and citrus.
With Soda
Combine with chilled soda water, ice and lime for a clean, refreshing highball.
In a Margarita
Fresh lime and orange liqueur remain the classic pairing.
In a Paloma
Grapefruit soda provides bitterness and citrus that complement the fresh agave.
1800 Silver Margarita
Ingredients
- 50ml 1800 Silver Tequila
- 25ml orange liqueur
- 25ml fresh lime juice
- Ice
- Lime wedge
- Optional salt rim
Method
Shake the tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with lime.
The clean agave and citrus profile provides a classic and balanced Margarita.
Tommy’s Margarita
Ingredients
- 50ml 1800 Silver
- 25ml fresh lime juice
- 15ml agave syrup
- Ice
- Lime wheel
Method
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain over a fresh cube.
Removing the orange liqueur allows more of the agave to remain visible.
1800 Paloma
Ingredients
- 50ml 1800 Silver
- Pink grapefruit soda
- 15ml fresh lime juice
- Pinch of salt
- Ice
- Grapefruit wedge
Method
Fill a tall glass with ice.
Add the tequila, lime and salt before topping with grapefruit soda.
Stir gently and garnish with grapefruit.
1800 Ranch Water
Ingredients
- 50ml 1800 Silver
- 20ml fresh lime juice
- Sparkling mineral water
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Method
Add the tequila and lime to an ice-filled highball.
Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
This is one of the best serves for preserving the tequila’s clean agave profile.
Mexican Mule
Ingredients
- 50ml 1800 Silver
- 20ml fresh lime juice
- Chilled ginger beer
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Method
Fill a tall glass with ice.
Add the tequila and lime, then top with ginger beer.
Ginger adds warmth and spice while lime keeps the drink fresh.
Tequila Sunrise
Ingredients
- 50ml 1800 Silver
- 100ml orange juice
- 10ml grenadine
- Ice
- Orange slice
Method
Add tequila and orange juice to an ice-filled glass.
Pour in grenadine slowly so it settles towards the bottom.
Garnish with orange.
Is the Daniel Cordas Bottle Collectable?
Yes. It has clear collector appeal because only 500 individually numbered examples were created.
Its strongest points include:
- A declared 500-bottle outturn
- Individual numbering
- Daniel Cordas artwork
- A UK-specific collaboration
- A hand-painted original design
- Links with Mexican street art
- The established 1800 artist-series history
- A branded glass included by HTFW
- A discontinued release from 2022
The limited outturn is unusually small compared with many commercial artist-edition spirits bottles.
Each surviving bottle also has an identifiable place within the edition through its individual number.
Was Every Bottle Hand-Painted?
No. Daniel Cordas created the original artwork by hand, after which the design was digitised and reproduced across the 500-bottle edition.
One exceptional bottle within the campaign was individually hand-painted and signed by Cordas, making it a unique artwork separate from the regular numbered run.
The standard limited-edition bottles are still collectable, but they should not be described as each being individually hand-painted.
The accurate wording is:
- Original design painted by Daniel Cordas
- Design digitised for 500 bottles
- Each bottle individually numbered
- One separate one-of-a-kind hand-painted bottle created for the campaign
Does the Branded Glass Increase Its Gift Appeal?
Yes. The HTFW set includes an official 1800 glass alongside the 70cl limited-edition bottle.
The glass adds practical value because the recipient can open and enjoy the tequila immediately.
It also makes the product suitable for:
- Birthdays
- Art and design gifts
- Tequila collectors
- Streetwear enthusiasts
- Housewarmings
- Cocktail drinkers
- Limited-edition spirits collectors
- Daniel Cordas followers
- 1800 Tequila fans
The set is supplied unboxed, so the bottle artwork remains the main element of the presentation.
What Should Collectors Check?
Collectors should examine:
Individual Number
Confirm that the number is clearly visible and has not been altered.
Artwork Condition
Look for scratches, fading or label damage.
Seal and Closure
The closure should remain intact and undisturbed.
Fill Level
The tequila should show no evidence of leakage or unusual evaporation.
Glass
Retain the branded glass supplied with the HTFW edition.
Provenance
Keep purchase records, photographs and delivery documents.
Storage
Avoid prolonged sunlight, which can fade the colourful artwork.
A complete bottle and glass presentation will generally be more desirable than the bottle alone.
1800 Daniel Cordas vs Standard 1800 Silver
The tequila inside follows the established 1800 Silver style. The principal difference is the bottle presentation and limited outturn.
Standard 1800 Silver
- Regular core-range bottle
- 100% Blue Weber agave
- Clear silver tequila
- 38% ABV in the UK
- Designed primarily for drinking and cocktails
- Widely available
Daniel Cordas Limited Edition
- Same broad silver-tequila style
- Only 500 bottles
- Individually numbered
- Daniel Cordas artwork
- Mexican street-art inspiration
- Stronger collector appeal
- Supplied by HTFW with a branded glass
Choose the standard bottle when the primary aim is cocktail mixing.
Choose the Daniel Cordas edition when presentation, rarity and artwork are also important.
Daniel Cordas vs 1800 Essential Artists Editions
The Essential Artists series usually presents multiple designs by different artists across a wider collection.
The Daniel Cordas release is more focused.
It has:
- One named artist
- One central design
- A 500-bottle UK release
- Individual numbering
- A direct streetwear connection
- A one-off hand-painted campaign bottle
Both belong to 1800’s broader commitment to contemporary art, but the Cordas edition has an especially small and clearly documented outturn.
Is It a Good Gift?
1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila makes a particularly strong gift because it combines drinkability with genuine scarcity.
It is suitable for:
- Tequila enthusiasts
- Contemporary art collectors
- Streetwear fans
- Trainer collectors
- Daniel Cordas followers
- 1800 Tequila collectors
- Margarita drinkers
- Birthdays
- Housewarmings
- Limited-edition spirits gifts
The branded glass gives the recipient the choice of preserving the bottle or opening it for an immediate pour.
Should It Be Opened?
The decision depends on whether the bottle was purchased primarily as tequila or as a collectable object.
Open it when:
- The recipient values the drinking experience.
- The bottle marks a special occasion.
- It will be used for a tequila tasting.
- The owner wants to enjoy Margaritas or Palomas from the branded glass.
Keep it sealed when:
- It forms part of an 1800 artist collection.
- The individual number is important.
- Long-term display is the priority.
- The owner collects Daniel Cordas artwork.
- Completeness and condition are more important than tasting.
Opening the bottle will reduce its appeal to collectors seeking sealed examples, although the empty artwork bottle can still remain an attractive display piece.
How Should It Be Stored?
Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark and stable environment.
Avoid:
- Direct sunlight
- Radiators
- Excessive heat
- Large temperature changes
- Damp conditions
- Abrasive contact with other bottles
- Handling the printed design unnecessarily
The colourful artwork should be protected from ultraviolet light and scratches.
Keep the branded glass separately wrapped when not in use.
Tequila does not continue ageing in the bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition?
It is an individually numbered art bottle containing 1800 Silver Tequila and featuring a design by Daniel Cordas.
How many bottles were produced?
Only 500 bottles were created.
Is each bottle numbered?
Yes. Every bottle in the 500-bottle run is individually numbered.
Was every bottle hand-painted?
No. Cordas created the original design by hand before it was digitised for the 500-bottle edition.
Was there a hand-painted bottle?
Yes. One unique bottle was individually painted and signed as part of the campaign.
What inspired the design?
Mexican street art, folk-art traditions, floral patterns and agave imagery inspired the artwork.
Who is Daniel Cordas?
He is a British artist and designer known for hand-painted trainers, streetwear and detailed custom artwork.
What tequila is inside?
The bottle contains 1800 Silver Tequila made from 100% Blue Weber agave.
What is the alcohol strength?
It is bottled at 38% ABV.
What size is the bottle?
The bottle contains 70cl.
Where is it made?
The tequila is produced in Mexico.
Does it include a glass?
Yes. The HTFW set includes one branded 1800 glass.
Does it come in a box?
The HTFW listing identifies the product as unboxed.
Is it a blanco tequila?
Yes. Silver and blanco describe the same broad unaged tequila style.
Is it 100% agave?
Yes. It contains 1800 Silver made from 100% Blue Weber agave.
What does it taste like?
Expect sweet cooked agave, citrus, gentle pepper, light herbs and soft fruit.
Is it smoky?
No. It is a fresh, clean silver tequila rather than a smoky agave spirit.
Can it be drunk neat?
Yes. It can be served neat, chilled or over ice.
Is it good in a Margarita?
Yes. Its fresh agave and citrus profile makes it particularly suitable for Margaritas.
What is the best mixer?
Soda water, grapefruit soda and ginger beer all work well.
Is it collectable?
Yes. Its 500-bottle outturn, individual numbering and artist-designed presentation give it genuine collector appeal.
Is it guaranteed to rise in value?
No. Future values depend on demand, condition, completeness and the wider market.
Is it a good gift?
Yes. It is particularly suitable for tequila drinkers, streetwear fans, contemporary art collectors and Daniel Cordas followers.
Why the 1800 Daniel Cordas Edition Stands Out
The collaboration succeeds because the artwork and tequila share the same central subject: agave and Mexican culture.
Cordas did not simply cover an existing bottle with unrelated graphics. The floral patterns, agave references and folk-art influences connect directly with the origins of the spirit inside.
The release also combines several types of appeal:
- A premium 100% agave tequila
- A recognised artist collaboration
- A vibrant display bottle
- A clearly stated 500-bottle outturn
- Individual numbering
- A UK-specific launch
- A branded drinking glass
- A connection with 1800’s wider artist-series history
For the drinker, the silver tequila remains versatile and approachable.
For the collector, the edition is scarce enough to feel genuinely distinct from mass-market special packaging.
For the art and streetwear enthusiast, it captures Daniel Cordas’ recognisable visual style on an unusual three-dimensional canvas.
Buy 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila
1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila combines premium Mexican silver tequila with an individually numbered bottle designed by British artist Daniel Cordas.
Inspired by Mexican street culture, the colourful artwork brings together Cordas’ signature floral patterns, agave references and traditional folk-art symbolism. The original hand-painted design was digitised across a strictly limited run of only 500 bottles.
Inside is a 70cl bottle of 1800 Silver Tequila at 38% ABV, offering fresh cooked agave, citrus, herbs and gentle pepper. The HTFW presentation also includes a branded 1800 glass.
Enjoy it neat from the included glass, serve it over ice or use it to create a fresh Margarita, Paloma or Ranch Water.
Shop 1800 Daniel Cordas Limited Edition Silver Tequila, explore the complete 1800 Tequila collection, or discover more bottles within HTFW’s wider premium tequila range.
