The latest ratings from our members.
“Nose - agave, vanilla, barrel spices dried stone fruit Palate - cooked agave, caramel, vanilla, barrel spices, dried fruits”
More info →“Nose - Agave, vanilla, cinnamon. barrel spices Palate - cooked agave, caramel, cinnamon, barrel spices, and honey”
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Lost Lore Valley Blanco
“Nose - cooked agave, vegetal, mint, cinnamon Palate - very similarvto nose cooked agave, vegetal, mint, cinnamon”
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El Mexicano Tequila Añejo
“Nose - agave, caramel. vanilla slight citrus Palate - very similar to nose, cooked. agave, vanilla, caramel, pepper but also a hint of cocoa, and toffee”
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Teremana Tequila Blanco
“fake sweet vainilla caramel spices citrus maybe for cocktail”
More info →“Nose is slightly medicinal when first poured but opens up after several minutes in that Chisolm Trail high-proof jarrito, which is my preferred glassware for 45% ABV and above. All the barrels contribute to a melange of aromas carried by the 48% ethanol. Dark pittted fruit, cherry compote or cherries jubilee come to mind. In the mouth this has a very forward spice from the yeast and the high ABV, a medium mouthfeel and some nice flavors from the assorted barrels along with some roast agave, though it is in danger of being overwhelmed by the resting in multiple vessels. Nice lip buzz on the finish rounds out this all too rare high proof Reposado. High proof Blanco dominate releases but Reposado is trying to catch up. ”
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Tierra de Ensueño Tequila Blanco
“I really enjoy this barrel rested blanco! Rich cooked agave & vegetal aroma, with hints of citrus, cinnamon, pepper & very slight oak & possibly lime. Similar flavors with medium mild cinnamon finish. I don’t get any pepper in the finish at all. In our Maestros Del Agave class, Grover really stressed that we need to pour this one 15+ minutes early and let it breathe to enjoy all the aromas and flavors. I definitely recommend trying this one. ”
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Fortaleza Añejo
“The value for me is relative to the retail price, unfortunately this products price varies wildly across the distribution areas.”
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Carabuena Tequila Añejo
“Nose has a nice balance of savory and sweetness. Leather, oak, date, molasses, roasted nuts, semi sweet chocolate, honey grahams, agave and vanilla. Taste is almost identical to the nose. Add notes of cherry, tobacco, berries, nuymwg and a more intense pepperiness. Mouthfeel is very light. Finish is one the shorter side with nice notes of molasses, rye bread and a hint of vanilla.”
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Calle 23 Blanco
“L1013D1LC Tasted in preparation (rather my own delusions) of acquiring criollo el dos at msrp (there’s the delusion.) my first impression was not good, acetone and maybe even a little lactic on the nose and palette. I was scared, could Calle 23, the makers of the so called goat blanco (criollo ) not have a good base blanco? but once I got past the neck of the bottle my fears were assuaged. While the nose doesn’t open up a ton until the bottom of the bottle and still has a heavy alcohol presence without agave in the background it becomes a uniquely complex blanco with notes of anise and pepper, and a tinge of rubber/ waxiness that give it this almost peppermint licorice like taste. For around $40 this is a very solid blanco for those looking for something a little different profile wise but still very much tequila. I hope I can somehow get my hands on criollo dos and will seek out the other Calle 23 expressions as I see them. ”
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Nosotros Tequila Reposado
“On the nose I immediately get hit with oak, cola, fruits and butterschotch. Then there are subtle notes of agave, clove, ginger, vanilla, brown sugar, white pepper and walnut. Taste is well balanced. Notes of caramel, oak, vanilla and brown sugar are front and center. The background notes are honey, sweet green tea, barrel spice, agave and black pepper. Mouthfeel is watery but it does coat well. Finish is a bit short with quick notes of honey, oak and butter. The move to 1621 definitely made a great change in this Reposado. ”
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Carabuena Tequila Reposado
“Aromas of Sweet agave, soft oak, fresh cut flowers, cucumber, vanilla, caramel, pepper and olive brine Taste begins with warm notes of agave, pepper, oak and baking spice. Then come lighter notes of honey, spearmint, orange zest and butter. Mouthfeel is oily but thin. The finish is nice and warm with notes of pepper, honey, rose water and anise.”
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El Mayor Blanco
“Aroma is faint Flavors of sweet agave, and hints of pepper Finishes cleanly with notes of pepper and cooked agave. Value is great for about $25 USD. My only concern is that this tastes unnaturally sweet. It's not an artificial sweetness to me. But, I didn't think that tequila would be naturally this sweet. So I'm not sure if this is from an additive or abocado. Still, it's a very decent tequila at a great price.”
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