Nom 1600(mentioned because the old nom was 1477 and made many nondescript brands) Hoping the new nom (which only makes this one product) is a step up. Nice golden color with some legs upon swirling. I let this open for 15 minutes. The aroma is caramel with alcohol back upon a deeper inhale. I didn’t catch agave. The flavor was a caramel and vanilla combo. A bit of licorice on later sips. The finish was more of the caramel/vanilla with a hint of alcohol (not an alarming amount but it is present.) The finish lingers and is sweeter than I prefer. (The legs are still present at this point) I’ll probably use this as a nicer mixer or for friends who go for sweet but not overly sweet .

Don Elias tasting at monterey tequila fest I was skeptical when I tried this brand. it wasnt as bad as i expected. Made in arenal. only one brand made at this distillery I like the blanco and anejo better than the repo. Repo is a sweet. XA is SUPER SWEET NOT GOOD this is probably not for aficionados but could be an easy sipper for newbies

Rich flavor, smooth, slightly syrupy

sweet aroma, great taste. very good sipping tequila