#1137 Nose: Initial fruit and pepper, fade to caramel and potting soil aromas. There is a prominent (over the top) vanilla/honey nougat aroma that reminds me of a Big Hunk Candy bar. Flavor: The pepper element found in the aromas, has come back with a vengeance in tasting, accompanied by some brininess. There is cloying, thick sweetness that carries a very strange bitter note. I rarely say “take a pass” on a tequila, but you can skip this one.

NOM 1137, Armero reposado Ultra, Mexican 35% abv. version, lote: L-10111610, bottled on 27-07-2017, tasted on 4-17-24. Color: yellow. Aroma: vanilla, light wood note, light caramel, creamy & buttery. Palate: vanilla sweetness that is creamy and buttery quickly dissipates and a bitter and light astringent sensation follows, alcohol sensation is medium to medium high despite its low abv. Finish is medium to medium long, creamy and buttery vanilla, light bitterness with a hint of raw agave aroma persists.