XA9/32A | The aroma hits with oak, warmed nuts (walnuts, almonds, and pecans), layered with molasses, caramel, and vanilla. A consistent ethyl bite cuts through the sweetness, keeping the nose from becoming overly rich. On the palate: bold notes of pink floral perfume and an unusual soapy pink Dubble Bubble gum character arrive immediately, intertwined with spicy pepper, cherry, clove, whiskey, and prominent oak. A mellow heat, reminiscent of sweet peppers but without any vegetal tone, builds across the palate, with all of the flavors competing for attention immediately at once. The finish lingers with persistent pink floral notes, reminiscent of rose, alongside enduring oak. This barrel pick’s taste is bold and feminine.

XA9/53A | 46.9% ABV

XA9/53A | This nine-year-aged extra añejo tequila (46.9% abv - Barrel 53A) exudes a rich, dark amber glow, offering an intriguing dance of flavors reminiscent of bourbon. Aromas of caramel and vanilla greet the senses, while the taste unfolds with a symphony of oak, toffee, and a subtle spiciness. Silky and sophisticated, it blurs the lines between tequila and bourbon, creating a unique sipping experience for those that enjoy an oak-forward profile.

XA9/32A | Agave shines even after being aged for 9 years. Rich caramel and butterscotch on the nose. First hit to the palate is agave, oak and an overlay of caramel. Nice long minty, fruity finish. I’m really enjoying this one! Barrel 32A ABV 49.9.

XA9/17A | Barrel 17A: The stand out difference to this barrel is the baking spices, cinnamon, clove-ish palate. Oak influence is obviously still there. I feel like the finish on this is longer than the 5A every though the abv is lower than the 5A

XA9/05A | I have quite a few SiB samples will update as I go. Barrel 5A: Nose is has a heavy oak influence and a little agave on it not too much but where this one is different or what stands out to me is the anise on the palate. Didn’t see that in what ppl got but it was really heavy. Now I’m interested in drinking them all tonight.