Nose: Caramel and vanilla jump out first, followed by some honey and a pretty clear oak presence. There’s a noticeable hit of ethanol that doesn’t completely blow out the nose, but it’s there. Palate & Mouthfeel: Oak-forward with some black pepper and caramel in the mix. A little agave peeks through, but it’s faint. Medium body overall. There’s also a leathery bitterness that hangs in the background. It’s not totally off putting, but definitely noticeable. Finish: Peppery and dry, with a lingering bitterness that keeps it from feeling clean. Final Thoughts: Honestly, not nearly as bad as some of the TMM reviews had me bracing for. It’s not complex or layered, and the bitterness gives it a slightly rough edge, but it doesn’t veer into offensive territory. Just kind of a one note, oaky pour with some weird quirks. Manageable, but forgettable.

Aromas of alcohol, light citrus and some agave sweetness. Somewhat neutral overall. Sweet across the palate, some lime citrus, muted at first but with a burst of sweetness at the end. Some alcohol notes and heat on the finish, as well as a lingering sweetness. Overall it was better than I expected. Perhaps not the best for sipping but would go perfectly well in a mixed drink. If there are any additives they are background elements, this still very much tastes like a blanco tequila.

Update: From memory, There are flavors of caramel and slight citrus but overall the ethanol is far too scathing and overpowering for me to enjoy and right away I felt a slight headache occur which was an alarming phenomenon to me. There is a sweetness that I could not readily identify due to the scathing alcohol dominance. I personally do not see myself revisiting this drink.