Horno-2023-3 Nose: The nose opens with a deep wave of cooked agave. Anise and peppermint add a cool, sharp edge, while citrus brings a bright lift. There’s a floral note tucked in there, soft and fragrant, balanced by a peppery kick that hints at the bold profile waiting underneath. Palate & Mouthfeel: Slick but thin on the palate, the texture actually complements the bold spice that follows. Cooked agave leads the charge, followed by a rush of pepper and anise that lights things up. It’s bright, warm, and unapologetically spicy. A touch of pine sneaks in, maybe more herbaceous than resinous, adding a green, fresh layer. The citrus reappears just enough to keep things lifted and balanced. Finish: The finish is long, spicy, and fully saturated with agave. It’s persistent without being overwhelming, and the spice lingers. Final Thoughts: Bold, bright, and deeply rooted in agave, this is one for those who like their tequila expressive and a little fiery.
thank you to Cody lundquist for the sample. I enjoyed this expression. immediately, I got fruit, chocolate, alcohol and yeast on the nose. the palate was similar. I also got a strong presence of chocolate, agave and earthy notes with mild alcohol and pepper on the finish. rated 87 pts 10/2024 tasted blind in the TMM high-proof blinds rated 88 pts adusting rating to 88
HORNO 2022-3, 80%abv, NOM 1468, RESTED 10 MINUTES N- AGAVE, OLIVE, LIME, EARTH, ANISE T- SWEET AGAVE, JALAPENO, LEMON, OLIVE, VEGETAL MF- OILY F- LONG, SOFT, AND WONDERFUL I HATE THE GLASS CORKED BOTTLE BUT I LOVE EVERYTHING ELSE ABOUT THIS OTHER THAN NOT BEING AVAILABLE IN MICHIGAN
High-proof tequilas, once only for hardcore drinkers, are now being released at a steady pace. Why?
As we begin a new month, we like to recap the bottles we poured on repeat from the month before.
This one is earthy with cinnamon, pepper and anise. Not as thick or sweet as some but a nice over proof. You will definitely get some burn with this one though.