Aromatic citrus up front, earthy undertones of herbal cooked agave, sage, and a slight bit of lime, grass, and brine. On the palate, lots of bright citrus, as well as a good amount of minerality coupled with black pepper and some vegetal sweetness, vibrant and flavorful. The finish is somewhat thin, but still leaves a clean blend of citrus, earthy black pepper, sage, and a light bitterness at the tail end.
Wow! Spicy with sweet cooked agave, and a great finish that lingers for awhile. Citrus and white pepper compliment the sweet cooked agave. If you get too much heat just let it open up 10 to 15 minutes and enjoy!
Bright minerality and wet earth open the experience, alongside clean agave and a hint of citrus. Floral notes lift the profile, while cinnamon adds a soft spice. There’s a subtle fermentative brightness - likely from the use of IPA style beer yeast, that lends a faint bready, yeasty character, adding complexity and a lively aromatic edge. Palate & Mouthfeel: Thin but oily, the palate showcases agave front and center. Floral tones emerge first, then shift to black pepper, generous cinnamon, and a whisper of anise. The IPA yeast contributes a slight fruitiness and faint hoppiness in the background, enhancing perceived brightness and layering alongside the citrus, minerality, and earthy notes. Finish: Spicy yet balanced, the finish carries cinnamon and pepper that gradually fade into lingering agave sweetness. There’s a faint, unique yeast driven tang that adds intrigue without overpowering, while a touch of alcohol provides energy and lift. The earth and citrus notes persist, giving the finish a clean, textured vibrancy. Final Thoughts: The nose shows heat, but the palate is unmistakably agave-forward. IPA style yeast adds a subtle fruitiness and fermentative brightness that enhances complexity. Spice lingers on the finish, balanced with agave and a trace of alcohol, making this tequila expressive, lively, and thoroughly engaging.
Vessel: Glencairn Nose: Black Pepper, Citrus, Earth, Papaya, Melon, Agave Palate: Cream Soda, Marshmallow Root, Agave Black Pepper Finish: Earth, Limestone, Honey, Cream Soda, I can't really say anything bad about this one. It's got character from start to finish that doesn't seem to let up. The nose gives off sweeter, earthier, fruitier vibes, where as the palate and finish give off sweeter and slightly herbal vibes. The way many of us often review tequilas sheds light on 3 stages (Nose, Palate/Taste, Finish); this feels like 2-2.5 stages because the palate and the finish remain so true to each other, outside of a couple of very minor nuances; it feels like they are almost one piece of the experience. Cachasol doesn't try to be overly complex. It knows exactly what it is and it does it well. This may not be the profile I reach for everytime, but I would be particularly remiss if I didn't speak on its boldness, and quality. Definitely recommended to anyone who prefers a sweet and earthy profile!
Cachasol epic strength blanco Nayarit agave. Sayulita distillery. Uses IPA yeast! ABV 48 Sample from Brian Hames, Agave Swappers Nose agave cinnamon mint anise pepper Palate agave cinnamon with some minerality Finish Overall i really like this, even better than their 40ABV blanco, which is also delicious.
Deep, earthy, and vegetal aromas meld with sage and a good dose of black pepper. Continues into a pleasant, damp minerality, while the vegetal aromas become more identifiable as cucumber primarily. In the palate the flavors are heavily vegetal, with herbal sage coupled with that same earthiness from the aroma, as well as a slight blend of salinity and cooked agave. The flavors continue into the finish, with a sudden hit of strong black pepper that fades into a long lasting mix of vegetal sweetness and herbal sage, quite nice for a higher proof tequila.