JT A. rated 4141d ago

Crotalo Tequila Extra Añejo Reserva (5 yr.)

79 SCORE

“Heavy charred barrel influence and campfire on the nose. Lots of smoke reminiscent of rustic mezcal. A little bit of cooked agave presence can be detected but not much. Lacks balance for my personal taste.”

JT A. rated 4142d ago

Patrón Extra Añejo 7 Años

90 SCORE

“The wood is obviously the star in this 7 year extra Anejo. Dark copper in color, the slow thick legs coat the glass. Cedar, caramelized banana & vanilla on the nose. Full mouthfeel on entry with lots of butter cake followed by cigar box & leather. The finish again features cedar notes with molasses and wood resin. The slightly astringent resinous finish is the only thing that knocks this tequila down a few points for me personally. Overall a very unique and solid offering in this rare class of extra long aged anejos by Patron. Definitely worth trying and collecting.”

JT A. rated 4467d ago

Tapatio Excelencia Extra Añejo (Lot 1, MX only)

93 SCORE

“Dark amber/copper color with thick legs. Spiced apple, cigar box & pumpkin spice on the nose. Mouthfeel explodes on palate and sides of tongue but not overly oily. Caramelized pear, custard, & cooked agave predominate the flavor profile. Finish is long with heavy cedar & cognac notes.”

JT A. rated 4672d ago

Partida Añejo

40 SCORE

“Medicinal metallic nose. Very thin body overall with a high bitterness. Acrid finish that resembles paint thinner. Unbelievably poor :-/”

JT A. rated 4673d ago

Corazon Añejo Tequila

46 SCORE

“Not much to say here but "meh". Aroma is almost non-existent (slightly fruity but with solvent). Somewhat sweet on entry with caramel custard but hot with a burning bitter finish. Too many defects here to be worthy of repurchase :-/”

JT A. rated 4675d ago

El Tesoro Tequila Añejo

75 SCORE

“Fairly decent anejo offering from El Tesoro. The aroma is faint but features toasted almond, vanilla & sweet potato. Flavor profile is masked by a higher than expected alcohol burn. Caramel agave, oak & a hint of smoke noted. Finish is fairly short with alcohol & black pepper notes. ”

JT A. rated 4682d ago

1921 Añejo

75 SCORE

“Straw colored anejo with fast legs. Aroma is lacking in volume and alcohol predominates. Slight cooked agave flavors with a faint hint of vanilla show up on palate but then get shut down by a mediocre bitter finish with lingering burn.”

JT A. rated 4684d ago

Man in Black Reposado

87 SCORE

“Wow...the anejo was great & this reposado is even more impressive. Paid $25 on close out & now I'm sad because it may be going away. Incredible vanilla butter cake nose. Mouthfeel is thick with caramel apple flavors rounded by a bit of sweet almond. Creamy body fades to a slight leather oak leading to a smooth long finish. The only thing I find wanting is a bit more agave and vegetal note balance but that is nit picking. If you like Don Julio 1942 at $100 you will love this tequila at $25.”

JT A. rated 4686d ago

Man in Black Añejo

84 SCORE

“I bought this tequila on close out at $25.00 per bottle. I noticed that this NOM 1420 has many different labels but not many ratings. This honey colored anejo has slow unbroken legs & great visual clarity. Big time aromas of vanilla custard, cooked agave & candied pecan are awesome. Nice mouth coating body delivers butterscotch, sweet potato & caramel followed by a light cigar box & baking spice finish. Overall a great tequila from a NOM I have overlooked. I will be trying more of their products soon!”

JT A. rated 4687d ago

Siete Leguas Blanco

63 SCORE

“Wow... I am in the minority here but I'm really unimpressed with this blanco. Fast broken legs with very little fruit or agave on the nose, just a faint hint of alcohol & smoke. Thin mouthfeel, bitter off flavors & an alkaloid finish. Not what I would expect from 7 Leguas. ”

JT A. rated 4689d ago

Ambhar Reposado

70 SCORE

“Alcohol gets in the way of a rich, buttery agave nose. Mouthfeel is a bit thin but features some vanilla & leather flavors. Finish is extended but with an acetone defect. Mixed bag in a pretty bottle :-|”