The latest ratings from our members.
Zumbador Tequila Blanco
“Half the cost of some of the best tequila in the world without missing out on any of the flavors. High quality, flavorful, agave forward with bright citrus notes. A tequila that you can sip on or mix into a cocktail without regrets. ”
More info →“Nice balanced blend of agave and fruit. Slight bitter finish dissipates after a bit of aeration. Enjoyed this one.”
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Fortaleza Blanco (Still Strength)
“Lote 28-S I think if you find it try it. Buy it . It’s highly rated for a reason. On the nose Cooked agave citrus herbs I don’t get too much fruitiness. Tasting notes buttery , rich agave ,peppery and agave forward . Creamy texture. But you know it’s a high proof. Finish intense agave forward peppery and if you come across near Msrp it’s worth it . ”
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Tequila G4 Blanco Madera (Lot 04)
“One of the top High Proof Blancos. And Felipe doesn’t disappoint . At 45% Abv more body and flavor. On the nose sweetness of the cooked agave. Green apple and zest. The taste long lasting . Rich cooked agave.creamy mouthfeel cinnamon herbs and the pepper to finish. A slight Tingle not burning but you know it’s there. The finish long lasting . Spicy clean and the tingle sweet agave . G4 Madera is amazing ”
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Siete Leguas "Siete Décadas" Blanco
“Intense cooked agave. Creamy texture. I get herbs and citrus on palette. The finish is peppery and sweet agave . By far one of my favorite high proof blancos. It’s up there with Fuentesca 2018 and the new 2020. I think if you find it grab it won’t be disappointed. ”
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El Ateo Añejo Ultra Premium
“For the price point alone worth having in the collection. On the nose Cooked agave vanilla and cinnamon. The taste pepper, baking spices and little honey. I don’t get too much fruit. The color would make you think you’re going to get a lot barrel influence but very good. $59.99 at total wine. Insane deal and worth having ”
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Volans Reposado
“Volans Reposado very smooth . For the price and availability very great bottle. Easy sipper. Smooth and cinnamon and very light oak. Hints of vanilla but not overpowering. Great finish. ”
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Tequila Chismé Blanco
“Tried at Sabor Chicago pre-party. Was a tiny neck pour. Need to revisit. Extra points for value. ”
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Casa Mate Tequila Platinum
“Alcohol on nose. Maybe it needs to open. Minerality agave pepper palate. Coffee?”
More info →“Aroma: 23/25 Great nose. Doesn’t have the wow impact to be higher. Great cooked agave Palate: 27/30 Finish: 24/25 Long agave goodness with a subtle sweetness. Mild numbing effect Value: 7/10 $75 in San Francisco ”
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Fortaleza Blanco
“Actually lote 204. Not in AMM yet. Nice all around. So balanced and good. The aroma does have an extra citrus burst and the taste has a bit more black pepper than most batches. Lovely. ”
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Tierra de Ensueño Tequila Blanco
“Agave, citrus, spices, grass Aroma:22 Taste: 27 Finish: 22 Value: 7 $60 Max’s spirits Overall: 88 Great reminded me of earlier batches. ”
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Cazcanes No. 7 Añejo
“a good but overpriced Anejo. agave, caramel apple, mint, minerals. ”
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Teremana Tequila Blanco
“Nose: Artificially sweet cooked agave, dominant rubbing alcohol vapor, strong medicinal vanilla, and faint wet cardboard. Palate: Flat and thin with a chemical-tasting citrus peel, synthetic sugar sweetness, bitter metallic tang, and a harsh peppery burn. Finish: Abrupt and rough, leaving a cloying artificial vanilla sweetness and a sharp, unpleasant throat scratch. Overall: Teremana Blanco feels like a mass-produced celebrity gimmick that prioritizes Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's marketing over actual quality. Despite the buzzwords about brick ovens and copper stills, the distillate tastes overly engineered, unnatural, and aggressively harsh. It is completely unsuited for sipping neat, and its bitter, metallic edge easily overpowers even a standard Margarita.”
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Arette Artesenal Blanco Suave
“Nose: Prominent cooked agave, fresh mint, crisp citrus zest, and a distinct herbal, grassy undertone. Palate: Notes of sweet agave, black pepper, vegetal brine, and a unique hint of tropical lychee fruit. Finish: Crisp, clean, and balanced with a lingering peppery warmth and cooling minerality. Overall: An exceptional, additive-free lowlands tequila. Six months of stainless steel aeration gives this bottle a remarkably velvety texture. It masterfully balances savory brine with subtle fruit, making it a benchmark sipping blanco for enthusiasts.”
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Atanasio Reposado
“This has a medium amber in the glass. It is a bit darker than expected considering it is only in the barrel for 3 months. Aroma of cooked agave, vanilla, oak, cinnamon, citrus and baking spice. Flavor of cooked agave, black pepper, oak, vanilla, cinnamon and citrus. Medium finish. Price was approximately $50 in Mexico.”
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