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Nose: Agave is still present up front, but it’s quickly framed by oak. Cinnamon and vanilla give it a warm, dessert leaning edge, while a light yeast note prevents the barrel from feeling overly polished. Palate & Mouthfeel: Agave shows first, though it doesn’t linger long before oak takes over. Caramel and vanilla add sweetness without tipping into syrupy territory, and black pepper cuts through with a gentle firmness. The mouthfeel is rounded and composed, clearly shaped by extended time in wood. Finish: Barrel spice settles in and hangs on, joined by cinnamon and a final echo of agave. The oak influence carries the finish more than the spirit itself. Final Thoughts: This is a well made, confident extra añejo with clear craftsmanship. The barrel influence is pronounced and well integrated, but it pushes a bit further than my personal preference, edging out some of the agave character I tend to look for.
Nose: Raw agave comes through first, fresh and green, with a pronounced briny note close behind. Minerality anchors the nose, while black pepper brings light tension. Mint, dry hay, and a bright citrus note lift things just enough to keep things balanced. Palate & Mouthfeel: Cooked agave arrives with a surprisingly thin texture. Jalapeño pepper adds fresh heat, supported by citrus and black pepper. Minerality carries through the palate, and a subtle petrichor note adds depth without distracting from the core flavors. Finish: Spice builds slowly, leaving a pleasing warmth and gentle tingling as it fades. The overall impression stays clean and direct, with nothing lingering out of place. Final Thoughts: Other 7L expressions have felt well made but a bit flat for me, but this one lands differently. It’s confident in its restraint, delivering clarity and balance without excess. Quite delicious, worth seeking out, and easy to keep around as a sipper. Outstanding in its simplicity and quality.
N- Green agave, grass, brine, very vegetal, a little citrus T- Cooked agave, peppery heat but surprisingly mellow considering the proof, the vegetal notes and the herbs are standouts here MF- thin and dry F- a little tingling heat and a long grassy finish V- $60/700ml in Michigan makes this a pretty good value for what you get Overall I am absolutely in love with this. I love notes of brine and grass and this fits the bill
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Nose: Vibrant cooked agave, pepper, mineral Palate: Wow! Mouth punch of cooked agave and the pepper brings warmth followed by minerals and brine/salt! Finish: Heat escalates softly with a lot of complexity and the finish lingers so well! Final Thoughts: They knocked it out of the park with this one. Significantly better than the standard blanco. If you find it, get it!