Sampled at El Buho September 2018

Nose: First impression brings light “woody” oak, rich agave, and dark dried fruit - primarily raisins, and prunes. Next comes assertive aromas of green cardamom pods and allspice. Vanilla rounds out the nosing. Flavors: Fiery barrel spices and velvety butterscotch juxtaposed. White pepper gives another notch of heat to the profile. There is a slight aftertaste of bitter oak. Finish: Creamy vanilla, caramel and kicking cardamom heat. It catches your attention.

Nose: Cinnamon and brown sugar on warm buttered toast, topped with almond & vanilla spiked whipped cream. Delicate ripe agave notes with light pepper. Flavor: Semi oily with pronounced pepper upon first tasting; as well as a slight soapy cilantro nuance present. Fruitiness emerges as it opens up, with creamy anise and “hottish” cinnamon. Maybe even a hint of dill. It is an intriguing flavor profile. Finish: Very balanced. It is thick and sweet, but in a natural inviting way. The finish continues to have that slightly soapy taste, but not as a flaw. Lingering pepper, vanilla and almond paste.