This is a bottle of tequila that personifies the meaning of ABV influence, a term I use in my Fuerte Fanatic rating scale. So how you might ask…. I have tried this tequila at almost every ABV between 40 and 54 - which this landed on. The difference in nose and palate at these ABVs was very pronounced. If this would have been bottled at the 52 ABV my score would not be this high. Additionally, a higher ABV isn’t always the trick to better tequila. In fact, my contention is that there is the right ABV for a tequila and finding it is what makes a huge difference. This tequila on the nose is agave forward, bold citrus, earthy with minerality. It has what I love most in a tequila profile. Even though this is 54ABV, very little alcohol on the nose. On the palate, sweet agave. Not overly sweet but a balanced sweet. The citrus comes through in both orange and lime. It has that light earthy taste that I enjoy. A touch of minerality and a hint of pepper. The mouthfeel is quite pleasant and the finish is balanced and lasting. The price on this tequila is very nice for the product you are getting. Definitely a top HP for me. I’m loving this one. A sizable step up from their standard blanco. Great job Cultura 100!

Sample provided by Matt Cavanugh from Agave Swappers, awesome group check them out.

Sample provided by Matt Cavanaugh from Agave Swappers, check them out, awesome group

On the nose, I pick up cooked agave, vanilla, light oak, and a touch of green apple that adds a refreshing brightness. The palate opens with sweet cooked agave layered with caramel, cinnamon, and warm baking spices. As it develops, the flavors deepen, and the finish lingers with a pleasant mix of subtle sweetness, oak, and a clean note of cinnamon that ties everything together beautifully. This is a standout reposado offered at a fair price, and I’m genuinely excited to see what Cultura 100 creates in the future. I’m definitely a fan.