Cooked agave dominates the aromatic profile, while the ethyl remains restrained and complementary. Petrichor follows closely, layered with a trace of charred smoke, light white blossom tone, and a gentle thread of grassiness that adds freshness. On the palate, the agave arrives with intensity. Faint lime citrus provides a subtle flash of brightness before giving way to an enveloping, buttery richness. Petrichor remains a constant throughline, joined by light wood tones, soft earth, soft salinity, soft lime citrus. and a lift of freshness that keeps the profile balanced on the palate. The ethyl is impressively muted, allowing the spirit’s oily texture to fully carry and amplify each flavor across the palate. The finish tapers slowly, led by lingering butteriness and sweet cooked agave, with only a whisper of petrichor remaining as it fades.
Vegetal nose. Decent palate
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Ok! I know people want to find lot 200, but don’t pass on 199! Great aroma but the taste is where this lote shines—extra buttery even creamy. The aroma is fantastic and reminds me of being near the hornos when they are unloaded.