Michael G. rated 8d ago

General Gorostieta Blanco High Proof

91 SCORE

“The aroma opens with sweet cooked agave, a touch of cinnamon, and light citrus. A noticeable alcohol note reflects the higher proof, while subtle minerality and earthy notes add depth without overpowering the nose. On the palate, the mouthfeel is rich and coating, lingering nicely. Cooked agave leads, followed by black pepper, pronounced minerality, and a distinctly briny, almost wet-cement note that gives it a unique character. The briny quality is much stronger on the palate than on the nose, with a touch of mint and well-integrated alcohol throughout. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering cooked agave, black pepper, minerality, and that signature briny note. The warmth sticks around without becoming harsh, making this an enjoyable and memorable high-proof blanco. ”

Michael G. rated 10d ago

Partida Añejo

85 SCORE

“The aroma opens with cooked agave, caramel, vanilla, and butter, followed by oak and black pepper. There's a nice warmth from the cinnamon and butterscotch that rounds everything out without overpowering the agave. On the palate, cooked agave stays front and center with layers of vanilla, caramel, oak, and black pepper. The butter note gives it a smooth, creamy mouthfeel, while the cinnamon adds just enough spice to keep it interesting. The finish is long and lingering, carrying the oak, pepper, and cooked agave well after the sip. It does have a tiny bit of harshness at the very end, but not enough to take away from an otherwise enjoyable añejo.”

Michael G. rated 18d ago

Tierra de Ensueño Tequila Blanco

88 SCORE

“The aroma opens with cooked agave, citrus, earth, and black pepper. There's also a hint of lime and just a touch of something I can't quite identify, but it's intriguing enough that it keeps pulling me back for another smell. I also picked up a faint hint of acetone, though it doesn't overpower the nose. On the palate, the cooked agave is front and center with citrus, black pepper, minerals, and earthy notes. The mouthfeel is really nice, with just enough weight to coat the palate without feeling heavy. The finish is strong and long-lasting. The pepper, cooked agave, and citrus stick around for quite a while, making for a satisfying finish that leaves you ready for another sip. ”

Michael G. rated 27d ago

Mijenta Tequila Añejo

84 SCORE

“The aroma is rich and layered with cooked agave leading the way, followed by caramel, vanilla, and a nice earthy note. I also picked up some cherry, butterscotch, and a hint of citrus that keeps it from feeling too heavy. On the palate, the cooked agave is still front and center, balanced by oak, vanilla, caramel, and black pepper. There's a little metallic note in the background, but it doesn't distract from the overall profile. It's full-bodied with a smooth, rich mouthfeel. The finish is long and enjoyable. The oak, caramel, vanilla, and cooked agave linger for quite a while, with just enough pepper to keep things interesting all the way through. ”

Michael G. rated 47d ago

ArteNOM Selección de 1579 Blanco

83 SCORE

“The aroma is dominated by earth, with plenty of cooked agave, black pepper, and citrus behind it. There are some mineral notes and a touch of wet grass as well, but the earthy character is what stands out most in the glass. On the palate, the cooked agave, earth, black pepper, citrus, and minerals all carry through nicely. The profile stays true to the nose, with the earthiness remaining front and center while the pepper and citrus provide balance and complexity. The finish is fairly short and easy. The earthy and agave notes linger briefly before fading away cleanly, leaving behind just a touch of pepper and citrus without much heat or complexity. ”

Michael G. rated 47d ago

Arette Artesenal Blanco Suave

88 SCORE

“In the aroma cooked agave is front and center with plenty of earth and vegetal notes behind it. I also picked up some black pepper, wet grass, and a light citrus note. As it opened up, a little orange peel started to show through as well. The palate is agave-forward with a really nice mouthfeel. Earth, minerals, citrus, and green vegetal notes all come together nicely without any one note overpowering the others. It's well balanced and easy to keep coming back to. The finish is long and hangs around for quite a while. The agave, earth, and citrus notes stick with you, lingering in both the mouth and throat. A very satisfying finish that leaves a lasting impression.”

Michael G. rated 55d ago

Tequila El Mexicano Blanco

82 SCORE

“Cooked agave leads the aroma with noticeable alcohol and a sharp mineral-metallic edge, backed by hints of orange peel, wet grass, and green vegetal notes. The palate opens surprisingly buttery and soft before transitioning into strong mineral and metallic character with black pepper, citrus, and earthy vegetal flavors. Finish dries the palate considerably with lingering pepper, minerals, and an astringent quality that hangs on longer than the sweetness. Complex and bold, but definitely leans more earthy, metallic, and dry than bright or sweet. ”

Michael G. rated 62d ago

Don Fulano Blanco

88 SCORE

“Big cooked agave on the nose with fresh orange citrus, wet grass, mint, and earthy vegetal notes. Flavor opens bright and agave-forward with layered citrus and black pepper, followed by herbal mint and green vegetal character. Nice earthy backbone throughout with a clean, crisp profile. Finish lingers with pepper, citrus zest, and fresh agave sweetness while staying balanced and easy to sip. ”

Michael G. rated 71d ago

Siembra Valles Tequila Blanco

84 SCORE

“The aroma opens with cooked agave, citrus, and black pepper, backed by earthy and vegetal notes. There’s also a light pear note that adds a subtle touch of sweetness and freshness. On the palate, cooked agave remains the star with pepper, minerals, earth, and herbal notes layered throughout. The mouthfeel is noticeably buttery with hints of butterscotch that give it a richer texture than expected from a blanco. The finish lingers with steady peppery heat while the buttery character and cooked agave continue to hang on nicely. ”

Michael G. rated 71d ago

Siembra Azul Blanco

84 SCORE

“In the aroma, cooked agave and citrus come through first with pepper, wet grass, and earthy vegetal notes right behind them. There’s a fresh minerality to it that keeps everything bright and lively. On the palate, cooked agave stays front and center alongside black pepper, citrus, wet earth, and green vegetal flavors. It has a crisp, natural profile with a nice balance between earthy and fresh. The finish lingers with a warm peppery burn that hangs on nicely without overpowering the agave character.”

Michael G. rated 71d ago

Cimarron Blanco

80 SCORE

“In the aroma, cooked agave leads with a strong earthy character that leans more wet dirt than minerality. Black pepper and alcohol sit right behind it, with a light hint of orange peel adding a little brightness. On the palate, cooked agave stays front and center alongside pepper, wet earth, and vegetal notes. There’s a salty brine quality underneath it all that gives it a rustic feel. The finish is earthy, peppery, and warming with that wet soil character lingering the longest.”

Michael G. rated 73d ago

El Tesoro Mundial Collection Reposado - Basil Hayden

88 SCORE

“In the aroma, cooked agave, caramel, and vanilla lead the way with layered cinnamon and oak underneath. It’s rich, balanced, and incredibly inviting with a bourbon-like sweetness that really opens up in the glass. On the palate, the caramel, cooked agave, oak, and cinnamon carry through beautifully. There’s a noticeable whiskey influence from the barrel, but it still keeps the tequila character front and center. The finish is long, peppery, and lingering with oak spice and warm cinnamon hanging on well after the sip.”

Michael G. rated 75d ago

El Tequileño Still Strength Blanco

83 SCORE

“In the aroma, cooked agave leads the way with black pepper, alcohol, and a noticeable mineral character. There’s also a slight metallic edge on the nose that gives it a sharper profile. On the palate, cooked agave stays front and center with black pepper, minerals, and alcohol carrying through strongly. There’s a buttery mouthfeel that coats the palate and lingers, balancing some of the heat from the proof. The finish is long, warm, and lingering with steady heat, pepper, and minerality hanging on well after the sip.”

Michael G. rated 76d ago

Patrón 100 Silver

72 SCORE

“In the aroma, cooked agave comes through first with some earthy and grassy notes behind it. There’s also a bit of alcohol on the nose that feels a little harsh at first, but it opens up and smooths out some after sitting for a few minutes. On the palate, cooked and raw agave both show up alongside black pepper, alcohol, and a noticeable metallic edge. There’s some astringency there too that makes it come across a little harsh overall. The finish lingers longer than expected with pepper, alcohol, and that dry astringent character hanging on through the back end. ”