Lauren @. rated 21d ago

Mayorazgo Reposado

58 SCORE

“Aroma: strong ethanol, very little agave smell Flavor: harsh alcohol burn, not even flavor from the barrel Finish: fizzles fast- no depth or lingering flavor except alcohol ”

Lauren @. rated 57d ago

Volcan de Mi Tierra Blanco Tahona

87 SCORE

“I’ve seen the price from $110-$149 A bit pricey but it’s a well made blanco and a nice sipper. A blend of both valley and Los Altos agaves. Aromas: A punch of cooked agave up front, with herbal notes like lemongrass and soft floral aromas. Flavor: A strong punch of cooked agave leads, followed by citrus, subtle olive, wet earth, and bell pepper on the finish. As it sits in the glass, more tropical fruit notes emerge with lingering honeysuckle. Finish: Long, lingering finish that coats the palate nicely.”

Lauren @. rated 78d ago

Fuenteseca Cosecha 2020 - "La Tuna De Arriba"

95 SCORE

“Big fan of the Cosecha releases. This release is so different. I feel like the flavors pop in the finish and linger in the palate vs. 2018 & 2013 where the flavors popped in the front. I’m not surprised that I don’t love it! It’s a bit pricey but for me I would rather spend a little more for an exceptional blanco. Aromas: lemongrass, rosemary, dill, brine, green olives, black pepper Flavor: savory notes, tobacco, black pepper undertones, (not as much brine as I picked up in the aromas) More saline and savory on the palate, with a lot of cooked agave that lingers into the finish. It also coats the mouth with a viscous oiliness. Finish: long finish with black pepper, tobacco, savory notes, lingering green olive, cooked agave, and creamy tropical fruit notes. ”

Lauren @. rated 78d ago

El Mexicano Tequila Añejo

85 SCORE

“NOM: 1588 Aromas: baking spices, toasted almonds, candied yams, oak, cedar, warm orange Flavor: orange notes, dried apple notes, Finish: sort of falls flat but does have a nice linger that reminds me of sweet potatoes. Great price at $50. ”

Lauren @. rated 272d ago

Dulce Vida Reposado (80-proof)

82 SCORE

“This reposado has a light, barrel-like flavor with some fruit and cinnamon notes. It has a bit of an alcohol presence in the finish that lingers. Overall, for the price, I think it’s a great starter tequila or for cocktails. ”

Lauren @. rated 272d ago

Dulce Vida Blanco (80-proof)

78 SCORE

“It’s not exactly an aficionados’ sipper, but it’s not the worst-tasting blanco either. It meets all the criteria of a solid blanco. For a clean, budget-friendly option for mixing cocktails, I think it works. ”

Lauren @. rated 292d ago

Maracame Reposado

76 SCORE

“1424 here - a nom not listed as an option Aroma: I get a lot of barrel- not too much agave Flavor: vanilla, for a Reposado seems very oak heavy, and very sweet Finish: fast legs Feel like I need to revisit - and all the expressions ”

Lauren @. rated 443d ago

Carreta de Oro Añejo

83 SCORE

“Aroma: cinnamon, floral: orange blossom, FL: light oak, baking spice, orange zest, dried fruit, (same numbness on the tongue as the blanco & repo) Finish: medium-long ”

Lauren @. rated 443d ago

Carreta de Oro Reposado

83 SCORE

“Aroma: dried fruit: stone, apple, honey, a lot of floral: gardenia, honey suckle FL: getting cinnamon, dried fruit, cherry, honey, same numbness the blanco has- sits right on my tongue Finish: medium- same oiliness that lingers like the blanco ”

Lauren @. rated 443d ago

Carreta de Oro Blanco

83 SCORE

“Aroma: nice aromas- fresh mint, stone fruit, light floral, green peppers Flavors: some minerality, I get some fresh mint, cooked agave, and herbal in the front but goes flat quick with some oiliness & numbness that lingers on my tongue Finish: medium ”

Lauren @. rated 444d ago

3 Amigos Reposado

69 SCORE

“Aroma: yeasty, vanilla, subtle bubblegum, Fl: alcohol burn that lingers, not much flavor going on, barely any agave- Finish: short”

Lauren @. rated 444d ago

Patrón Silver

79 SCORE

“A: vegetal, pepper, agave, subtle floral FL: some alcohol burn up front that lingers, minerals, grass, green pepper, subtle fruit Finish: short medium The price is good at $35 *sometimes the best/only option in a bar ”

Lauren @. rated 444d ago

Patrón Reposado

72 SCORE

“A: agave, nutty, citrus: orange zest FL: subtle, barrel notes: cinnamon, caramel, wood- some alcohol burn that lingers Finish: short-medium Great price point- $46.99 ”

Lauren @. rated 444d ago

Patrón Cristalino Tequila Añejo

68 SCORE

“A: some floral notes, a little cooked agave, barrel Fl: alcohol burn up front, some flavor comes out a bit goes flat fast, - I get some barrel notes as it sits a bit, but flavor still is flat Finish: medium - mainly alcohol on palate ”

Lauren @. rated 450d ago

ElVelo Tequila Reposado

70 SCORE

“Aroma: some barrel notes, cinnamon, Flavor: 1137 Funk, nutty, a little sweet Finish: short ”

Lauren @. rated 450d ago

Compoveda Reposado

79 SCORE

“Aroma: Orange zest, floral: roses, cream soda, Flavor: a little viscous, floral notes, I get some of the vine cask-but doesn’t overpower - some Medicinal notes- Finish: short-medium flavors linger a bit on palate but then fizzle *not terrible- as it sits more initial flavors fade a bit ”

Lauren @. rated 450d ago

Tequila Xoloitzcuintle Joven

88 SCORE

“Aromas: raw material, a lot of earth, herbal, dried fruit, spice Flavor: a lot of herbal , with subtle cinnamon, - at one point I got a little leather Finish: long- viscous- very nice mouthfeel A nice sipper ** this makes me really want to try the reposado & Anejo ”

Lauren @. rated 450d ago

Tequila Xoloitzcuintle Plata Fuerte "Valles"

90 SCORE

“Aroma: raw material on the nose, very green, eucalyptus, mint, savory, light floral Flavor: very complex, a lot of flavor here-subtle tropical, grilled pineapple, savory notes: corn, sweet potato, some brine- it is a 101 HP- the more it sits the more the flavors pop- definitely a tequila to sit with & enjoy all the flavors. Finish: long-the flavors linger- viscous $76.99”

Lauren @. rated 450d ago

Tequila Xoloitzcuintle Plata

85 SCORE

“Aroma: nice aromas going on- raw material, bright, subtle fruit: stone, - sweet potato, Lime zest, Flavor: initial alcohol at the front- tingles my lips- once it sits a moment the flavors pop- citrus, agave, sweet potato, Finish: medium- some oiliness $65-$69 ”

Lauren @. rated 451d ago

Lágrimas del Valle Reposado - 2024 La Loma

87 SCORE

“Aroma: subtle tropical notes, baking spices,-earth, minerals Flavor: oily mouthfeel, love the mouthfeel, nice balance, soft notes of a barrel but the blanco still shines Finish: medium-long a lot of mint on the finish *does not drink like a 46% ”

Lauren @. rated 451d ago

Herradura Aniversario Extra Añejo

83 SCORE

“It tastes more like a bourbon than a tequila. For the price I feel like I wanted more…”