| Nose: Lightly spiced; albeit complex agave/amalgam entrance. It is an opt-in program, which needs to be renewed each year. Each tequila has its own "flavor fingerprint," and each person has his or her own flavor preferences. Is there something that taste like theirs which is better for you? 2. 2019 La Laja BODY & COLOR Gently aged for 3 years in ex-American Oak whiskey barrels, creating a slightly darker amber color. Flavor: Almond paste, brine and pepper, filberts, creamy and silky toffee notes. Herbal. Nose is terrific and strong for being freshly opened. Together, they become the Joven blend. Nose of green pepper spiciness and fresh-cooked agave. Ocho Reposado Widow Jane 750 ml. La Estancia is a departure from other recent Ocho Plata releases. 2022 El Nacimiento $45.35 $39.99. Lots of fruit and tang. Nose: Lemon and lime zest. | Nose: Fruity. | I might make my wife wear this behind her ear as a perfume. Item ID: 1500739810. | | Agave, vanilla, grapefruit, pepper, oak. Another classic study in terroir. Made with 100% blue agave from the Tequila Highlands, this expression has been aged for three years in American oak barrels. Reminds me of early Ochos with its agave forward profile. Flavors: A touch thin, yet a creamy feeling. | Here's the reason for the aejo and extra aejo shortage that you probably didn't know was coming. Pineapple with a squeeze of lima. They could contain additives and still be considered organic.. Some kind of fruitiness light in the nose, flighty . Developed by third-generation tequilero Carlos . The 12 finalists are tequilas that offer vibrant and varied aromas and flavors with good texture and a pleasing aftertaste. Tequila OCHO is the world's first single estate tequila; curating, selecting and harvesting the very ripest agaves only from its own fields in the world-renowned highlands around the town of. Citrusy nose, slight sweet undertones, light pepper. Gently aged for 1 year in ex-American Oak whiskey barrels, giving it a light amber color. Tasting is agave forward, as I would expect from a finely produced tequila. Tequila Tromba Blanco. Old Town Tequila has the right to void any offer/order for any reason without notice. Organic tequila usually means that the agaves used were grown organically. In some parts of the world they are. A subtle marriage of citrus, cinnamon and agave. But I think El Tigre benefited from a couple of months in the barrel. The finish was long and left my tongue a little buzzed and left me wanting more. Launched in 2008 by Camarena and Estes, Tequila Ocho was the answer. Required fields are marked *. Flavors include agave, pepper, jalapeo, slight oak and citrus. Cinnamon, leather and vanilla bean. Sweet and silky. Tweets & replies. AROMA Notes of sweet cooked agave, toffee and black pepper that are balanced with vanilla. The more expressions I try, the more sensitive I become to artificial flavorings. Can anyone recommend some of the sweeter non additive, non Blanco tequilas? | By the numbers: ABV: 45.5 . The labelling states it was produced and bottled by : Destileria Santa Lucia , 2021 El Pastizal When boiling, remove from heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Very oily, the finish lingers for a long time, Im going to give this an extra point for finish. Fruit and spice hang on a long while, with incredible natural sweetness. Citrus, cinnamon, dried fruit and almond on the palate with a lingering hint of spearmint on the finish." + MY LIST. Pepper heat insidiously creeps in and builds. Balanced pepper presence. I will add the Pasote and El Tesoro XAs, as well as the Calle 23 Criollo, to my personal additive-free list. The priest consecrates the tequila and labels it as Sanctus Aquam (holy water) so she can take it across the border. Experience exquisite reposado rested in ruby port wine casks. In 2012 he published a seminal book on tequila, The Tequila Ambassador, widely viewed at that time as the definitive work on the subject of tequila. Agave, strong citrus, vanilla, and flowersvery inviting nose. 2019 La Laja In fact, it was his great-grandfather who was credited with bringing blue agave to the Highlands of Jalisco, an incredible feat for tequileros in Mexico. Tequila Matchmaker Search & Discover Tequila From the most extensive tequila database on earth. Complex cooked agave notes with oak, anise and dried fruits. This list will be updated each time a brand is added (or removed) from the program. Baked pineapple. How the tequila industry manages the unrealistic expectations put on a natural product. I've had quite a few Ocho blancos now and this one seems to be a bit unique. Add all ingredients to shaker. 2020 La Loma Flavor: nice oily mouth feel, cooked agave, fruity, some spice and black pepper I just dont see us going there, even if we come off as snobby or elitist. made from the 8th sample created by the Camarenas for Tomas. Just an inkling of bitterness on the finish. Fragrant wood, roast agave, an enticing array of earthy supporting aromas. This bottle is an unusual house blend of estate-grown silver tequila from 100 percent blue agave with tequila that's been aged five years in charred American oak barrels (which would qualify as extra-aged aejo ). 2018 El Bajo Notes: Fortaleza Tequila Reposado - 100% estate grown Blue Agave Tequilana Weber, and aged in oak barrels for 6-9 months. Deep and long-lasting peppery and anise seed finish. On the nose, sweet agave and some barrel spice. Tequila's success has created an enormous strain, imperiling the health and viability of the blue Weber agave on which tequila depends, as well as the farmers who grow it. Nathan. The whole profile is different than what has been released recently as the agave have been grown closer to sea level than others at 1875-1900 meters. Aroma: cooked agave in this Aejo, gardenia, lime-zest, guava, anise, chocolate milk, eucalyptus, honeysuckle, butter, basil, honey dew melon. 2021 El Tigre From memory, this one is very similar, though. Its followed by white pepper and slight citrus. Green peppercorns in brine. They were. And, it gets smarter the more you use it. So thats one of the big reasons why we decided to start up the verification program. A splash of vanilla adds a comforting roundness to the aromas. THE SPIRIT MADE LIFE A CELEBRATION, TRANSFORMED LOVE INTO PASSION, AND ELEVATED SONGS TO CRIES OF THE HEART. It was created for. One hundred percent. Flavor: Robust cinnamon and pepper punch. His relentless devotion revolutionized the world of tequila-making, bringing it to uncharted heights. Flavors: Brown spices do emerge, fiery pepper, oily caramelized agave. like most Aejos but I still really enjoy it. Warm spices: sweet powdered ginger, a kiss of cinnamon. 2018 El Bajo Nothing is over represented. We are founders of the Tequila Matchmaker app and website. Unaged, crystal clear color, delightfully explosive to sip. Light cinnamon and finely ground pepper. Agave comes through nicely on the nose and pallet. Media. This is the first Aejo ever released in the Ocho line. Carlos trade by nature is agronomy, so he knows the land better than anyone. Not clear on the response to Josh Ohlingerare all blancos additive-free, regardless of distillery? Looking forward to having this list on the app to access when shopping! A very light vanilla and candied orange. Harvested from a field at 2000 meters above sea level that had previously only been used as pasture land and is surrounded by oak and cedar trees this is exceptionally rich and viscous for an Ocho Blanco. Our propietary matching algorithm uses nine different characteristics to find the best matches for you. Almost a year ago I wrote a review about a tequila Ocho blanco (Loa Mangos) that wasn't necessarily my personal cup of tea, but it really accomplished what this brand is all about. Nose: Greeted with cinnamon spice and a warm agave embrace. Hi Josh. | It fades but is a strong initial flavor for me. Anything that comes out of this cool distillery and made by Felipe (a mad-scientist master distiller! Our program exists to give a third-party layer of assurance. There wont be any need to link to this version of the list. Produced at the famous La Altea distillery in Arandas, by master distiller Carlos Camarena, NOM 1474 Certified Additive Free by Tequila Matchmaker Each harvest leaves a small percentage of agaves that will go to seed to further agave propagation and diversity 45.5% ABV / 91 Proof / 750mL Tasting Notes https://tastetequila.com/2017/the-lowdown-on-tequila-additives/. Silky with salt and pepper accents. The agave shines. Frankly, there is a certain elitist/snobbish feel to the concept of no additives allowed, we wont mention you or discuss your offerings if you dare. 2022 La Caada | A Carlos Newton describes himself on the label as the Master Distiller with the content described as extra aged 100% de agave batch A-9. Nose: Initial aroma of green olives that faded as I gave it a chance to open up. Feisty pepper notes: hot white pepper and a jolt of jalapeo or serrano pepper fire. They also give you the opportunity to experience tequila in a whole new wayusing only your senses. Want to know more? Herencia Mexicana's twice-distilled aged tequila received the highest panel rating on Tequila Matchmaker, earning 90 points among the site's most experienced reviewers. Vanilla and toffee for the wrap. Grover and Scarlet, I feel a bit more oak and sweetness from the barrel in this iteration of the aejo, its wonderful since it creates a nice harmony with the natural sweetness that was already there in the blanco. | Alimentos y Bebidas Cervezas, Vinos y Licores Tequila Tequila Muestra No. If you want to mix up the finest possible version of this classic libation . Oaked agave creme brulee in the mouth and a surprising amount of bitter oak on the tongue for all the aroma leadup. Overall: I love this tequila. Simple and sweet. Here's what to expect: - Be surprised by your individual taste profile: Based on your ratings, the app shows you which aromas and flavors you are responding to. 8 days from when the agaves reach the distillery until it becomes blanco tequila. We are Grover and Scarlet, tequila fans who just cant seem to get enough of tequila. | Light cinnamon and finely ground pepper. You see it listed on labels constantly. Tequila Matchmaker is the only rating system smart enough to detect your personal preferences and match you with the tequilas that are right for you. 2021 La Ladera Palate: slight smokie, mineral, light white pepper, rosemary, dry chile, sesame seed and grapefruit. A cut above the average Ocho blanco, but not quite exceptional. Nose: Fruity and lightly spiced. This particular bottle gets big points for value. Top off the drink with sparkling water and serve. "Sweetly floral nose with extra ripe agaves and candied fruit presenting themselves. When we wrote the story we based that information on what CRT representatives were saying about the issue. | Palate: pineapple, anise, citric, orange peel, wood oak, pepper, salt. A sweet slightly sour hard cider aroma. 1,574 Followers. The 12 finalists are tequilas that offer vibrant and varied aromas and flavors with good texture and a pleasing aftertaste. | Tequila Ocho Estancia Plata Tequila 750ml. I like the app and web site very much, but may I suggest that you have a 2 tiered rating system: Flavor: A soft vanilla backdrop to the prominent agave entrance. They, and 14 other brands from that distillery, have requested our process. The warm barrel spices noted in the aromas, play nicely into the tasting profile. Tequila Muestra No. Tequila is made by distilling the fermented juices of the Weber blue agave plant ( Agave tequilana ). Our propietary matching algorithm uses nine different characteristics to find the best matches for you. A harmonious nose. And Casa Dragones is the name of the most exclusive joven. 2021 La Ladera 2009-2022, S2F Online, Inc. - Taste Tequila and Tequila Matchmaker are property of S2F Online, Inc. | The tech side is easy, the admin side is not! Letting it breathe awhile, brought only minimal secondary notes to my attention. A subtle marriage of barrel/baking spices. 2017 Las Aguilas Hi Keith. Sweet and silky. | La Loma. 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