E. Cuarenta Tequila, Reposado ($50)

E. Cuarenta Tequila, Reposado ($50)

Reposado tequilas can often hide the true nature of agave, but not here. Spicy with soft caramel, light citrus and an earthy, woody note, this is neither hot nor harsh. The oily viscosity makes it smooth and the plush aromas of cooked agave, vanilla, maple, and...
Tepozan Tequila Autentico Blanco ($45)

Tepozan Tequila Autentico Blanco ($45)

This fine Blanco gets at the rustic side of Tequila, with a specific focus on earthy, raw agave character.  The nose lets you know right away that refinement isn’t what it’s about, and the palate stays in that zone, with a heated delivery of earthy agave...
Cierto Tequila Extra Añejo, Private Collection ($279)

Cierto Tequila Extra Añejo, Private Collection ($279)

Full disclosure –I’m a blanco guy when it comes to Tequila. In general, I find that the wood tones that come with the barrel aged designations are easy to overdue, robbing the spirit of its purity and liveliness.  I’m pleased to report that I am fully behind this...
Camarena Tequila Reposado ($20)

Camarena Tequila Reposado ($20)

Camarena bottled their first tequila in 1938. The reposado has a pleasing nose of raw apple, butter and vanilla, and does not have some noticeable alcohol fumes of some lower-priced tequilas. Rested for two months in barrel before bottling. Quite light in color, the...