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4 Copas Tequila Blanco
Distiller Score 98
A massively aromatic tequila: sun-baked earth, dried herbs, grilled nectarines, olive brine, crisp citrus. On the palate the touch is delicate but full-bodied, with notes of almond flower, white pepper and cinnamon joining in. Tangy, lip-smacking and generous - a nearly perfect expression of agave.
Reviewed by Jack Robertiello
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Pasote Tequila Blanco
Distiller Score 93
This tequila is loaded with cooked agave from aroma to finish. The aromas display rich cooked agave, citrus, and the fruit aromas are rich with a minerality that is difficult to separate until you taste it. The flavors begin with a soft, clean sweetness that shows the agave and highlights bright minerality, creamy stone fruit, cracked pepper, and briny complexity. The rich mouthfeel is a revelation to intricate balance that continues all the way through the excellent finish. This is fantastic traditional tequila.
Reviewed by Forrest Cokely
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Don Julio Blanco Tequila
Distiller Score 94
The nose is bright and sassy with fresh agave aromas bolstered by some lemon and grapefruit. A little smoke accompanies pear and citrus peel on the palate. The flavors persist on the finish with agave making a return appearance, along with some lingering pepper. The blanco is a stainless fist in a glove of terciopelo (a pit-viper snake)--seductive and velvety on the surface, steely and smart on further acquaintance.
Reviewed by Ron Bechtol
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El Tesoro Blanco Tequila
Distiller Score 92
The aroma is as if you buried your nose in a green smoothie filled with fresh-cut cabbage, romaine lettuce, kiwi, pear, aloe vera while preparing a beurre noisette (brown butter). These aromas follow on the palate where you’ll also find ripe heirloom carrots, Kaffir limes and roasted pear. This is a classic, flavorful tequila--one that is far from the vodka-like tequilas that are on the market.
Reviewed by Omari Wheat
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t1 Tequila Blanco Ultra Fino
Distiller Score 95
The nose presents light vegetal/agave notes complemented by white pepper and a whiff of pear eau de vie. On the palate there is a beautifully balanced spiciness that is held in check by a creamy mouthfeel--a Fred and Ginger dance on the tongue. The medium-long finish is sweeter than anticipated. Try with ceviche.
Reviewed by Ron Bechtol
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Siembra Azul Blanco Tequila
Distiller Score 89
Siembra Azul Blanco is aromatically exciting. A little musty but full of spice, black pepper, brine, fresh banana, rubber band, beeswax and vitamin C powder. The flavors are very enticing: earthy and sweet with notes of parsnip, sugarcane, pineapple, pear and hints of herb. Overall a very impressive, fruit driven, well-balanced tequila.
Reviewed by Omari Wheat
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Gran Centenario Plata Tequila
Distiller Score 95
For a young tequila this has the weight and depth of something more mature. It's very fruity, with flavors of yellow peach, mangos, grapefruit peel and yellow bell peppers tinged with vanilla. It also has a pleasant spicy kick of black pepper, nutmeg and a faint whiff of smoke. This is a truly elegant sipping tequila.
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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Herencia Mexicana Blanco Tequila
Distiller Score 92
As one might expect the nose is vegetal with artichoke and freshly cut sugar cane along with lemon curd, salt and star fruit. The palate brings a little more spice and body with burnt cinnamon, green beans, sweet potatoes, lemons, caramel and black pepper. The ripeness of the agave lends a subtle but creamy texture, not typically found in tequilas at this price point. There’s a long clean and fresh finish with a lot of vegetal character.
Reviewed by Omari Wheat
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Tequila Ocho Plata "Las Pomez" 2009
Distiller Score 84
This Plata is super green, with a very distinct aroma of un-cooked agave. Lemon zest and a touch yellow pepper were also found. The palate is quite sweet and floral. This sweetness is akin to lightly caramelized honey with a touch of cinnamon. The finish shows a little spearmint. Overall, this tequila is easy drinking and enjoyable for both novice and expert alike. Won't break your bank if you are compelled to buy shots for everyone at the bar.
Reviewed by Brock Schulte
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Tequila El Mayor Añejo
Distiller Score 84
Additional oak aging pays off in a nose of caramel and vanilla, with the sweet characteristics displayed in the additional notes of fruit compote and roasted agave. Though lighter than many of its añejo contemporaries--and better at retaining its essential agave-ness than most, there's more body and oiliness here than in El Mayor's younger product lines, and the finish retains some fruit while suppressing spice and heat.
Reviewed by Ron Bechtol
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Villa Lobos Blanco Tequila
Distiller Score 90
A nuanced but expressive tequila. The nose is reminiscent of summer rain, white flowers pineapple and hints of spice. The palate is beyond fresh with subtle anise dissipating into lemon zest and green papaya. Another classic Highland tequila from Carlos Camarena.
Reviewed by Omari Wheat
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Corazón Blanco Tequila
Distiller Score 90
Very fruity aroma of ripe pears and sweet apples are found. Light in body with a creamy mouthfeel, there are distinct notes of white pepper. Good for sipping but perfect for a Paloma, or try dropping a shot over ice with your favorite radler of shandy.
Reviewed by Brock Schulte