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Tailwinds Rested Agave Spirit
Distiller Score 78
Hot, intense nose of crème brûlée, vanilla, and cinnamon sticks; definite bourbon notes with hints of butterscotch pudding, coconut, and bubble gum. Weighty in the mouth with a rich sweetness but not oily; hot vanilla, cinnamon in the form of red hots and caramel, a definite heat throughout. Finishes long and hot with bourbon notes to the end.
Reviewed by Kelley Slagle
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Papilio
Distiller Score 77
Papilio, distilled from a blend of blue agave and maple syrup, is difficult to classify. By method of production, it resembles a mixto tequila. But with its hint of tropical coconut on the nose and flavors of dark molasses, its taste is more reminiscent of a full-bodied white rum. Combining agave and maple syrup is an intriguing idea. It's not a compelling spirit for sipping, but perhaps it could find interesting application in tropical drinks.
Reviewed by Jacob Grier
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Revel Avila Reposado Puro de Agave
Distiller Score 75
Aromas of brown butter and brine make an interesting combination, but there's not a lot of agave richness here. On the palate, wood characteristics like caramel, vanilla and spice dominate, with merely a touch of cooked agave fruitiness.
Reviewed by Jack Robertiello
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El Ladrón Reposado Blue Agave Spirit
Distiller Score 79
A slight cinnamon note greets you and the vegetal characteristic is on the low side and more reminiscent of nopalitos (prickly pear cactus pads). There's more of a sweet vanilla note which continues on the palate. These flavors, however, are short-lived as the finish comes quickly with a dry and bitter profile. There isn't much sweetness or depth to the product; perhaps this could benefit for a bit more time in barrel.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Revel Avila Blanco Puro de Agave
Distiller Score 70
Briny and pungent on the nose with whiffs of cooked green beans, pickle brine and vinyl. Very light expression of agave on first taste, with a sweet earthiness but not very complex or rich. Simple, straightforward agave spirit.
Reviewed by Jack Robertiello