Fortaleza Blanco Still Strength Tequila

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An elegant, Agave Spirit by Los Abuelos Distillery in Jalisco, Mexico crafted using brick ovens, Tahano stone mills & a pair of copper pot stills before being bottled at 46% ABV. It has an aromatic birth of ripe agave, earth, fruit, herbs & spices; while a complex & slightly creamy life adds notes of citrus, green olive, vanilla butter & mint; that led to a velvety death of medium length adding notes of black pepper, butter, sea spray. April 2024

Light citrus and tropical flowers on the nose. I get lime and subtle mint and basil on the palate. Incredibly smooth and delicious!

Wasn't sold on Fortaleza Blanco, but was told the Still Strength is where it's at. Local bar got stocked with the full range so decided to take advantage. Aromas of sweet agave, a little vegetal, but pleasant. Tropical fruit on the palate, herbs, pepper, beautifully thick mouthfeel, with a long finish with mint and olive brine. Beats the hell out of the regular Blanco in my opinion, but doesn't quite reach the heights Fuentaseca does (but this used to be like $75/bottle).