Ocho Reposado Widow Jane 750 ml. Flavors: Brown spices do emerge, fiery pepper, oily caramelized agave. Diffuser-made products *can* be additive-free, but as of this writing there are no products made with a diffuser on the list. This is probably the best Ocho blanco Ive had. 2021 La Ladera. Nose: Pineapple, mandarine/lime, light nuttiness, butterscotch and a spring-like floral aroma. 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. A sweet slightly sour hard cider aroma. It fades into some nice cooked agave. In addition to auditing the production, we ask a lot of questions and perform a sensorial analysis throughout various stages of the tequila-making process. Grover, would you consider adding a score column to the list in the future? And, it gets smarter the more you use it. Molasses? Clean and light Reposado with a slight bitter twang. This was bottled over 11 1/2 years ago on 27/04/09 and is just now available at a well known online retailer. Flavor: Some pepper kick lurking behind the aromas. I hope more distilleries become a part of this project! 750 ml. Finish: Salt and pepper and creamy desert qualities in a medley. The lot 2 has a stronger nose with tons of agave and minerality. Velvety texture. Flavors: Quite a divergence from the citrus and fruity nosing experience. The aroma on this single-estate Tequila is reminiscent of a very lightly peated whiskey, mingling smoke and pepper with a light caramel note. Presentation. However, section 6.1.1.1 states that the products defined in 5 sections, including 4.36.1, allows for edulcorantes, colorantes, aromatizantes y/o saborizantes permitidos por la Secretara de Salud (sweeteners, coloring, aromas and flavors allowed by the Health Secretary.). Give it a try, it's fun and it's free! A great lote. Together, they developed a tequila that is the purest expression of the Blue Weber Agave; thus, Tequila Ocho was born. 2018 El Bajo Tequila Matchmaker Search & Discover Tequila From the most extensive tequila database on earth. Flavor: Light vanilla, piquant barrel spices and orange liqueur coats the tongue with a sweet and oily panoply. During that time, Tomas also worked to promote tequila, agave spirits and Mexican culture in Europe and across the world, and as a result was named the official Tequila Ambassador to Europe by the Mexican National Tequila Chamber. Palate: white and black pepper, sweet roasted agave, bitter orange, lime peel, spring water, celery and cloves, green agave. Definitely some heat. Warm spices: sweet powdered ginger, a kiss of cinnamon. The citrus notes hold their ground, marrying nicely with the agave and baking spice. 2017 Las Aguilas Our propietary matching algorithm uses nine different characteristics to find the best matches for you. Read Full Article Forbes Oct 28, 2022 Round and velvety in the mouth. Green peppercorns in brine. 2. Developed by third-generation tequilero Carlos . In 2020 we launched our Tequila Matchmaker Additive-Free program for brands and distilleries that want to be super transparent about their production processes and their non-use of additives. When will the list be available on the app? In a 2018 audio interview, the famed Tequila Ambassador reflects on his life. 2007 El Vergel We can do both, cant we? Do they have additives? Per the usual for Tequila Ocho we're told very little about aging or the vessel used except the general indication of it being quite played out as evidenced by the pale straw color. Nose: lots of sweet cooked agave, tropical flowers, ripe tropical fruit , pineapple, orange peel, mango, and spearmint Rested for 8 weeks and 8 days in ex-American Oak whiskey barrels developing a slight translucent amber color. Unaged, crystal clear color, delightfully explosive to sip. A hint of candle wax. Is Patron no longer additive free as of 10/2022? So bright. 7 year old agave grown at this height and stressed for that much time have a lot of character that is brought out by the master distiller and left intact by the 8 week 8 day aging typical of Ocho Reposado. Vanilla and toffee for the wrap. 2021 El Tigre Gently aged for 3 years in ex-American Oak whiskey barrels, creating a slightly darker amber color. A member of the lily family, it looks like a giant aloe vera plant with spiked barbs on the tips. Flavors: Medium weight. https://tastetequila.com/2017/the-lowdown-on-tequila-additives/, In that story, and right after that claim is an asterisk, which states (at the bottom): A gentle floral waft. 2018 Las Presas $60 for a liter at the Cabo airport. 2020 Cerro Grande Tequila Matchmaker is a product of TasteTequila.com, an independent tequila blog and community run by Grover and Scarlet Sanschagrin. A floral bouquet - citrus blossoms, nasturtiums and a muted whisper of mint. Julio Gonzalez was a simple farmer with an unparalleled devotion to his craft. Pineapple with a squeeze of lima. Do you have plans or know of any plans to do something similar with Agave Spirits? Oranges and grapefruit rind aromas. Some are better known and widely distributed, others less so. Thank you. A sprinkle of pepper and cinnamon, and a forest note: pine needles? Thank you! 2021 La Ladera Bottle syrup and store in the fridge for up to 1 week. 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 Ocho | Tequila Matchmaker Confirmed Additive-Free Brand Tequila Ocho Jalisco (Los Altos Southern) Nom 1474 1589 Likes Available in the app Find Nearby Visit Distillery All Blanco Joven Reposado Aejo Extra Aejo Ocho Tequila Plata 88 Panel 87 Community Ocho Tequila Aejo 88 Panel 86 Community Ocho Tequila Extra Aejo 88 Panel Allow to cool for 20-30 minutes. A warm Caribbean spice breeze gently wafts aromas of allspice, cinnamon, cloves, vanilla bean, nutmeg and powdered ginger. | Flavor: A soft vanilla backdrop to the prominent agave entrance. It has greatly increased my enjoyment exploring tequila. Tequila Ocho employs many traditional practices that are often omitted in the production of modern tequila. 750 ml. Flavors: A touch thin, yet a creamy feeling. Ocho Tequila Aejo | Tequila Matchmaker Ocho Tequila Aejo Type: Tequila Brand : Tequila Ocho Nom 1474 1121 Ratings See All 88 Panel 86 Community + My Rating Available in the App Find Nearby Add to Wishlist Profile Aromas & Flavors Detected By Our Community Aromas Detected 113 Agave (cooked) 67 Vanilla 62 Oak 49 Citrus 32 Cinnamon 30 Caramel 30 And, it gets smarter the more you use it. Ambrosial, velvety sweetness with a kiss of butterscotch, balanced with salinity and penetrating pepper blows. Show 7 more items. I couldnt even drink it in Margaritas. They, and 14 other brands from that distillery, have requested our process. | Finish: short to medium with some bitterness and heat of black pepper, 2021 El Tigre 2021 La Mula Inspections are done on-site and can last from a few hours to a few days, depending on how many brands and products we are reviewing at the distillery. Our Tequila is made using traditions established centuries ago, from 100% stone milled agave, entirely produced on our estate. Now thats a game changer APP that would get you many more subscribers. Round and oily on the palate. | Complex cooked agave notes with oak, anise and dried fruits. 2021 La Ladera Is there a list of the tequilas that have been tested are NOT additive-free? | Nose: Fruity with a tropical flair: pineapple, apples, cantaloupe, lemon and orange zest. Green peach, pear, pineapple, lemon, and lime pith. Followed up with celery seed, caraway seed, nutmeg and cinnamon. Finish: medium with a chocolate and coffee thing going on. A slight amargo/bitter dark chocolate/ expres undertone emerges. Over all a pleasant Reposado to sip. Certainly not a barrel forward aejo, but very delicious. USE COARSE SEA SALT FOR THE RIM. Lot BLA-043 28/04/2022 bottle 9795 2022 La Caada | Cut grass, fir trees in a forest and minerals. What additives can you taste? Aroma: floral, citrus and agave. Download the app today - it's free - and let the Tequila Matchmaker figure out your own flavor preferences. A warm medley of spice that is round and creamy. Each agave was carefully planted, giving them the room to fully grow and mature, and he hand-selected only the sweetest, most luscious portions of the pias to be harvested at the peak of ripeness. Its super different and nothing like what I taste in most aged tequila. Fragrant lime oils and orange peel. Looking forward to having this list on the app to access when shopping! 5.5.22. Balanced pepper presence. Finish: long and spicy (as if from a pepper, not barrel spice). 2) Both Pasote and El Tesoro de Don Felipe are additive free in their entire lineup. 2021 La Mula Dusty earthiness. The agave shines. Finish: medium starts with some fruitiness with some spiciness in the middle and ends with a touch of bitter chocolate Complex cooked agave notes with oak, anise and dried fruits. Thank you for the list, what kind of additives are you talking about? like most Aejos but I still really enjoy it. I normally prefer the Platas in Ocho expressions. Notes of sweet cooked agave, toffee and black pepper that are balanced with vanilla. In the 2012 NORMA, section 4.36.1 says that blanco tequilas should be sin abocante (without additives). 2021 La Ladera Finish: A very pleasant Goldilocks sipper that would appeal to a broad spectrum of tequila drinkers. 2007 El Vergel Notes of creamy strawberry, ripe raspberry, dried plum, roasted caramel, and a touch of rich cocoa to create a complex but surprisingly approachable tequila. Must be 21+ to order and drink responsibly. 2. A grind or two of black pepper. Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila 750ml (80 Proof) $24.99. Not overly complex, but very sippable over the course of an evening. A somewhat subdued aroma profile. Thanks so much for this list and all your efforts to be able to share your research with us all. 2020 La Loma | Even the synthetic cork smells of agavetasting this I feel I'm tasting the new distillery and it 's location nearer to Arandas. 2018 El Vergel I love that the field El Tigre is in Atotonilco and as far away from La Altea as has ever been harvested with the exception of the recent Cerro Grande. Bold agave sweetness is the central player on this stage. Letting it breathe awhile, brought only minimal secondary notes to my attention. Aged for 8 months, this silky-smooth, full-bodied tequila has a refreshing herbal backbone with hints of peppermint and chamomile that's balanced by lighter, sweeter flavors of grapefruit and. Thank you! Almonds, mint and thyme. Agave unabashedly holding its own in the mix. Deeply herbal, with light and balanced agave and white pepper. Each tequila has its own "flavor fingerprint," and each person has his or her own flavor preferences. The tequila provides notes of toasted coconut and vanilla, with some cocoa powder and dark roasted coffee, Hurley notes. 9 Things You Should Know About 818 Tequila, Mexican tequila maker Cuervo sees improved sales growth, Tequila Don Londrs, Dre Londons On His Entrepreneurial Instinct, Pernod Takes Majority Stake In Cdigo 1530 Tequila, No Celebrity Needed: 10 Blanco Tequilas You Should Know About, and Why, Episcopal priest creates tequila to benefit children's shelters in Mexico. Underripe mango and orange blossom aromas season an. Our propietary matching algorithm uses nine different characteristics to find the best matches for you. | Tart green apple. its an easy sipper that opens after sitting. Carlos Camarena has 8 brothers and sisters. Thanks, Fruit and agave forward. There are enough seats at the bar for everyone! Wow what a beautiful nose. 2020 Cerro Grande 2021 La Mula Your email address will not be published. This crystal-clear . From now on, I may honestly just shop for tequilas that are on your list. A dusty earth note. Give it a try! Aroma: theres a good amount of alcohol on the nose. A very light vanilla and candied orange. The Best Tequila For Every Occasion, According to Bartenders, Mixologists, and Spirits Industry Veterans. This was confirmed when producers directly told us (off the record) that they were making use of this confusion within the NORMA. At 500 pesos in Mexico this is IMO one of the best blancos (if not the best) for the money so it wins some points for value. We feel its a better service to the community that we highlight the non-additive products so that people can familiarize themselves with those products. Organic tequila usually means that the agaves used were grown organically. Adios La Altea. Baked pineapple. 2018 Las Presas 2020 Cerro Grande . Finish: Pretty impressive package. Then mellows and fades out. 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