Bottle of El Mayor Reposado

El Mayor Reposado

Type: Tequila
Brand: El Mayor
Nom
1603
264 Ratings See All
$31.99
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Production Details
NOM : 1603 ,
(Previously: 1143 )
Agave Type : Tequilana Weber ,
Agave Region : - ,
Region : Jalisco (Los Altos Southern) ,
Cooking : Autoclave (low pressure) ,
Extraction : Roller Mill ,
Water Source : Deep well water ,
Fermentation : Stainless steel tanks, 100% agave, Fermentation without fibers ,
Distillation : 2x distilled ,
Still : Stainless Pot w/Copper Coil ,
Aging : American White Oak barrels ,
ABV/Proof : 40% abv (80-proof)
Other : -

Profile

Aromas & Flavors Detected By Our Community

Aromas Detected

13
Vanilla
12
Oak
12
Agave (cooked)
9
Caramel
8
Citrus
7
Alcohol
6
Butter
6
Pepper (black)
5
White Pepper
4
Whiskey
4
Butterscotch
4
Cinnamon

Flavors Detected

17
Vanilla
15
Agave (cooked)
13
Caramel
12
Oak
8
Pepper (black)
7
Citrus
7
Alcohol
6
Butter
6
Cinnamon
4
Butterscotch
3
Earth
3
White Pepper

Ratings

Personal Scores & Reviews From Our Community

Tequila Honey Badger
1346 ratings
  • 79 Rating

This is inexpensive, really inexpensive at an So. CA online retailer so was given + score for value. A single barrel store pick this has an underlying cinnamon note that I'm not much of a fan of in general but it doesn't overwhelm the taste or aroma to the point of being one note. Some agave and spicy wood notes help this reposado show nice flavors and makes for a not uninteresting experience from this brand that has a bit of history in the market. Noticable ethanol brings a fairly long finish to the mouth and tongue with some fading sweetness.

Tequila Savant
239 ratings
  • 72 Rating

NOM 1143 | Aroma and flavor of oak, caramel and baked agave. The oak was a bit to dominate for my taste. Medium body and finish.

Tequila Boss
548 ratings
  • 78 Rating

NOM 1143 | Green agave and lots of sweet wood flavors.

Tequila Badass
494 ratings
  • 90 Rating

NOM 1143 | I just like el mayor. Go ahead. Sue me.

Tequila Badass
437 ratings
  • 70 Rating

NOM 1143 | Batch 503, bottle 281. Strong agave aroma that is almost medicinal (not in a good way). Medicinal character carries over into flavor. For all the heavy/strong aroma and flavor, the finish is surprisingly weak. Some heat lingers at the front of the mouth.

Tequila Guru
84 ratings
  • 85 Rating

I got this for $30 in my area. It is a smooth reposado that is a great value and flavor profile. All the people that tried it commented “that’s smooth!” Bottle is great presentation too. Everything fits with value, flavor expression, and presentation!

Tequila Lover
14 ratings
  • 75 Rating

Neither the agave nor the wood comes through strong enough to leave much of an impression. I don't taste the vanilla that others say is the predominant flavor. It's clearly been processed heavily and infused with additives, but a strong hint of pepper at the finish gives it a bit of a kick that, after multiple sips, is oddly satisfying. At the exceptionally low price point, it's still a bargain with if you like pepper. For everyone else, a serviceable mixer at best.

Tequila Lover
12 ratings
  • 66 Rating

I didn't care for this. It was mostly okay, but had a sour-ish taste to it.

Tequila Freak
20 ratings
  • 78 Rating

When the bottle was first opened, there was a distinct smell and aftertaste that reminded me of cilantro: kind of a soapy taste. Maybe tannins? Someone with more knowledge can probably tell you. After a couple of weeks of being opened, it still had a hint of the unpleasant scent, but no longer had the taste. It tastes very well after the mystery flavor goes away.

Tequila Enthusiast
8 ratings
  • 86 Rating

Hints of oak and nuts imo no vanilla after taste real pure and deep agave flavor

Tequila Connoisseur
69 ratings
  • 75 Rating

NOM 1603 | Smooth and approachable aroma with some alcohol/chemical notes. Flavor is relatively smooth but the finish and aftertaste are a very harsh and spicy. Good value, but not a high quality or memorable Tequila.

Tequila Guru
80 ratings
  • 75 Rating

NOM 1603 | Aroma: heavy caramel and oak. Missing the agave. Hints of some chemical candy like aroma. I’m confident there’s some additive sweetners in this tequila. Pallet: oak and spice. Really sweet and smooth - not much agave. Taste like an average reposado. Finish is okay, medium in length. It’s not the worst ever, just not the best. Value. 7/10. Very affordable but I have to knock it because you are paying money for added sweeteners and coloring.

Tequila Enthusiast
9 ratings
  • 80 Rating

NOM 1603 | Mild, pleasant smell. Strong front flavor that cools to a nice finish. This was a gift so I don’t know the price. I would drink it again

Tequila Freak
24 ratings
  • 76 Rating

strong alcohol, bitter caramel

Tequila Aficionado
53 ratings
  • 72 Rating

NOM 1603 | Starts good. But gets way too hot in the back into finish. Starts with a bang though.

Tequila Aficionado
52 ratings
  • 89 Rating

NOM 1603 | Great smell, smoky flavor agave, vanilla, quite a bit of heat. I like this one a lot.

Tequila Warrior
47 ratings
  • 69 Rating

NOM 1603 | That’s an oak taste. Not too smooth but doesn’t go down bad. This is better for mixing then drinking straight. Got it for $27+tax. Basically you pay for what you get.

Tequila Enthusiast
8 ratings
  • 91 Rating

NOM 1603 | Would compare to casamigos, but have much more money in my wallet

Tequila Guru
90 ratings
  • 81 Rating

nose citrus spice alcohol taste spicy citrus vanilla with hot peppery finish

Tequila Guru
95 ratings
  • 80 Rating

Quite pleasant tequila to sip. Nothing special or sophisticated but smooth, balanced, and full of flavor. I would consider it a steal at this price range!

Tequila Maniac
37 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Specific store pick: Binny’s Tasting notes: Smoke, Oak, Agave, Vanilla, ends with a nice bitter cocoa/coffee taste Extremely smooth and rolls on the palate beautifully

Tequila Enthusiast
5 ratings
  • 100 Rating

NOM 1603 | The gentle smell of butter as you uncork. Perfect.

Tequila Savant
222 ratings
  • 83 Rating

Single Barrel from Wine Beer and Spirits. A steal at $25

Tequila Guru
78 ratings
  • 69 Rating

Sweet spice nose, medium body mouthfeel, spicy dry finish. A bit boring.

Tequila Savant
277 ratings
  • 83 Rating

NOM 1603 | Vanilla aroma. Warm finish at first then smoothed out. Good value

Other news & reviews

Additional news and perspectives about

The Tequila Tourist
Nov 25, 2012

Review #225 - El Mayor Tequila Reposado

El Mayor is an interesting brand. Great bottle, good distribution, widely varying pricing...and opinions that are all over the map.