Bright, herbaceous, and light. A perfect blanco for sipping or a cocktail!
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Quite simply, we never regret reaching for this bottle of agave-forward #tequila because it’s dependable and delicious.
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Aroma : Some vanilla, citrus and agave notes. Earth and black pepper aromas as well. Taste : Black pepper heavy with oily, full agave, cinnamon, oak, some citrus. Not much caramel or vanilla to speak of. But it certainly doesn't feel like I'm missing out. Finish : Lingering agave spice and pepper. Some degree of oak and citrus.