Production Details | |
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NOM : | 1103 , |
Agave Type : | Tequilana Weber , |
Agave Region : | Jalisco (Los Altos) , |
Region : | Jalisco (Los Altos Southern) , |
Cooking : | Stone/Brick Ovens , |
Extraction : | Roller Mill , |
Water Source : | - , |
Fermentation : | Stainless steel tanks, 100% agave, Open-air fermentation , |
Distillation : | 2x distilled , |
Still : | Stainless Steel Pot , |
Aging : | Whisky barrels, Used barrels , |
ABV/Proof : | 40% abv (80-proof) |
Other : | - |
Nose: Right off the bat, you get spicy rye and black pepper, backed by some oak and just a hint of agave. Honestly, it’s way more subdued than I expected - especially compared to something like the GTS expression. Not as punchy, definitely more laid back. Palate & Mouthfeel: The mouthfeel is thick and satisfying. It really coats the palate. Sweet notes take the lead here, orange marmalade, brown sugar with a little pepper on the back end. There’s not a ton of agave presence, but the spicy rye influence comes through. It’s tasty, albeit a bit muted, and like the other Corazon Expressions I have tried in this lineup, feels more like an agave experiment than a true tequila. Finish: Pretty underwhelming. It wraps up quickly with some vanilla and that same burnt sugar, but not much else. You’ll be looking for more that just isn’t there. Final Thoughts: This isn’t really for the tequila traditionalist. But if you’re into unique pours or thinking cocktail applications, this could make a killer Manhattan. Just don’t expect a classic tequila experience - because it’s not that.