Production Details | |
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NOM : | 1468 , |
Agave Type : | Tequilana Weber , |
Agave Region : | Jalisco (Los Altos), Single Estate , |
Region : | Jalisco (Los Altos Southern) , |
Cooking : | Stone/Brick Ovens , |
Extraction : | Roller Mill , |
Water Source : | - , |
Fermentation : | 100% agave, Stainless steel tanks , |
Distillation : | 2x distilled , |
Still : | Stainless Pot w/Copper Coil , |
Aging : | American White Oak barrels, Whisky barrels, French Oak barrels , |
ABV/Proof : | 40% abv (80-proof) |
Other : | Organic |
One of the newer brands on the market that caught our attention was Tequila Alquimia, an organic tequila made in the highlands of Jalisco. I distinctly remember Grover pulling me aside at the Monterey Tequila & Mezcal Expo and saying, “You need to try the
Nose: Sweet and inviting right out of the glass. You get cherry and ripe berries up front, with vanilla rounding things out and a solid base of cooked agave and oak. It’s got that desserty vibe without going overboard. Palate & Mouthfeel: The flavors from the nose carry through nicely with cherry, vanilla, and sweet cooked agave being joined by a touch of anise and a warm pepper kick that gives it some depth. The mouthfeel is smooth and balanced, with just enough heat to keep it interesting. Finish: That warm spice from the anise and pepper lingers in a really pleasant way. Not overpowering, just cozy. Final Thoughts: Definitely on the sweeter side, but really well done. Easy to sip, full of flavor, and an excellent value for what you’re getting.