The nose opens with vibrant petrichor, followed by tangy seeded fruits, orange citrus, and a grounded core of rich cooked agave. Hay, lemon, grapefruit, and a faint thread of black tea bring both brightness and depth. On the palate, a sharp, grapefruit-like tang is accompanied by cooked agave, earthy tones, and a hint of passion fruit. There’s a soft, buttery texture that quickly gives way to a burst of anise, delicate florals, and a lemon custard note, adding a sweet, creamy contrast. Salinity and a hint of smoke weave through, with a green pepper spice that clings. The lemon citrus grows increasingly intense, adding a final burst of bite. The finish is quick, with a clean, gin-like echo that lingers on the tongue, accompanied by a refreshing touch of mint. Complex, vivid, and layered. I need two more bottles.

The edge between butterscotch and caramel quickly gives way to an overpowering tobacco-like aroma, sharply reminiscent of Skoal. Foral and vegetal tones mingle with a blue cheese funk and a fruity tanginess, I’m guessing from fermentation. The overall nose is wild and layered. On the palate, cooked agave anchors a boldly persistent tobacco profile, once again reminiscent of Skoal. Notes of bleu cheese, oxidized wine, and what some may interpret as overripe or even spoiled fruit (my wife remarked "rotten") complicate the experience. Yet, there's also orange citrus, honeyed caramel, and pineapple with other tart tropical fruit accents. A quiet freshness tries to break through, but the smokiness remains constant, casting its shadow over every layer. The finish is quick, featuring dry, sharp citrus, intensifying pepper, lingering grassiness, and a tobacco note that lingers on the glass. It’s unconventional, bold, and unapologetically distinct. Sure to split opinions but never to be forgotten.

Nice 1414 nose. Cooked agave and earthy. A bit of vanilla and caramel. Very nice on the palate. Cooked gave, barrel spices, apple, citrus, great finish.

Nose is amazing honey, agave, cinnamon, caramel, beautiful notes , pallet is same, amazing juice, great pick Lou!

Siempre anejo NOM 1414 on the nose i got hints of cognac, barrel spices, caramel, vanilla and subtle oak. went back in and got some chocolate. on the palate i also got the barrel spices, caramel and vanilla, with some whiskey. finish is spicy, starts somewhat dry and fades to sweet agave overall this is a well-balanced, easy sipper. another good one from Siempre, Sergio Cruz and the crew at Vivanco

Siempre rebel cask lou agave sib anejo This one grew on me the more I sipped it. It keeps evolving and has so many layers of complexity! If u like mezcal, i think you're really gonna enjoy this. As an agave geek, I really liked this one for the complexity, tho I'm not so much a mezcal fan. Nose: at first i got tropical notes, banana?!? some hay!? and cooked agave. As it opened, I got some floral notes - gardenia?! butter, even blue cheese! cinnamon... when i went back, no more banana. Was i crazy!?!? Palate: first off i got malolactic - blue cheese and campfire smokey, similar to what I get with Vivo. It Finishes with agave and a little black pepper spice.