Day three,top of the label: It took me a few sniffs and a conference with my wife to be able to put my finger on the first initial note of aroma I pick up, and that is Lychee (she like them in her boba) and a candy like sweetness that reminded me of the two-tone gummy worms, the white and orange ones. After a few moments the smell of oaky caramel fills the nostrils along with some citrus and heavy pepper, the smell of alcohol is not overpowering, in a good way, but a bit stingy as well. Upon taste and swallow, I get potent sweetness and oak full blast followed by a quick flash of citrus before the rising peppery burn on my tongue and in my chest at the same time. The finish is sweet, and that lingers quite a bit, but makes the mouth and tongue feel a bit sticky. Too sweet and peppery for me to repeatedly buy but a fair budget tequila.

Nom 1173. Found at Ukiah CA Costco for $18. Aroma is fair with no agave and nothing offensive. Very light brown sugar and honey. Taste is not good with no agave but I give credit for not overly sweet. Very thin in the mouth. Finish is ok but fades with some alcohol bitterness. Of the Costco tequilas this is the “easiest” to enjoy neat. The Blanco is too additive-laden and sweet. And the Añejo is too whiskey- barrel like. For under $20 this is a great bargain and can be used in cocktails.

Aroma: citrus, raw agave, vegetal, grass, tropical fruits. Palate: sweet cooked agave, tropical fruits, spices. Finish: very short, lite hint of agave.

NOM 1438 | Alcohol on the nose and in the mouth makes this tequila come off as hot and peppery. It also has some bitter oak tones that seem to sweeten a bit as the glass sits for a few minutes. This is better mixed in a margarita or paloma.

NOM 1173 | Nose: vanilla, oak, slight cooked agave Taste: cooked agave, vanilla, oak Finish: vanilla, sweetness, sugar The finish does not match the nose and taste

1173 - Tastes like vanilla extract and broken dreams

NOM 1173 | NOM 1173 Aroma: Oak, peat, caramel, earth, hint of citrus. Mild nose - I don’t pick up agave at all. Flavor: Oak, OAK, peat, charcoal, caramel, light citrus note. Light mouth feel, quick finish, pretty clean. Again, not a ton of agave coming through at all. This spirit has none of the identifiable characteristics of a well made, authentic agave expression. The nose and flavor profile were more akin to scotch with the presence of peat - zero agave present. The color alone looks more like an Anejo, guessing there are dyes added. However, it does not have that familiar artificial sweetness that’s found it “Big Tequila”. All and all, it’s fine spirit for what it is - a blended tequila that tastes like young scotch. It’s not a true agave expression and I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re looking for tequila, but it drinks well and it’s crazy affordable.

Not good at all, Alcohol with artificial sweetener additives. Don't recommend.

NOM 1173 | Nice legs which in this case is not necessarily a compliment. The oily mouthfeel is most likely artificially created. The sweetness is not really caramel/vanilla but more of the citrus variety. This helps with cocktails but takes away from sipping. This is a tequila which helps make a nice drink but is not a “real” experience when it comes to sipping and enjoying. It is better from the freezer but your ice creates the same effect in a blender drink. Always use the right tequila for your purpose.

NOM 1173 | Aroma agave, mineral citrus Flavor agave cooked mineral, pepper smooth finish

NOM 1173 | Oak flavor with artificial sweeter taste

NOM 1173 | On the sweet side, caramel mostly but there is agave also. Finish is a little warm. At 19 Washington’s for a liter it’s a great deal. Not much of a sipper but will be good for drinks or on the rocks if you’re out of better stuff. Had to try it at the price. You can do worse.

spice oak agave citris

Lots of caramel with some oak and agave. Sips good. warming not hot.

For the price it is valuable. I use it for mixing with seltzer or soda.

Pretty cheap at 20 bucks a liter. Okay as far as taste. Think it's better or equal to most with additives for twice the cost.

excellent, but almost too sweet. still incredible for the price

Nose: agave with hints of sweetness (caramel and molasses) palate: strong agave flavor with hints of oak and floral notes. finish: is somewhat smooth with a floral and agave after taste. Overall this tequila is fair. Well made for the price. Highly recommend for mixed drinks

Taste is not incredible but for the price not sure if there is anything better than this.

A very heavy agave on the nose with subtle hints of vanilla and Carmel. While the nose is there it is more subdued on the palate with oak coming in at the very end.

Excellent

Surprisingly nice aromas: citrus, sweet tropical vibe - pineapple and a little vegetal. Taste: cooked agave, again sweeter notes of tropical fruits.

Older bottle. Gets points for value. Average on all counts. Not disappointed but also would choose other bargain tequilas.

NOM 1438 | Best value in the tequila universe, hands down! I can sip this cheap stuff all day long.

NOM 1438 | Very lightly scented. I do detect some honey but I had to search for it. Medium to thin mouth feel with a peppery flavor and a slight hotness from the alcohol. Long finish with prominent bitterness. I don't like it as a drink taken neat but it would mix well. All that said, this bottle is quite inexpensive. Excellent value for sure. I'm going to let it breathe for a while and check back with it later. Update: Tasted again after allowing the glass to breathe for about 2 hrs. The nose is still very weak. Flavor is sweeter and more mellow. Finish is still long but with less bitterness. Still a little alcohol burn but not off-putting. Best to use this one for margaritas.