Nose: Clean and inviting. Bright lemon and fresh mint come through first, balanced by a solid core of cooked agave. Subtle floral notes add a bit of lift, while black pepper gives it some structure. Palate & Mouthfeel: Smooth and well rounded with a creamy texture that carries the flavors effortlessly. Sweet, SWEET agave leads the way, followed by a mineral edge, black pepper, citrus, and cool mint. A raw jalapeño note adds a fresh, green kick that lends a sharp vegetal note without overwhelming. Finish: Warm and balanced. Hints of cinnamon and anise show up just enough to add depth without overpowering the sweetness. It’s a clean, satisfying finish that lingers gently. Final Thoughts: Simply outstanding. This is tequila at its absolute best. It’s elegant, expressive, and incredibly well made. A standout across the board.

On the nose: Cooked agave, grass, mint, white sugar, pepper, vanilla, earth, On the pallet: cooked agave, pepper, white sugar, grass, mint, vegital, some heat from the 49.3% alcohol. This is one of those blancos that sets the standard for what’s possible with a blanco. It’s high proof and flavor packed. Every flavor is blended and balanced perfectly. It’s an incredible gem if you can get your hands on it! I was lucky to find it at the Ace hotel Kyoto hotel bar. Delicious!

Nose: agave forward / smooth bright clean / alcohol / buttery/ touch green apple / cherry / citrus / salt Flavor: agave sweetness / buttery smooth but also very bright and crisp vanilla tone / tiny banana taste / Dark fruit / pear / tiny hint of black white pepper / nutmeg Finish: lingering crisp clean feel with citrus honey This is a work of art. Fine art. It’s worth the time to sip at sunset to have a full experience with this beautiful exhibition of tequila making at its finest.

This is a special tequila. The nose is sweet with cooked agave and flowers. A very nice mint presence with a touch of black pepper citrus and earth. Taste is agave and black pepper at the forefront. Filled by mint and earth. Flowers are also present a hint of herbs and minerals. It has a buttery mouthfeel and a nice finish. A very pleasant pour to say the least. I wish this were easy to obtain as many won’t get to try it. If you do have a chance don’t pass it up. See my comparison against another Criollo in my 7 Decadas review. I like this one better.

Truly exceptional! One of the best blancos I’ve ever tried. Crisp citrus, buttery agave, hint of mint and black pepper. If you find it don’t pass it up!

Top tier, holy grail blanco, sweet agave just dominates the nose and pallet and this is exactly what a blanco tequila should be imo, finish is long and sweet and spicy, mouthfeel is perfectly silky, phenomenal juice.

Cooked agave, mint on the nose with a little black pepper and a hint of citrus. Trying this was a real treat, especially since I doubt I'll ever get the opportunity again. The mouth feel had a light to medium viscosity and the I really loved the rich mineral undertones that I got with this one the finish. Nose: Agave, Mint, Anise, Herbal, Minerality, Grassy, Sea Salt, Floral, Jalapeño, Butter Mouthfeel: Light to light-medium-bodied Palate: Agave, Anise, Minerality, Bkack Pepper, Rosemary, Thyme Finish: Agave, Black Pepper, Licorice, Brine, Fruity, Floral and Minerals

Bottle #10012 Upon the initial pour, the pronounced aroma of stone minerality permeates the air. Upon closer inspection, the nose reveals a harmonious blend of floral tones, raspberry nuances, intertwined with caramel and honey, complemented by a subtle earthiness reminiscent of beet. A faint nuttiness, a touch of freshness, and hints of orange citrus further contribute to the profile. The palate is greeted by a rush of flavors, prominently featuring minerality and cooked agave, accompanied by tropical fruit notes and hints of kiwi tanginess. The interplay of green pepper, warm anise, nuttiness, and caramel adds depth, while a subtle peppermint undertone and a nod to gin contribute to this unique tasting experience. The finish lingers assertively, leaving a lasting impression on the palate. Cooked agave notes with citrus nuances, maintains a sense of freshness. The grassy and floral notes, coupled with subtle smokiness, gracefully coat the tongue, gradually fading away but in a lingering manner.

On the nose, huge punch of agave. Very vegetal, earthy, and mineral forward. Very herbal and “green”. An interesting floral note. On the palate, the agave is clearly the star of the show. White pepper, very earthy. I’ve heard a lot of people get minty notes and I’m not personally, but there’s something there that I can completely see being considered a mint note. Can’t put my finger on it, but it has that cool and fresh quality. Overall, a delicious tequila. Definitely have some if you can find it. There may be a bottle somewhere. I’ve seen it priced in the $130 range and that is too high for me personally, but at the $90 I found it at, I’m definitely happy with it.

Beautiful in the glass with a really nice clean, not at all syrupy viscosity. The aroma for me is grass and white pepper. Fresh out of the bottle, the first taste was a burst of flavors and heat. By the second sip my palate had adjusted to the higher proof and it was really delicious! I taste the grass but am picking up a sweeter profile with licorice, anise, and maybe even a hint of vanilla. Nice lingering warm finish making me want more!

To mirror what someone else noted, fruit loop like scent with floral and cucumber essence balanced with agave notes. Flavor is agave, peppery, clean and pure. Finish, for a higher proof is about as perfect as it gets. Enough burn to punch through but never overpowering. Very sweet and unique Criollos.

Clean citrusy zest aromas melded with cooked agave. Sweet and viscous across the palate. Amazing burst of pepper and vegetal flavors on the finish. This is a special tequila.

One of the best blancos I’ve had! Didn’t even noticed it was a high proof, it was so easy to sip. A must have in your bar! I love the complexity of this tequila, and the subtle notes in every context below: Aroma: cooked agave, herbal & sweet citrus, grassy/earthy, white pepper & sweet hints Flavor: agave, sweet mint, orange/tangerine, orange blossom and a rich mineral end. Texture: medium to rich and oily mouthfeel, such a warm buttery sensation that exemplifies its delicious silky profile. Minimum alcohol presence

Very well rounded, love everything in the nose stays around for awhile, flavor is great and the finish punch of floral, earth and fire at the end.

Go get this. Very nice clean and exciting blonco. Loads of agave (baking spices), citrus, fruit, and lots of pepper on the back end. Very nice

8/2023 adjusting my rating because it needs to be higher!!! its my highest rated blanco. i had it at 92 but I'm increasing ... 9/8/22 this is my 2nd bottle. I let this sit for over an hour and it is delicious. got more anise on the finish this time. still lovin it. 5/20/21 Finally opened the Calle 23 last nt. It was yummy. Hit u in the face with sweet cooked agave. This is very complex tequila, and I keep getting new scents and flavors each time I drink it. Nose: In addition to the sweet cooked agave, I get some mint, floral, tropical fruit, earthy/vegetal scents and a touch of pepper. Taste: Sweet cooked agave and that special tropical fruit taste (I like to call it bubblegum)/banana, the mint is still there as are the vegetal flavors, some citrus and the pepper is more prominent in the taste than nose. Finish: nice and long, some anise and that tropical fruit carries thru and there's a warmth that stays with u, which I love.

The heavens. The platinum standard of tequila

Very unique and I think it’s a really good tequila. Looking at the reviews I thought I’d like it a lot more. The nose is nice. I get vegetal, agave and citrus. You definitely feel the heat when it hits your tongue. The more I drank it the more I liked it. Complex. Pepper, agave, vegetal and citrus for me. The finish it a little hot. I would definitely recommend giving it a try. Fun, unique tequila.

I usually prefer tequilas that have been aged a little but this blanco has so much flavor that it has become an instant favorite. Sweet earthy aroma and lots of complexity in the flavor. The only downside is the price but well worth it.

Bold and flavorful Aroma: cooked agave, licor anise, mineral, flowers, green bell pepper, mint, melon, vegetal, earth. Palate: Well water, agave, natural sugar, mint, cloves, gooseberry, butter cream, vegetal, fruity, black pepper. Finish: black pepper and lots of agave, mint, arugula, coffee beans, sugar, butter, fruits. This tequila takes a place above the TOP shelve brands, and next to my three favorite blancos I’ve had up to 4/2021

Big agave nose up front. Vegetal and earthy, with green olives and bell pepper. The entry is not what you'd expect from an over-proof spirit, not as harsh as others in the category. It is oily and palate coating. The finish is long and complex, a mix of bitter/sweet/heat. Fantastic stuff.

No. 14617 49.3% Initial nasal impact is warming with slight prickle. Herbal, mineral, anise and cooked agave on the aroma. Oily mouthfeel with generous heat. Wow, flavor profile is very unique. Ancho pepper, honey, limestone, celery, licorice and sage. Lemon zest and some clementine comes in on the med - long finish, but the limestone and sage are still sticking around. The finish on this is The Bomb, absolutely outstanding. Overall a complex high proof blanco, that unfortunately is no longer made.

Aroma : Cooked agave, herbal, grass, and mint notes hit first, then cinnamon, earth, and some minerality. Like many high proofs, the longer you let this open up the better. Taste : Bright and crisp cooked agave with black pepper, cinnamon, citrus, grass, mint, and mineral notes. There is light spice here and just the right balance of buttery agave sweetness. The texture is thick and oily, and the extra alcohol is barely noticeable considering the higher ABV. Finish : Very long and prolongs all the previous notes with some new emphasis on green olives and butter. Very complex tequila with lots of depth, but every note is distinct and works together in just the right way. This is one of the few times I've had to cut myself off because it's that good. Every tequila fan NEEDS to try this.

I felt this had a lot heat. The alcohol is high obviously. Good mineral and floral notes. Rustic Blanco traits of cooked agave. Citrus notes are over taken by the heat. Light sweetness on the finish

Tasted at Don Quinta Jose hotel. Good solid blanco. Aroma taste and finish are good.