On the nose, very rich agave, some citrus. Almost nutty. On the palate, absolute agave explosion, cinnamon, slightly vegetal in a really nice way. Medium-long and clean finish. Coming back to it, I’m getting a little brine. Very interesting and tasty. This is what carrera should be, even the 80pf made from this was nowhere near this caliber. This is a high proof that I think anybody who likes high proofs will enjoy.

jan 11, 2024 - tried the entire lineup at tequila town in San jose del cabo. I enjoyed the still strength the best

Was not a fan, says it is addictive free, but was overly sweet, not a lot of agave notes.

Nose: Peppery. Sweet spices. Vanilla, nutmeg & the scent of baby powder. Citrus bite on the nose. Minerals. Green agave. An artichoke/vegetal note in the background. Flavor: A blast of pepper and cinnamon on the first sip, which trails off fairly quickly leaving anise and sweet agave. Nice oily texture. Gentle brininess balances the unctuousness. The peppery note reappears, and joins forces with the ethanol, registering significant levels on the Scoville scale. Sweetness throughout. Borderline cloying aftertaste. Grapefruit pith on the finish.

This blanco SS is really well made and is a pure agave bomb in aroma and taste, along with some baking spices, white pepper, olive (briny), sweet citrus and orange peel. It also possesses a Los Altos petrichor, balanced minerality and buttery sensation. Finish is also very pleasant. Sampled a very tiny amount (.5 oz), but definitely want to revisit again.

Just starting … nose: fresh agave, vegetal, floral , minerality, fresh water source, some citrus melon….taste: little heat, bitter sweetness, cooked agave comes through but it’s not the first thing I taste, grapefruit, slightly meloactic but not off putting … nice finish, just enough to let you know it’s a HP. Well done.

Just wow the taste of agave right up front and stays the entire time. Nose- for it to be 54proof there’s no alcohol on the nose. It’s a very subtle but interesting cooked agave (baking spices), little citrus (pineapple), slight minerals, little meloactic . But agave agave agave. Taste- very much similar to the nose. Nice cooked Agave right up that last throughout, some citrus, black pepper, molasses, a tad bit of anise but it all hides well behind the agave presence. This has a medium to long finish with a nice thick viscous mouthfeel

Carrer's high proof is excellent. A really good sipping high proof. You need 3 sips to get used to the proof. Once your pallet is acclimated, the mouth feel is complex, bold, funk and a nice flowery agave sweet finish Medium finish. I get chocolate/coco, funk, citrus, earth on the nose. Surely different than others. Not as agave forward as others, but it's there. Nice change from heavy agave forward brands. Highly recommend this high proof blanco. It can't be beat for the money. Carrera did a great job with this one.

Lote: CTB056, bottled on 16-06-2023, tasted on 2-2-24. Aroma: light sweet cooked agave, light earthiness, hint of fruitiness, light acidity, light citrus. Light green vegetal notes. Hint of black pepper. Palate: confirms aromas perceived, black pepper and fruity notes are more intense on the palate, cooked agave notes are also sweeter on the palate. Finish is medium to long, light sweet cooked agave with a hint of fruitiness, light black pepper and acidic notes persist.

Man, this tequila disappointed me. The nose was absolutely incredible, just loads of cooked agave followed by some cinnamon, minerals, stewed citrus, and wet earth. I was really excited to taste it. Then I tasted it… I got a rush of semi sweet cooked agave but that flavor was quickly overcome by this excessive salty/minerally flavor (think of sea water and I love minerality in my tequilas!) alongside a very hot and astringent flavor/finish. And I am a high proof/cask strength type of guy, but it was way out of balance. I did let it breathe for 10, 20, 30, and 60 minutes. Letting it breathe did release some of that heat and exposed more agave flavor but that astringency was hard to not notice. I’ll need to revisit as I may have gotten a bad batch.

Heavy agave taste and aroma. Has a faint aftertaste that's sweet, almost like corn liquor. Reminds me of mezcal in a way, but not smokey. The earthiness is definitely there, light citrus and a minerality with brine. Such an intense tequila! fantastic all the way around. This tops my choice so far with still strength/high proof tequila. I'm going to stock up on this stuff

Was pleasantly surprised by the flavor and complexity of this one. Drinks like less than a 108 proof. Very good.

Aroma has some sweet citrusy, lime notes. Agave. Taste is more of roasted agave, brine, lime peel. Sweet and very balanced heat. Overall tastes lighter than 54% and so very enjoyable.

Aroma was very earthy, fresh grass, minerality, baking spices. Palette was very funky vegatal, subtle agave sweetness and baking spices. Lots of pepper up front, my tongue was tingling for a while. It’s not bad but not great. Expected so much more for how much it’s hyped by Tequila Hombre. It’s a good value for high proof by nothing mind blowing flavor wise.

agave forward, love it high proof but it's an amazing find. cost is good underrated.

Good hoghproof blanco tequila. But for me, it felt innocuous and uninteresting.

Aroma - sweet cooked agave, baking spices,hint of vanilla Palate - same as nose, sweet cooked agave, baking spices,light vanilla, very easy to drink for a hp blanco, I thought this was over hyped by some ratings but it’s actually delicious. There’s clearly some people hating on this HP blanco due to a YouTuber involved in the making of this tequila.

This high-proof Blanco tequila, clocking in at 54% abv, offers a truly captivating experience for agave enthusiasts. Upon nosing, it greets you with an enchanting aroma of cooked agave, reminiscent of the ovens at the distillery as they open to reveal the freshly cooked agave. Complementing this are notes of cinnamon, baking spices, butter, citrus, and white pepper, creating a nose that's nothing short of remarkable. Taking your first sip, you'll find that this Blanco envelops your palate in a super oily, silky-smooth texture, providing an excellent mouthfeel. The rich, cooked agave flavor takes the forefront, akin to savoring freshly cooked agave from the ovens. This is followed by natural caramelized sugar notes, a buttery essence, hints of citrus, and a remarkably rich cinnamon note that lingers on your tongue, offering an exquisite finish. What makes this Blanco particularly outstanding is its dedication to being additive-free. For those who appreciate the pure essence of tequila, free from any additives, this is a true gem. The high proof adds an extra layer of intensity to the experience, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate the bold and robust character of high-proof blancos. This high-proof, additive-free Blanco tequila is a must-try for agave aficionados. It delivers an authentic cooked agave flavor profile, and the high proof elevates the experience, making it an absolute delight for those who crave bold, unadulterated tequila flavors.

The aroma and taste and mouthfeel of this one-time offering are legendary, brought to us by one Cool Dude and Carrera. There's no still strength and high proof that has raised the bar so high. I can't smell or taste or feel the 54% on my palate or mouth, sure does hit like 54%.

As an Hp I appreciate the complex flavors with this strong finish. Depending on your mood and setting this taste profile will truly delight your taste buds.

Agave, grapefruit, sweet citrus, touch of mineral and vegetation, light earth, alcohol. Can tell this is high proof.

Nose: Sweet cooked agave, cinnamon, baking spices, and some citrus comes through as well. The best way I could describe it would be extremely bright. I don't think I've had something so easy to nose. It's extremely fragrant, the aromas just permiate from the glass. Palate: The amount of natural sweetness is just unreal. It's like a bite of cooked agave with caramelized brown sugar on top. It has enough bite to let you know it's high proof, but it's very easy to drink. It has some nice pepper in there as well, that helps balance out the intense, but very pleasant sweetness. This review is from my first pour. I'm looking forward to how it opens up over time and what else I can pull from it.