Tequila Ocho Plata Puntas - 2023 Mesa Colorada

Type: Tequila
Brand: Tequila Ocho
Nom
1474
237 Ratings See All

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Production Details
NOM : 1474 ,
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 : Deep well water ,
Fermentation : Wood fermentation tanks, 100% agave, Open-air fermentation, Fermentation without fibers ,
Distillation : 2x distilled ,
Still : Copper Pot ,
Aging : - ,
ABV/Proof : 53% abv (106-proof)
Other : Distilled at or near proof, No additives, High-proof

Profile

Aromas & Flavors Detected By Our Community

Aromas Detected

29
Agave (cooked)
15
Citrus
14
Pepper (black)
14
Vegetal
13
Minerals
10
Herbal
8
Earth
8
Grass
8
Mint
6
Cinnamon
5
Brine/Salt
5
Alcohol

Flavors Detected

29
Agave (cooked)
23
Pepper (black)
19
Citrus
18
Minerals
13
Alcohol
12
Vegetal
11
Herbal
11
Mint
10
Brine/Salt
7
Earth
7
White Pepper
6
Lime

Ratings

Personal Scores & Reviews From Our Community

Tequila Phenom
313 ratings
  • 94 Rating

Very drinkable for such a high proof. Lots of flavor very vegetal with notes of mint. Can't wait for the next iteration

Tequila Honey Badger
1377 ratings
  • 93 Rating

Wow, just wow. Appreciate the notes on the back label.

Tequila Savant
219 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Nose: agave sweet / pepper/ vegetal/ flora /earth / pineapple/ grapefruit/ spearmint/ Taste: sweet agave/ cinnamon/ pineapple/ lime / lemongrass / alcohol Finish: a superb wet mouthfeel finish that allows a lingering sweetness that turns peppery and minty at the end This high proof plata is my gateway pour into a love of high proofs. It’s sweet but balanced and stay true to more bold flavors than average 40% abv expressions provide. It’s a beautiful sipper.

Tequila Savant
226 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Very agave forward on the nose. I also get citrus, black pepper and cinnamon. On the tongue, it has a nice sweet agave and then is followed by a big dose of black pepper. I get citrus and strong alcohol. The finish is very clean but a tad thin. Light viscosity. The ABV is the star here. This is what you think of when you want a traditional HP blanco.

Tequila Savant
201 ratings
  • 88 Rating

Sticking with the 2021 puntas. I feel 2021 has more flavor than 23

Tequila Boss
520 ratings
  • 88 Rating

Seems awfully light in aroma and flavor. I may revisit and tweak scoring. EDIT: Original score was 85. I have updated the aroma, flavor, and finish scores. The description on the rear label, written by Remy, is beautiful, but in these first few pours, I'm only getting a fraction of the notes listed.

Tequila Savant
242 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Emanating with a captivating allure, the robust aroma unfolds with pronounced minerality reminiscent of wet concrete taking center stage. A delightful interplay of agave, grassiness, honey, invigorating mint, subtle alcohol, and notes of green citrus contribute to the complex and enticing olfactory profile. As the palate experiences the initial onslaught, an intriguing combination emerges. Anise, the essence of agave, and a refreshing sour grassiness intermingle with vegetal notes, creating a dynamic palate. The heat asserts itself, gripping the esophagus, while a swift and lively pepper bite enlivens the tongue. Concrete minerality persists, accompanied by a nuanced touch of brine, hints of pineapple, and a lingering essence of candied alcohol, resulting in a captivating and multifaceted taste experience. The culmination of this tasteful journey is found in the finish, characterized by a gradual fade of agave, leaving behind a refreshing sense of freshness. Subtle traces of honeysuckle delicately intertwine with the lingering soft minerality, imparting a nuanced and sophisticated conclusion to this delicious and uniquley curated expression.

Tequila Badass
435 ratings
  • 87 Rating

This has a matalactic funkiness on the nose. However it does not overshadow the cooked agave nose, and minerality. The taste involves cooked agave (baking spices), citrus like grilled pineapples , slight light butterscotch type sweetness deep within. This is a nice blonco.

Tequila Phenom
321 ratings
  • 87 Rating

I’m out the outlier here. I don’t love Puntas. The brine isn’t my favorite but still an authentic offering. subtle nose with sweetness on the palate. Lots of brine and a peppery finish.

Tequila Badass
494 ratings
  • 87 Rating

Brine agave tasty goodness

Tequila Badass
466 ratings
  • 90 Rating

Close to the 2021. The 106 proof is definitely evident. White and black pepper, sweet cooked agave and citrus note. Great nose and mouth feel

Tequila Savant
228 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Let this one open up and the complexity of flavors will shine. My first sip (after warming up my palate) was briny, peppery, and hot. Let it site for 10+ minutes, and you’re in for a treat. However, I prefer the 2021 Puntas over the 2023.

Tequila Ninja
145 ratings
  • 90 Rating

Simply amazing. THIS is what tequila is supposed to be. Forget all the rest, Id put 100 bottles in my cabinet if I could. Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of other delicious Blancos out there but this one is very special, on the nose pallet and finish, just fantastic juice.

Tequila Wizard
732 ratings
  • 93 Rating

Amazing aroma. Crisp mouth feel. Taste is complex with lots of agave. Does not finish like a 53%. It’s very smooth and absolutely delightful! Very fortunate to have just bought a bottle at the distillery, which I will have a hard time not diving into as soon as I get home from Jalisco!

Tequila Honey Badger
1001 ratings
  • 93 Rating

Hard to believe that they could outdo the 1st Lot, raising the proof pushed it higher in every aspect! Great job!

Tequila Boss
556 ratings
  • 93 Rating

Downgrading the 2023 to a 93. Unlike many others, I prefer the original by a hair. They both have a different nose and taste. I love a well-made quality Blanco, especially high-proof.

Tequila Boss
588 ratings
  • 91 Rating

tasted at distillery oct 2023 tequiladies jalisco trip Puntas blanco Mesa Colorada field 53% Floral agave spice pepper citrus cacao a little bitterness green bell pepper Easy sipper. Spicier than last yrs I want to revisit side-by-side with 2021 puntas la Ladera.

Tequila Wizard
982 ratings
  • 91 Rating

Nose: Immersive green grassy scents, pine, alpine freshness and warm citrus notes. Much like setting foot into the agave receiving patio as freshly harvested piñas are being dumped and chopped. Initial aromas meet and mingle with the heady fragrance of nearby cooked agaves just finishing the cooling down stage. Alluring agave aromas seep into your senses and linger. Molasses, sweet potato, spicy pumpkin. Cinnamon and allspice. Marzipan and vanilla bean flan. Tidal pool brininess. Bright and brimming floral top notes. Orange blossoms, tropical frangipanis, cinnamon dusted jasmine. A whisper of spearmint and bitter almond. Woody rosemary, fennel and celery. Earthy, gritty minerals. Flavors: Ancho chiles and cracked black pepper. Savory salinity. Glazed candied yams. Salted butterscotch. Almonds. Green apple, charred pineapple, tangerine zest and green field agave. Dark roasted Italian espresso and toasted cocoa nibs bring trace bitter nuances, and act as anchoring base notes. Bright, buttery, sleek.

Tequila Warrior
40 ratings
  • 91 Rating

Juicy fruit!

Tequila Savant
250 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Aroma: Sweet Agave, Black Pepper, very Vegetal, Citrus ( Orange a d Orange Peel), Earthy, High Minerality, Lots of Anise and Herbs, Briny, and a little Cinnamon. Taste: Very similar to the standard Blanco, but extremely more on steroids taste! Super Sweet Agave mixing with Black Pepper, Anise and Herbs. The Vegetal component is very present. You definitely get all the Vegetalness, Earthiness and great balance of Minerality. All the Orange Citrus from the nose are on display. There is a Briny and Buttery Flavor that does coat the mouth nicely. Finish: The Agave ride this out mixing with the Black Pepper, Anise and Vegetalness in heightened Ocho Fashion! TMM 89

Tequila Warrior
46 ratings
  • 91 Rating

Nose: Minty, herbal, citrus, anise, vegetal Palate: Same as the nose. The mint and citrus really dominate, but there is a vegetal, herbal note at the end that is interesting and hard to place. Finish: Lingers on the tongue for a fairly long time. Very nice as a sipper. Verdict: Excellent sipper, though there are better overproof blancos that you can find for cheaper. The price point of this one loses it a few points with me, to be honest.

Tequila Guru
85 ratings
  • 89 Rating

Aroma: Agave, Anise, Mint, Mineral, Earth, Salt Palate: Agave, Anise, Mint, Mineral, Earthy Salt, Medium Body, Long Finish

Tequila Enthusiast
5 ratings
  • 71 Rating

Smooth but not a an interesting flavor profile

Tequila Guru
86 ratings
  • 88 Rating

Price affected rating. Too high but breat tequila.