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#153
Just now, Matuka said:

So @GreenspointTexas, heading to CDMX soon, will try to hit up Mis Mezcales.  Any mezcal recommendations?

How much time you got?

 

but seriously, anything by Pal Alma/Almamezcalera, Real Minero, or Neta. Really depends on what type of varietal(s) you are looking for. 

#154
Just now, GreenspointTexas said:

How much time you got?

 

but seriously, anything by Pal Alma/Almamezcalera, Real Minero, or Neta. Really depends on what type of varietal(s) you are looking for. 

Ha! Thanks, looking for something I can't get in the U.S., not too herbal tasting.  Went to Oaxaca last November, didn't know shit about mezcal (still don't); had a mezcal tasting outside Teotitlan del Valle when our driver took us by a palenque.  Bought a bottle to take home, but turns out it wasn't in the sweet spot of alcohol percentage.  It wasn't bad though.  

#155
40 minutes ago, Matuka said:

Ha! Thanks, looking for something I can't get in the U.S., not too herbal tasting.  Went to Oaxaca last November, didn't know shit about mezcal (still don't); had a mezcal tasting outside Teotitlan del Valle when our driver took us by a palenque.  Bought a bottle to take home, but turns out it wasn't in the sweet spot of alcohol percentage.  It wasn't bad though.  

In that case, Sanzekan is legit, as is anything by Dixeebe

#158

@GreenspointTexas

just got back from Mismezcales, had to work for it.  Was closed when we got there and couldn’t get phone, text or WhatsApp to work.  But here is what I pulled the trigger on…

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#159

Nice! Never seen those two on the right. The espina negra tobala is supposed to be really good, but ive never had it. I believe its available in the states, but I may be wrong. Lemme know your thoughts on each

#160
1 hour ago, GreenspointTexas said:

Nice! Never seen those two on the right. The espina negra tobala is supposed to be really good, but ive never had it. I believe its available in the states, but I may be wrong. Lemme know your thoughts on each

Will do.  Taking the espina negra (I do believe available in the U.S. as well) and cuero viejo home; the Sinai is for sipping here straight and in cocktails (bought fresh grapefruit and lime/cucumber juices for mixers).

Grapefruit must be in season, heavy smell in the fruit section…smells freakin’ awesome.

  • 1 month later...
  • 1 month later...
#162

Up in the middle of nowhere Colorado, in some random liquor store next to a gas station I was filling up at. Left with both for about $110 and the owner was happy to get rid of them. 

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#165

I usually go through Tanteo Jalapeño pretty fast, but a neighbor just dropped off a bottle of this and said it makes a killer ranch water. Will report back.

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#166
4 hours ago, Buzzrock said:

I usually go through Tanteo Jalapeño pretty fast, but a neighbor just dropped off a bottle of this and said it makes a killer ranch water. Will report back.

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Following . . .

#168
5 hours ago, GreenspointTexas said:

Dear god

Ha!  I predicted that response from you.

  • 2 weeks later...
#172
5 minutes ago, Matuka said:

Por qué?

There has very little distinguishable flavor other than rubbing alcohol/heat.  Been sitting on it for months trying to get into it and had my sommelier sister in law try it to see what she thought and it's just a poor expression from this distiller.  Especially at the price point.  

#174
16 hours ago, GreenspointTexas said:

Im not gonna shill for 5S, but that opinion is interesting. Gonna have to try the bottle I have of that ensamble tonight

Please. Would love your thoughts as someone who is way more experienced in this area. 

  • 4 weeks later...
#175

Went to our local place that we go most Fridays. Wanted something different so got got a Dun Julio 1942 over ice.  Damn good. 

  • 1 month later...
#177

Interesting...

Some reviewers say it's a good bottle to pick up for the price.

#178
38 minutes ago, Matuka said:

Interesting...

Some reviewers say it's a good bottle to pick up for the price.

Def, I got it for $64 at Shaker. I'll pay that all day for a good sipper. 

#180
1 minute ago, GreenspointTexas said:

Del Maguey is always solid. They are like the Sam Adams of Mezcal brands in the US

I need some of your recs on Mezcal that is  relatively obtainable. No cost considerations, just high quality. I love this area of liquor and want to build up a good selection. 

#184

Drinking the Tobaziche now. This is the closest a mezcal has come to tasting like scotch. Initial sweetness that moves into clay and peat to me. It's really interesting. Only my third Del Maguey but I respect their stuff. 

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#185

Marca Negra time. Started out bad with the cork breaking in the bottle neck. Was able to fish it out without any into the bottle. This is so different. Mineral, spice, veg, mint and anise. It's hotter as well. 

  • 4 weeks later...
#186

This shit is awesome. Haven’t been able to find it in Atlanta but showed up in Athens when I was home last week. Highly recommend.

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#187
I usually go through Tanteo Jalapeño pretty fast, but a neighbor just dropped off a bottle of this and said it makes a killer ranch water. Will report back.

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Following . . .


Never followed up on this. It’s ok to put in cocktails but I’ve been seeking out additive free tequilas lately. At some point I’ll try making my own cucumber/jalapeño tequila with a good clean Blanco.
#192
3 hours ago, Buzzrock said:

I sent my dad back to pick me up more Fortaleza today - sold out. 

$65 for a 750ml reposado? 🤨

 

#195

Super smooth often means additives like glycerin. Tequila Matchmaker says one of the main flavors is vanilla, which usually means additives. I’m nowhere near a Specs but I’ll try it if I see it on a bar. 

#196
This shit is awesome. Haven’t been able to find it in Atlanta but showed up in Athens when I was home last week. Highly recommend.

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Don’t sleep on that Cascahuin. It’s also a great tequila and much easier to find.
#197

Really there are only 3-4 blancos worth a shit in the US market: Fortaleza (my go to), Cascahuin, G4, and mayyyybe Siete Leguas (havent followed up with their practices in 4-5 years but they used to be legit). Almost every other tequila producer uses additives and/or diffusers on their agave. 
 

that reposado is cheap. Ive seen it in Houston for more… when its on the shelves. I usually pay around that much for the Fortaleza blanco. 

#198
9 hours ago, CooterBrown said:


Don’t sleep on that Cascahuin. It’s also a great tequila and much easier to find.

It’s on my list. Should have picked it up when I was there. 
 

Found the Fortaleza elsewhere but the told it’s “allocated” and I could only have one. Here we go…

#199

This is a recommended list from some tequila nerd on IG. These are all additive free according to him. I liked the Ocho, Siete Leguas, and Espolon. 

 

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