Aha Toro Añejo

It's fruity, sweet, and spiced, with noticeable ginger, cloves, cherry, and strawberry. Creamy chocolate and burnt caramel notes are present, alongside distinct herbal and earthy undertones, and a hint of green olive. The finish is somewhat creamy. While it improves with subsequent drinks, the cherry menthol aspects are less desirable. Despite numerous flavors, they don't quite harmonize. Overall, this tequila presents as fruity and sweet with a menthol character. The aroma and initial taste feature green olive, but it remains balanced. Menthol is evident throughout, offset by smooth, creamy toffee, cherry hints, and distinct cinnamon and white pepper. A vegetal backbone reminds you it's tequila. It offers a developing complexity and is a unique, respectable choice for sipping, leaning towards a reposado profile which is acceptable. A slight numbing sensation on the finish resembles clove or Sichuan peppercorns. Caramel, toffee, some mint, cherry, and chocolate are noticeable. It's fairly smooth. This is a solid anejo, though not top-tier, outperforming Arta Anejo and nearly matching Don Julio 1942. It's fully developed but mildly flavored, making it a pleasant anytime sipper. This tequila subtly conceals its complexities. A toffee and woody element is present alongside mint, cherry, herbal, and spicy notes. Its intrigue is its main selling point, and it generally tastes good. While not intensely strong, it effectively masks most alcohol flavors. It's enjoyable, and an older expression would be interesting to explore. Fruity, minty, spicy, and rich, this is a robust anejo. Prominent caramel combines with minty alcohol, and vegetal agave is clearly present. It's a fine example of an anejo tequila. The spearmint is somewhat pronounced but not unpleasant. The flavor intensity is substantial for a tequila. Clove is the primary spice, adding a pleasant bitter richness that complements the 50% dark cocoa flavor. Tartness fits well with the dark cocoa. Mild wood and hay notes are present but unobtrusive. This is a very enjoyable tequila for sipping, with decent smoothness and balanced flavors. While not the richest or most complex, it finds a good equilibrium, offering a subtle nod to Don Julio minerals. I'd happily sip this, though a richer profile would be preferred.

What an amazing palate, rich dark cacao, light orange zest, pineapple, a bit of agave nectar and a light smoke from the brick ovens. Aromas of Agave and Cinnamon. Super elegant and complex. If you're making cocktails or shooting this you're wasting a fine artisanal tequila. Enjoy neat or with a sphere of ice (does not dilute, but keeps tequila cold). Let it rest on your tongue before you swallow so you get 100% of this amazing tequila.

Aha Toro should set the standard by which other tequilas are judged. Complex flavor that goes down smoothly and leaves you wanting more.

The taste is quite pure.

It's passable.

Yummy