Tequila Arette Blanco

Likely the finest tequila within its cost bracket. It's now my standard blanco. Before, it was espolon, but considering I can usually get a liter for around $20 before tax at my neighborhood liquor store, this is an easy choice. Similar in quality to espolon, but with a bit more fruit and floral notes compared to espolon. It's quite like Azteca Azul, but slightly superior in my judgment.

Tasted neat. The nose is impressive, offering abundant cooked agave, mineral/earthy notes, vegetal hints of grass and herbs, along with subtle floral and citrus undertones. The taste begins with rich, fruity agave, peppercorns, and floral vanilla, balanced by mild minerals, brine, and a touch of butter. The finish is sweet and herbal. This is a delicious and distinctive spirit, offering good value even with the inflated price from my local source.

A very well-balanced blanco tequila. You still detect the agave and floral notes, but they aren't overpowering. There's a subtle sweetness and pepper that truly completes it. It's something you could sip if necessary, but likely best used in cocktails.

Lemon scent, followed by peppery notes, could be savored for a long time, revealing new complexities with each sip.

Herbal and sweet. A long, slow burn. An excellent cocktail mixer. Probably the best value tequila I've experienced.

The finest blanco I've sampled; based on the flavor alone, I would have assumed it was a reposado.