Roca Patrón Añejo Tequila

My grandparents became convinced tequila was a health remedy. It's ironic because most people in America discover tequila at parties with friends, and I'm trying it because of my grandparents. Getting back to the drink, it's quite pleasant, but I definitely favor the Silver version. The bourbon cask aging results in an unusual, funky contrast that I dislike, yet also find appealing. The bourbon cask imparts corn sweetness, medicinal rye, and light oak spice, which feels peculiar against the smooth agave, creamy sweetness, maple syrup notes, texture, vegetable flavors, and subtle floral hints. While I think the Silver is superior, both are good.

An Agave Spirit made using the "Tahona" method and aged for about 14 months. It starts with aromas of cooked agave, fruit, wood, spice, mushroom, and raisin; then a fruity character emerges with notes of pineapple, grapefruit, wood, nuts, and hints of citrus, ginger, black pepper, caramel, and vanilla; leading to an earthy finish of moderate duration. May 2017

Good quality. The nose has abundant citrus, agave, and pepper, along with caramel and vanilla barrel notes. It's smooth, though the vanilla tastes a bit artificial, and the finish is brief.

Tastes of anise, fruit, and spice. Smells like licorice and spices. It's good, but not outstanding.

Works perfectly for Añejo old fashioneds and as a good tequila to sip.

Quite smooth with a nice finish.