tanstaafl2 Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 13 hours ago, bullitt said: The world of tequila will be a less informative place in 2017 with the close of two popular and informative tequila and all things agave web sites. These sites were where I learned about and grew to appreciate tequila and all agave expressions. There is a truly vast world of agave spirits to explore and enjoy. Most people will only ever barely begin to scratch the surface of agave spirits. Especially when there's stuff like bourbon out there vying for our attention. I confess I have not been paying much attention to tequila of late either. Which sites folded up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullitt Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 There has been little traffic on both over the last couple of years and I'm not 100% sure there will not be an effort to keep either up, but they have both announced that they will be ending. Blue Agave Forum and Tequila.net. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanstaafl2 Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 1 hour ago, bullitt said: There has been little traffic on both over the last couple of years and I'm not 100% sure there will not be an effort to keep either up, but they have both announced that they will be ending. Blue Agave Forum and Tequila.net. Hmm, I used to use Tequila.net on occasion if for no other reason than the NOM index was useful to see what was made where. But it has slowly gotten out of date so I guess now I know why! Never spent much time on Blue Agave forum even back in the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvd99 Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Just watched the semi finals of Top Chef which take place in Mexico. The contestants cooked a dish for employees of Patron. The winner of the episode's challenge was awarded a limited edition of Patron in a crystal decanter which the judges said was worth $7,500.00. The best part of the episode is that the winner immediately cracked it open and took a chug right out of the bottle. I don't know anything about tequila, but that was an awesome move. I wish retailers of LE bourbon would sell at retail prices with the requirement that the bottle be open at the register and nice pull be taken right from the bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpiz Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 I wish retailers of LE bourbon would sell at retail prices with the requirement that the bottle be open at the register and nice pull be taken right from the bottle. That'd go a long way toward bringing down prices on LE bottles. It'd also force me to drink the LEs more quickly rather than waiting for some hypothetical special occasion. This weekend I picked up a bottle of Don Abraham reposado to give to someone for housewarming. The Tequila Tourist blog gave high marks to both the blanco and the anejo, so I figured the reposado would be good as well. Ended up opening the bottle to make palomas, so I tried some neat. It has some really nice fruity agave notes with a peppery and slightly sour/bitter finish. Really good stuff for $35. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpiz Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 I grabbed a bottle of Chamucos Reposado this weekend. I've never had it, but World Market (Cost Plus) had it on sale for only $25, which was too cheap to pass up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I don't profess to be a tequila expert, but after opening this puppy up I have to say that it's the best sipping tequila I've ever had the pleasure to drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcpfratn Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 this was the margarita mix for cinco de Mayo. yep that's a 1.5 liter bottle!! This is definitely one of my favorite tequilas. Just wish I could find it here. Picked up my bottles of Blanco and Reposado in Cozumel. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcpfratn Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 Try Clase Azul Reposada. It is probably my favorite tequila next to Don Julio 1942. I take it back... For the price I like it more than 1942I had never seen Clase Azul Reposado or Blanco in any store near me until yesterday. I purchased both in Cozumel while on vacation after a tasting, and it's probably my favorite brand of tequila. The Blanco is very good and a bit cheaper than the Reposado. It comes in a clear glass version of the Reposado porcelain bottle. The price in the store near me was $100 for the Reposado, and I think $80 for the Blanco. Not cheap, but maybe now I'll have a glass a little more frequently since I know I can replace it when my bottles are empty without having to make a trip to Mexico. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpiz Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 I am enjoying a couple ounces of Campeon blanco. This was a K&L exclusive blend from a couple years ago, though I can't recall how it differs from the normal release of Campeon blanco. It starts pretty peppery, but the pepper fades into some earthy agave notes. Yum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Planning on making some mangoritas tonight when I get home with some Don Julio Reposado. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 10 hours ago, dcbt said: Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Planning on making some mangoritas tonight when I get home with some Don Julio Reposado. Quoting myself as Cinco de Drinko mangoritas came to fruition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpiz Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Quoting myself as Cinco de Drinko mangoritas came to fruition. Holy moly those look good.I just happened upon a new bar that is making free Avion tequila drinks tonight. I have a feeling several margaritas are in my future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 13 hours ago, Kpiz said: Holy moly those look good. I just happened upon a new bar that is making free Avion tequila drinks tonight. I have a feeling several margaritas are in my future. They were as good as they look. My wife is already asking if we can have them again tonight. Had to buy more mango at the grocery store this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinjoe Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 11 minutes ago, dcbt said: They were as good as they look. My wife is already asking if we can have them again tonight. Had to buy more mango at the grocery store this morning. They do look good, and we have mangos on hand! What's your recipe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, smokinjoe said: They do look good, and we have mangos on hand! What's your recipe? 1 1/2 cups diced, peeled mango 3 oz tequila 1 oz Cointreau2 oz lime juice3 tablespoons sugar2 cups ice cubes Blend! edit to add the above makes two 16oz servings (roughly) Edited May 6, 2017 by dcbt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journeyman Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Picked up a bottle of Fortaleza Blanco to replace the one I've almost finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 George Clooney just made a couple hundred mil on tequila: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2017/06/22/george-clooneys-quest-for-the-perfect-tequila-just-produced-a-billion-dollar-sale/?utm_term=.4c9e526d31b0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanstaafl2 Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 25 minutes ago, dcbt said: George Clooney just made a couple hundred mil on tequila: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2017/06/22/george-clooneys-quest-for-the-perfect-tequila-just-produced-a-billion-dollar-sale/?utm_term=.4c9e526d31b0 Well that is a relief. I know he is probably living paycheck to paycheck and now he has twins to pay for into his 70's... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 4 minutes ago, tanstaafl2 said: Well that is a relief. I know he is probably living paycheck to paycheck and now he has twins to pay for into his 70's... Yea, one blog I get said, "Casamigos was co-founded by George Clooney, and I know we all were really hoping that guy could finally get a win." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpiz Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 Well I was hoping his "quest" would end with the sale and I wouldn't have to see his smug grin on their marketing materials anymore, but it sounds as though he'll still be associated with the brand for the foreseeable future. Not all stories have happy endings...unless you're George Clooney. Thanks for the article dcbt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 Folks, I have a lot of experience with and a large collection of Mezcal, different agave varietals, producers... But I'm just beginning to explore tequila. I know, it is usually the other way around. Keeping in mind that I am familiar with agave in general, could you please give me a few pointers to get me started? Specifically, I am looking at advanced-level drinks at this point, with the presumption that my mezcal background is sufficient to appreciate non-entry tequilas (I might be terribly wrong there!). But I am hesitant to go & randomly buy those fancy extra anejos, as everybody recommends starting out with younger spirits that retain the blue agave character. Atm I have the Partida Reposado and Fortaleza Anejo in my bar. Took 2 pours from the former and enjoying its familiar agave taste combined with mild oak flavors. Aged agave spirits is relatively new to me, as most of the best mezcals around are unaged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 ^^^I would recommend that you read this thread. IMO, Max did a great job here, while laying out quite a nice blueprint for one to follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 2 hours ago, Paddy said: ^^^I would recommend that you read this thread. IMO, Max did a great job here, while laying out quite a nice blueprint for one to follow. Cheers, will do. To be honest I posted without going through all 40 pages, but will read everything in a day or two. Meanwhile, I cracked open the Fortaleza Anejo right now, and even though it is impressive in its own way, I can already see why aged tequilas could give the "wrong impression" to uninitiated drinkers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulO Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 There are many on this thread I'd still like to find. So far, I think reposados are my wheelhouse here. I recommend: Ultimo Agave, Olmeca Altos, and Espolon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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