Going to a party at my buddy’s this weekend and he’s become a big Tequila guy in the past year or so. Can any BBI tequila connoisseurs recommend a good bottle I can get him in the $50 - $100 range that he’d appreciate?
a long time. Spent a few days vacationing in Tequila last year.
I would stick to the anejos for your buddy, most in the 50-100 range should be good. I'd avoid the Patron and Don Julios as I feel they are over priced and over hyped for what they are and everybody has them.
A couple that I've had and enjoyed which should be in your price range are; Corzo Tequila Anejo, Milagro Tequila Select Barrel Reserve Anejo, Sauza Tres Generaciones Tequila Anejo, Casa Noble Tequila Anejo and Fortaleza Tequila Anejo. Another nice idea might be the Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Anejo, a fantastic tequila which comes in an individually hand painted box.
Corralejo Reposado was a winner. Tried the Anejo as well which was good, not had the blanco. Real smooth, easy to drink straight but a solid mixer, not too steep either
I would avoid both the Clase Azul and the 1942. Clase Azul (which is actually a reposado) is aged in sherry casks, which leaves it with an incredibly sweet flavor relative to your standard reposado or even an anejo. Its a great start for someone who doesn't already love tequila because the flavor masks some of the stronger agave notes, but for the afficionado there is probably too much imparted from the barrels to actually enjoy the tequila.
I have the same opinion of 1942 (aged in American Oak cask). For a true connoisseur, the flavor is too manipulated and masks the agave flavor.
Avion and Patron are wildly overpriced for what they are. I would skip them.
The first thing you should do is ask your friend whether he likes blanco v. anejo. Unlike a scotch (which people almost universally agree that the older the better), many tequila drinkers actually prefer to enjoy the agave closest to its original form - a blanco. Others prefer to have some level of aging, whether it be more (anejo) or less (reposado). If you are willing to ask him, then that can be helpful to you.
If you are in an area where a wide selection of tequila is not readily available, then some good options that you should be able to find (you can't go wrong with any of them):
-Casa Noble (if you can find it, they also do a "single barrel" 7 and 8 year for about $100, which is a special find)
-Casamigos (I think their blanco is particularly good)
-Siete Leguas
-Fortaleza (probably my top pick for this group as a whole line)
If you want to do something less run-of-the-mill and really impress him, if available, some other great options in nor particular order:
-Arte NOM (an interesting brand - they contract with different distillers to create a custom tequila for their line. I love the 1414 and the 1146)
-Orgullo San Matias (anejo only)
-Crotolo
-1-2-3 Organic
-Ocho
-T1
These are all great options - if you showed up to my house with any of them, I'd be thrilled. If you want to post a follow-up question on this, I'll try to check back later.
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I would avoid both the Clase Azul and the 1942. Clase Azul (which is actually a reposado) is aged in sherry casks, which leaves it with an incredibly sweet flavor relative to your standard reposado or even an anejo. Its a great start for someone who doesn't already love tequila because the flavor masks some of the stronger agave notes, but for the afficionado there is probably too much imparted from the barrels to actually enjoy the tequila.
I have the same opinion of 1942 (aged in American Oak cask). For a true connoisseur, the flavor is too manipulated and masks the agave flavor.
Avion and Patron are wildly overpriced for what they are. I would skip them.
The first thing you should do is ask your friend whether he likes blanco v. anejo. Unlike a scotch (which people almost universally agree that the older the better), many tequila drinkers actually prefer to enjoy the agave closest to its original form - a blanco. Others prefer to have some level of aging, whether it be more (anejo) or less (reposado). If you are willing to ask him, then that can be helpful to you.
If you are in an area where a wide selection of tequila is not readily available, then some good options that you should be able to find (you can't go wrong with any of them):
-Casa Noble (if you can find it, they also do a "single barrel" 7 and 8 year for about $100, which is a special find)
-Casamigos (I think their blanco is particularly good)
-Siete Leguas
-Fortaleza (probably my top pick for this group as a whole line)
If you want to do something less run-of-the-mill and really impress him, if available, some other great options in nor particular order:
-Arte NOM (an interesting brand - they contract with different distillers to create a custom tequila for their line. I love the 1414 and the 1146)
-Orgullo San Matias (anejo only)
-Crotolo
-1-2-3 Organic
-Ocho
-T1
These are all great options - if you showed up to my house with any of them, I'd be thrilled. If you want to post a follow-up question on this, I'll try to check back later.
This is what I love about BBI. That's just a kick-ass informative post!!
I would avoid both the Clase Azul and the 1942. Clase Azul (which is actually a reposado) is aged in sherry casks, which leaves it with an incredibly sweet flavor relative to your standard reposado or even an anejo. Its a great start for someone who doesn't already love tequila because the flavor masks some of the stronger agave notes, but for the afficionado there is probably too much imparted from the barrels to actually enjoy the tequila.
I have the same opinion of 1942 (aged in American Oak cask). For a true connoisseur, the flavor is too manipulated and masks the agave flavor.
Avion and Patron are wildly overpriced for what they are. I would skip them.
The first thing you should do is ask your friend whether he likes blanco v. anejo. Unlike a scotch (which people almost universally agree that the older the better), many tequila drinkers actually prefer to enjoy the agave closest to its original form - a blanco. Others prefer to have some level of aging, whether it be more (anejo) or less (reposado). If you are willing to ask him, then that can be helpful to you.
If you are in an area where a wide selection of tequila is not readily available, then some good options that you should be able to find (you can't go wrong with any of them):
-Casa Noble (if you can find it, they also do a "single barrel" 7 and 8 year for about $100, which is a special find)
-Casamigos (I think their blanco is particularly good)
-Siete Leguas
-Fortaleza (probably my top pick for this group as a whole line)
If you want to do something less run-of-the-mill and really impress him, if available, some other great options in nor particular order:
-Arte NOM (an interesting brand - they contract with different distillers to create a custom tequila for their line. I love the 1414 and the 1146)
-Orgullo San Matias (anejo only)
-Crotolo
-1-2-3 Organic
-Ocho
-T1
These are all great options - if you showed up to my house with any of them, I'd be thrilled. If you want to post a follow-up question on this, I'll try to check back later.
This is what I love about BBI. That's just a kick-ass informative post!!
Couldn't agree more. Thanks everyone!
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However, my go-to everyday tequila for margaritas and the like is Milagro, but that's more like a $30 bottle.
However, my go-to everyday tequila for margaritas and the like is Milagro, but that's more like a $30 bottle.
Clase Azul is a great sipping tequila
Agreed.
I would stick to the anejos for your buddy, most in the 50-100 range should be good. I'd avoid the Patron and Don Julios as I feel they are over priced and over hyped for what they are and everybody has them.
A couple that I've had and enjoyed which should be in your price range are; Corzo Tequila Anejo, Milagro Tequila Select Barrel Reserve Anejo, Sauza Tres Generaciones Tequila Anejo, Casa Noble Tequila Anejo and Fortaleza Tequila Anejo. Another nice idea might be the Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Anejo, a fantastic tequila which comes in an individually hand painted box.
Incredible.
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is really good, don’t let the Clooney thing fool you.
Agreed.
Get the Añjeo from Casamigos. Best sipping tequila for it’s price
Tastes like hair product.
it's cheaper than you want, but worth it. I ate one of the the worm at a Cinco De Mayo party in 1999 I still have flashbacks.
+1
it's cheaper than you want, but worth it. I ate one of the the worm at a Cinco De Mayo party in 1999 I still have flashbacks.
If I’m seeing that correctly, looks like it says Mezcal on the bottle.
Traditionally worms have been associated with Mezcal, not Tequila.
Tequila Enemigo
I have the same opinion of 1942 (aged in American Oak cask). For a true connoisseur, the flavor is too manipulated and masks the agave flavor.
Avion and Patron are wildly overpriced for what they are. I would skip them.
The first thing you should do is ask your friend whether he likes blanco v. anejo. Unlike a scotch (which people almost universally agree that the older the better), many tequila drinkers actually prefer to enjoy the agave closest to its original form - a blanco. Others prefer to have some level of aging, whether it be more (anejo) or less (reposado). If you are willing to ask him, then that can be helpful to you.
If you are in an area where a wide selection of tequila is not readily available, then some good options that you should be able to find (you can't go wrong with any of them):
-Casa Noble (if you can find it, they also do a "single barrel" 7 and 8 year for about $100, which is a special find)
-Casamigos (I think their blanco is particularly good)
-Siete Leguas
-Fortaleza (probably my top pick for this group as a whole line)
If you want to do something less run-of-the-mill and really impress him, if available, some other great options in nor particular order:
-Arte NOM (an interesting brand - they contract with different distillers to create a custom tequila for their line. I love the 1414 and the 1146)
-Orgullo San Matias (anejo only)
-Crotolo
-1-2-3 Organic
-Ocho
-T1
These are all great options - if you showed up to my house with any of them, I'd be thrilled. If you want to post a follow-up question on this, I'll try to check back later.
I have the same opinion of 1942 (aged in American Oak cask). For a true connoisseur, the flavor is too manipulated and masks the agave flavor.
Avion and Patron are wildly overpriced for what they are. I would skip them.
The first thing you should do is ask your friend whether he likes blanco v. anejo. Unlike a scotch (which people almost universally agree that the older the better), many tequila drinkers actually prefer to enjoy the agave closest to its original form - a blanco. Others prefer to have some level of aging, whether it be more (anejo) or less (reposado). If you are willing to ask him, then that can be helpful to you.
If you are in an area where a wide selection of tequila is not readily available, then some good options that you should be able to find (you can't go wrong with any of them):
-Casa Noble (if you can find it, they also do a "single barrel" 7 and 8 year for about $100, which is a special find)
-Casamigos (I think their blanco is particularly good)
-Siete Leguas
-Fortaleza (probably my top pick for this group as a whole line)
If you want to do something less run-of-the-mill and really impress him, if available, some other great options in nor particular order:
-Arte NOM (an interesting brand - they contract with different distillers to create a custom tequila for their line. I love the 1414 and the 1146)
-Orgullo San Matias (anejo only)
-Crotolo
-1-2-3 Organic
-Ocho
-T1
These are all great options - if you showed up to my house with any of them, I'd be thrilled. If you want to post a follow-up question on this, I'll try to check back later.
This is what I love about BBI. That's just a kick-ass informative post!!
As others mentioned Clase Azul-- nice tequila and gorgeous ceramic bottle, makes a nice gift.
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I would avoid both the Clase Azul and the 1942. Clase Azul (which is actually a reposado) is aged in sherry casks, which leaves it with an incredibly sweet flavor relative to your standard reposado or even an anejo. Its a great start for someone who doesn't already love tequila because the flavor masks some of the stronger agave notes, but for the afficionado there is probably too much imparted from the barrels to actually enjoy the tequila.
I have the same opinion of 1942 (aged in American Oak cask). For a true connoisseur, the flavor is too manipulated and masks the agave flavor.
Avion and Patron are wildly overpriced for what they are. I would skip them.
The first thing you should do is ask your friend whether he likes blanco v. anejo. Unlike a scotch (which people almost universally agree that the older the better), many tequila drinkers actually prefer to enjoy the agave closest to its original form - a blanco. Others prefer to have some level of aging, whether it be more (anejo) or less (reposado). If you are willing to ask him, then that can be helpful to you.
If you are in an area where a wide selection of tequila is not readily available, then some good options that you should be able to find (you can't go wrong with any of them):
-Casa Noble (if you can find it, they also do a "single barrel" 7 and 8 year for about $100, which is a special find)
-Casamigos (I think their blanco is particularly good)
-Siete Leguas
-Fortaleza (probably my top pick for this group as a whole line)
If you want to do something less run-of-the-mill and really impress him, if available, some other great options in nor particular order:
-Arte NOM (an interesting brand - they contract with different distillers to create a custom tequila for their line. I love the 1414 and the 1146)
-Orgullo San Matias (anejo only)
-Crotolo
-1-2-3 Organic
-Ocho
-T1
These are all great options - if you showed up to my house with any of them, I'd be thrilled. If you want to post a follow-up question on this, I'll try to check back later.
This is what I love about BBI. That's just a kick-ass informative post!!
Couldn't agree more. Thanks everyone!
So what did you end up selecting?