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Reviews for 2021

May 2021 - Agave

May 2021 - Agave
This month's Spirits feature is Agave

Agave Reviews

Mezcal de Leyendas Verde San Luis Potosi Mezcal
97 points
$49.99
A sweet, savory, salty, juicy display of complexity and finesse; enjoy this Blanco Mezcal liberally.
Awards: 2021 Best Mezcal
97 points $49.99
El Tesoro Paradiso Tequila Extra Añejo
97 points
$180
A tantalizing melange of complex flavors that reward each sip.
Awards: 2021 Best Tequila
Peloton de la Muerte Vegan Pechuga Mezcal
96 points
$44.99
A joyous, extroverted Mezcal with juicy fruit aromas, fresh green vegetal notes, and delicate hints of fragrant blossoms; an exceptionally balanced Mezcal for elegant cocktails and thoughtful sipping.
96 points $44.99
Mezcal de Leyendas Cenizo Durango Mezcal
95 points
$99.99
A savory and deeply satisfying Mezcal with excellent food affinity.
95 points $99.99
Peloton de la Muerte Mezcal Artesanal Maguey Criollo
94 points
$44.99
A fiery Mezcal with juicy fruit notes and herbaceous charm; this one really opens up with water.
94 points $44.99
ArteNOM Seleccòn De 1579 Blanco Clásico Tequila
94 points
$54
A bold, fruity and crowd-pleasing Blanco Tequila perfect for all manner of cocktails; practically juicy on the palate.
Maestro Dobel 50 Cristalino Tequila Extra Añejo
94 points
$145
A flavorful ice cream shop of a Cristalino Tequila; great for the whiskey lover.
Awards: 2021 Best Cristalino Tequila
Gonzalez 1939 Blanco Tequila
93 points
$36
An exceptionally smooth Blanco Tequila with a delicate complexity; excellent for the sipping Tequila connoisseur.
Cenote™ Blanco Tequila
93 points
$49
A round and even Blanco with nicely meshed flavors and pleasing warmth.
Le Tribute Mezcal Artesanal Joven
93 points
$69
A brooding Mezcal that engulfs the senses; emphatically bright and memorably balanced.
Cenote™ Cristalino Tequila Añejo
93 points
$74
A complex, perfumed Cristalino Tequila with gusto.
Veneno Single Estate Extra Anejo Tequila
93 points
$195
A delightfully balanced, nuanced, and inviting oak-forward extra Añejo sipper that is sure to please.
Pelotón de la Muerte Mezcal Artesanal Maguey Espadín
92 points
$29.99
A dense flavor wave with concentrated aromatics and delightful fruit notes; an absolute joy to imbibe.
92 points $29.99
Lobos 1707 Tequila Joven
92 points
$45
A wonderfully robust, complex, and elegant Blanco for sipping or sensational cocktails.
ArteNOM Selecciòn De 1414 Reposado Tequila
92 points
$54
A playful Tequila for all manner of mixed drinks.
Villa One Añejo Tequila
92 points
$59
A sexy, decadent Añejo Tequila bursting with flavor and style.
Mezcal de Leyendas Ancho Guerrero Mezcal
92 points
$89.99
A vivacious, concentrated Mezcal with an uplifting vibe.
92 points $89.99
Siempre Tequila Reposado Tequila
91 points
$42
A rich Reposado bursting with flavor and creamy goodness, much like a fine Añejo.
De-Nada Tequila Reposado Tequila
91 points
$43
A rock solid Reposado sipper or a go-to for cocktails—try in a Tommy's Margarita to great effect.
Montelobos Tobalá Joven Mezcal
91 points
$99
A balanced, quintessential Mezcal that displays classic character.
Salvadores 70 400 Artesanal Tobalá Joven Mezcal
91 points
$99
A refreshing and vegetal Mezcal that will work best in spring cocktails with a garden-fresh vibe.
Siempre Tequila Blanco Tequila
90 points
$39
A sleek and sensuous Blanco with instantly appealing flavor and length; enjoy its fruity, savory, earthy balance.
Nucano Mezcal Reposado
90 points
$43
A tasty and elegantly crafted Mezcal that rewards each sip.
Cenote™ Anejo Tequila
90 points
$64
A rich and rewarding Añejo with a suave, alluring personality.
Volcan De Mi Tierra Añejo Cristalino Tequila
90 points
$70
A mild Cristalino Tequila with beckoning aromas and soft oaky flavors.
Fuenteseca 2018 Cosecha Tequila Blanco
90 points
$99
A concentrated and spicy Blanco tequila complimented by smooth-sipping, creamy undertones.
El Ultimo Agave Almond Tequila Liqueur
89 points
$20
Best Buy
A sweet and simple Amaretto that hits the spot; cocktail away with this rock solid liqueur.
89 points $20 Best Buy
El Ultimo Agave Blanco Tequila
89 points
$24
A nice creamy, spicy Blanco for cocktails and on the rocks.
Creyente Mezcal Cuishe
89 points
$42
A light and fruity Mezcal with bright aromas and a smoky underbelly.
Nucano Mezcal Añejo
89 points
$47
A dry and chewy Mezcal that will work well as a cigar pairing.
Maestro Dobel Añejo Tequila
89 points
$57
An evenly balanced and appealing Añejo for all occasions.
Don Amado Ensamble Tobalà & Bicuishe Blanco Mezcal Artesanal
89 points
$89
A wild and free Blanco Mezcal that takes no prisoners.
El Jimador Silver Tequila
88 points
$21
A fruity and crowdpleasing tequila for everyday cocktailing.
El Ultimo Agave Reposado Tequila
88 points
$24
A spicy Reposado Tequila with a silky mouthfeel.
El Jimador Añejo Tequila
88 points
$26
An undulating Añejo Tequila with huge caramel notes that entice and delight.
Herradura Reposado Tequila
88 points
$42
A pleasant sipping Reposado that will cover a lot of bases.
Villa One Silver Tequila
88 points
$44
A pleasingly creamy, nutty and spicy Blanco that will shine in cocktails.
Villa One Reposado Tequila
88 points
$49
A nutty, latte-like Reposado with an emphasis on toasty barrel notes—try in cream and coffee cocktails.
Gonzalez 1939 Añejo Tequila
88 points
$53
A tasty Añejo Tequila great for sipping neat, on the rocks or in your favorite cocktails.
Gonzalez 1939 Joven Blanco Mezcal
88 points
$59
A bold, fruity Mezcal tailor made for cocktails.
Mezcal de Leyendas Maguey Tobalá Oaxaca Mezcal
88 points
$99.99
A smoky, spicy Mezcal that hits the spot.
88 points $99.99
Familia Camarena Silver Tequila
87 points
A fruity Blanco with an invigorating tingle.
Dr. Stoner’s Hierba Madura Flavored Tequila
87 points
$39
A complex, herbal Tequila with a tingling presence; very fun for cocktail play.
Maestro Dobel Silver Tequila
87 points
$44
A rich and spicy Blanco Tequila complemented by a creamy center.
Gonzalez 1939 Reposado Tequila
87 points
$47
A nice peppery, nutty Reposado for cocktails or with cigars.
Cava De Oro Tequila Cristalino Extra Añejo
87 points
$49
A very creamy and fruity-sweet Cristalino sipper.
GEM & BOLT Damiana Infused Mezcal
87 points
$49
An herbaceous and distinctive Mezcal for hot toddies, creative stirred cocktails and bonding sips.
Creyente Mezcal Tobalá
87 points
$55
A rustic Mezcal for refreshing summer cocktails.
Ghost Coast Tommy Agave Spirit
87 points
$59
A delicate and somewhat floral Agave spirit for distinctive sipping.
Gonzalez 1939 Añejo Cristalino Tequila
87 points
$64
A silky-smooth, fruity Cristalino Tequila that sips and mixes with ease.
Aga Vie Esprit D’Agave 2020 Dargent Agave Spirit
86 points
$39
A sweet, vibrant, summery spirit with fresh notes of fruit and cucumber.
Veneno Singe Estate Blanco Tequila
86 points
$49
A clean and fresh Blanco tequila that's great for cocktails.
Black Sheep Blanco Tequila
86 points
$54
A distinctive herbal Blanco tailor-made for savory tequila cocktails; try with sangrita.
Lobos 1707 Reposado Mezcal
86 points
$54
A slightly smoky, velvety Mezcal with hints of nuttiness.
Volcan De Mi Tierra Reposado Tequila
85 points
$55
An easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing Reposado Tequila with roasty oak notes.
Siempre Tequila Añejo Tequila
85 points
$59
A mild and creamy Añejo tequila for everyday pleasure.
Wiggly Bridge Distillery Agave Spirit
85 points
$59
A mild and fruity Agave Spirit for light and citrusy cocktails.
Cava De Oro Tequila Añejo
85 points
$64
A wild and rambunctious Añejo for uninhibited imbibition.
Cava De Oro Tequila Extra Añejo
85 points
$99
A sweet and spicy extra Añejo to serve with desserts or shoot like a cinnamon whiskey.
El Jimador Reposado Tequila
84 points
$21
A savory, herbal Reposado for cocktails.
De-Nada Tequila Blanco Tequila
84 points
$39
A spirity Blanco for cocktails.
Rabbit And Grass Blanco Agave Spirit
84 points
$39
An interesting and zesty Agave spirit with earthy sensibilities.
Adictivo Reposado Tequila
84 points
$54
A rich and sweet Reposado tequila that will be a crowdpleasing sipper.
Cava De Oro Tequila Reposado
84 points
$54
A peppery but slightly sweet tequila that sips and shoots effortlessly.
Cenote™ Reposado Tequila
84 points
$54
A lean and oaky Reposado Tequila for all manner of mixed drinks.
Adictivo Extra Añejo Tequila
84 points
$99
A sweet, fruity, decadent sipper to serve after dinner.
Adictivo Blanco Tequila
83 points
$49
A sweet and spunky Blanco for shots and daredevil cocktails.
Padre Azul Reposado Super Premium Tequila
83 points
$85
An easy-to-mix tequila for fruity cocktails.
Star Union Spirits Agave Spirit
81 points
$58
An oak-centric spirit in a chewy style; cocktail with this one.
Adictivo Añejo Tequila
81 points
$64
A curiously confected Añejo for shots and such.
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