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May 2021 - Agave This month's Spirits feature is Agave Agave Reviews All $49.99 Mezcal de Leyendas Verde San Luis Potosi Mezcal A sweet, savory, salty, juicy display of complexity and finesse; enjoy this Blanco Mezcal liberally. Awards: 2021 Best Mezcal $49.99 » Read Full Review $180 El Tesoro Paradiso Tequila Extra Añejo A tantalizing melange of complex flavors that reward each sip. Awards: 2021 Best Tequila $180 » Read Full Review $44.99 Peloton de la Muerte Vegan Pechuga Mezcal 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. $44.99 » Read Full Review $85 El Tesoro Añejo Tequila A stylish, peppery tequila with an authentic vibe. Awards: 2021 Best Añejo Tequila $85 » Read Full Review $99.99 Mezcal de Leyendas Cenizo Durango Mezcal A savory and deeply satisfying Mezcal with excellent food affinity. $99.99 » Read Full Review $150 El Tesoro Extra Añejo Tequila A spectacularly flavorful and thrilling extra Añejo that invigorates the senses and the soul. $150 » Read Full Review $0 Best Buy Montelobos Ensamble Joven Mezcal A curious and concentrated Blanco Mezcal for celebrating and cocktailing. $0 Best Buy » Read Full Review $44.99 Peloton de la Muerte Mezcal Artesanal Maguey Criollo A fiery Mezcal with juicy fruit notes and herbaceous charm; this one really opens up with water. $44.99 » Read Full Review $54 ArteNOM Seleccòn De 1579 Blanco Clásico Tequila A bold, fruity and crowd-pleasing Blanco Tequila perfect for all manner of cocktails; practically juicy on the palate. $54 » Read Full Review $145 Maestro Dobel 50 Cristalino Tequila Extra Añejo A flavorful ice cream shop of a Cristalino Tequila; great for the whiskey lover. Awards: 2021 Best Cristalino Tequila $145 » Read Full Review $36 Gonzalez 1939 Blanco Tequila An exceptionally smooth Blanco Tequila with a delicate complexity; excellent for the sipping Tequila connoisseur. $36 » Read Full Review $49 Cenote™ Blanco Tequila A round and even Blanco with nicely meshed flavors and pleasing warmth. $49 » Read Full Review $65 El Tesoro Reposado Tequila A complex, elegant, herbal, and lightly floral Reposado with lovely tropical fruit notes. $65 » Read Full Review $69 Le Tribute Mezcal Artesanal Joven A brooding Mezcal that engulfs the senses; emphatically bright and memorably balanced. $69 » Read Full Review $74 Cenote™ Cristalino Tequila Añejo A complex, perfumed Cristalino Tequila with gusto. $74 » Read Full Review $195 Veneno Single Estate Extra Anejo Tequila A delightfully balanced, nuanced, and inviting oak-forward extra Añejo sipper that is sure to please. $195 » Read Full Review $29.99 Pelotón de la Muerte Mezcal Artesanal Maguey Espadín A dense flavor wave with concentrated aromatics and delightful fruit notes; an absolute joy to imbibe. $29.99 » Read Full Review $45 Lobos 1707 Tequila Joven A wonderfully robust, complex, and elegant Blanco for sipping or sensational cocktails. $45 » Read Full Review $54 ArteNOM Selecciòn De 1414 Reposado Tequila A playful Tequila for all manner of mixed drinks. $54 » Read Full Review $59 Villa One Añejo Tequila A sexy, decadent Añejo Tequila bursting with flavor and style. $59 » Read Full Review $89.99 Mezcal de Leyendas Ancho Guerrero Mezcal A vivacious, concentrated Mezcal with an uplifting vibe. $89.99 » Read Full Review $0 Best Buy Montelobos Pechuga Blanco Mezcal A dry, spicy and assertive Mezcal perfect for summer cocktails. $0 Best Buy » Read Full Review $35 Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila A bright and refreshing Blanco with nice savory and tropical notes. $35 » Read Full Review $39 Mina Real Blanco Mezcal Vivid fruit and garden aromatics are followed by a rush a minerality on the palate; enjoy this complex, almost cerebral Blanco Mezcal neat or in thoughtful cocktails; good for Sotol fans. $39 » Read Full Review $42 Siempre Tequila Reposado Tequila A rich Reposado bursting with flavor and creamy goodness, much like a fine Añejo. $42 » Read Full Review $43 De-Nada Tequila Reposado Tequila A rock solid Reposado sipper or a go-to for cocktails—try in a Tommy's Margarita to great effect. $43 » Read Full Review $99 Montelobos Tobalá Joven Mezcal A balanced, quintessential Mezcal that displays classic character. $99 » Read Full Review $99 Salvadores 70 400 Artesanal Tobalá Joven Mezcal A refreshing and vegetal Mezcal that will work best in spring cocktails with a garden-fresh vibe. $99 » Read Full Review $39 Siempre Tequila Blanco Tequila A sleek and sensuous Blanco with instantly appealing flavor and length; enjoy its fruity, savory, earthy balance. $39 » Read Full Review $43 Nucano Mezcal Reposado A tasty and elegantly crafted Mezcal that rewards each sip. $43 » Read Full Review $64 Cenote™ Anejo Tequila A rich and rewarding Añejo with a suave, alluring personality. $64 » Read Full Review $70 Volcan De Mi Tierra Añejo Cristalino Tequila A mild Cristalino Tequila with beckoning aromas and soft oaky flavors. $70 » Read Full Review $99 Fuenteseca 2018 Cosecha Tequila Blanco A concentrated and spicy Blanco tequila complimented by smooth-sipping, creamy undertones. $99 » Read Full Review $20 Best Buy El Ultimo Agave Almond Tequila Liqueur A sweet and simple Amaretto that hits the spot; cocktail away with this rock solid liqueur. $20 Best Buy » Read Full Review $24 El Ultimo Agave Blanco Tequila A nice creamy, spicy Blanco for cocktails and on the rocks. $24 » Read Full Review $42 Creyente Mezcal Cuishe A light and fruity Mezcal with bright aromas and a smoky underbelly. $42 » Read Full Review $45 Cabo Wabo Añejo Tequila A smooth nutty Añejo that grows on you—given this some time to open up in your glass $45 » Read Full Review $47 Nucano Mezcal Añejo A dry and chewy Mezcal that will work well as a cigar pairing. $47 » Read Full Review $57 Maestro Dobel Añejo Tequila An evenly balanced and appealing Añejo for all occasions. $57 » Read Full Review $89 Don Amado Ensamble Tobalà & Bicuishe Blanco Mezcal Artesanal A wild and free Blanco Mezcal that takes no prisoners. $89 » Read Full Review $21 El Jimador Silver Tequila A fruity and crowdpleasing tequila for everyday cocktailing. $21 » Read Full Review $24 El Ultimo Agave Reposado Tequila A spicy Reposado Tequila with a silky mouthfeel. $24 » Read Full Review $26 El Jimador Añejo Tequila An undulating Añejo Tequila with huge caramel notes that entice and delight. $26 » Read Full Review $42 Herradura Reposado Tequila A pleasant sipping Reposado that will cover a lot of bases. $42 » Read Full Review $44 Villa One Silver Tequila A pleasingly creamy, nutty and spicy Blanco that will shine in cocktails. $44 » Read Full Review $45 Volcan De Mi Tierra Blanco Tequila A rich and fruity Blanco Tequila that will play well in classic tequila cocktails. $45 » Read Full Review $49 Villa One Reposado Tequila A nutty, latte-like Reposado with an emphasis on toasty barrel notes—try in cream and coffee cocktails. $49 » Read Full Review $53 Gonzalez 1939 Añejo Tequila A tasty Añejo Tequila great for sipping neat, on the rocks or in your favorite cocktails. $53 » Read Full Review $59 Gonzalez 1939 Joven Blanco Mezcal A bold, fruity Mezcal tailor made for cocktails. $59 » Read Full Review $99.99 Mezcal de Leyendas Maguey Tobalá Oaxaca Mezcal A smoky, spicy Mezcal that hits the spot. $99.99 » Read Full Review Familia Camarena Silver Tequila A fruity Blanco with an invigorating tingle. » Read Full Review $39 Dr. Stoner’s Hierba Madura Flavored Tequila A complex, herbal Tequila with a tingling presence; very fun for cocktail play. $39 » Read Full Review $44 Maestro Dobel Silver Tequila A rich and spicy Blanco Tequila complemented by a creamy center. $44 » Read Full Review $47 Gonzalez 1939 Reposado Tequila A nice peppery, nutty Reposado for cocktails or with cigars. $47 » Read Full Review $49 Cava De Oro Tequila Cristalino Extra Añejo A very creamy and fruity-sweet Cristalino sipper. $49 » Read Full Review $49 GEM & BOLT Damiana Infused Mezcal An herbaceous and distinctive Mezcal for hot toddies, creative stirred cocktails and bonding sips. $49 » Read Full Review $55 Creyente Mezcal Tobalá A rustic Mezcal for refreshing summer cocktails. $55 » Read Full Review $59 Ghost Coast Tommy Agave Spirit A delicate and somewhat floral Agave spirit for distinctive sipping. $59 » Read Full Review $64 Gonzalez 1939 Añejo Cristalino Tequila A silky-smooth, fruity Cristalino Tequila that sips and mixes with ease. $64 » Read Full Review $39 Aga Vie Esprit D’Agave 2020 D'argent Agave Spirit A sweet, vibrant, summery spirit with fresh notes of fruit and cucumber. $39 » Read Full Review $49 Veneno Singe Estate Blanco Tequila A clean and fresh Blanco tequila that's great for cocktails. $49 » Read Full Review $54 Black Sheep Blanco Tequila A distinctive herbal Blanco tailor-made for savory tequila cocktails; try with sangrita. $54 » Read Full Review $54 Lobos 1707 Reposado Mezcal A slightly smoky, velvety Mezcal with hints of nuttiness. $54 » Read Full Review $55 Volcan De Mi Tierra Reposado Tequila An easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing Reposado Tequila with roasty oak notes. $55 » Read Full Review $59 Siempre Tequila Añejo Tequila A mild and creamy Añejo tequila for everyday pleasure. $59 » Read Full Review $59 Wiggly Bridge Distillery Agave Spirit A mild and fruity Agave Spirit for light and citrusy cocktails. $59 » Read Full Review $64 Cava De Oro Tequila Añejo A wild and rambunctious Añejo for uninhibited imbibition. $64 » Read Full Review $99 Cava De Oro Tequila Extra Añejo A sweet and spicy extra Añejo to serve with desserts or shoot like a cinnamon whiskey. $99 » Read Full Review $21 El Jimador Reposado Tequila A savory, herbal Reposado for cocktails. $21 » Read Full Review $39 De-Nada Tequila Blanco Tequila A spirity Blanco for cocktails. $39 » Read Full Review $39 Rabbit And Grass Blanco Agave Spirit An interesting and zesty Agave spirit with earthy sensibilities. $39 » Read Full Review $54 Adictivo Reposado Tequila A rich and sweet Reposado tequila that will be a crowdpleasing sipper. $54 » Read Full Review $54 Cava De Oro Tequila Reposado A peppery but slightly sweet tequila that sips and shoots effortlessly. $54 » Read Full Review $54 Cenote™ Reposado Tequila A lean and oaky Reposado Tequila for all manner of mixed drinks. $54 » Read Full Review $99 Adictivo Extra Añejo Tequila A sweet, fruity, decadent sipper to serve after dinner. $99 » Read Full Review $49 Adictivo Blanco Tequila A sweet and spunky Blanco for shots and daredevil cocktails. $49 » Read Full Review $85 Padre Azul Reposado Super Premium Tequila An easy-to-mix tequila for fruity cocktails. $85 » Read Full Review $58 Star Union Spirits Agave Spirit An oak-centric spirit in a chewy style; cocktail with this one. $58 » Read Full Review $64 Adictivo Añejo Tequila A curiously confected Añejo for shots and such. $64 » Read Full Review Shortcut: https://www.tastings.com/Calendar-Spirits/Review-2021-05-01-Agave.aspx