Tequila Thread!!! - Page 7

Parshooter · 12-07-2009, 07:06 AM

What kind of glass are you drinking your tequila from? I have a set of Riedel tequila glasses, they look like champagne flutes, but with straight sides. I've also used a small snifter. It works well but sometimes I get too much nose from it.

Montano · 12-07-2009, 07:06 AM

I've tried many Tequila's in my days, but only ONE has left me with NO hangover the next morning. That quickly became my favorite Tequila: Cabo Wabo in the blue bottle.

LeoM · 12-07-2009, 07:34 AM

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BTW, I'm going to a tequila dinner at Cantina Loredo this Weds. They are featuring Don Julio tequila, will be fun to talk to the rep and try to get some 1942 off them.

Mmmmm, 1942 is some really good stuff. Haven't had any in a while, might have to rectify that!

LeoM · 12-07-2009, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Parshooter

What kind of glass are you drinking your tequila from? I have a set of Riedel tequila glasses, they look like champagne flutes, but with straight sides. I've also used a small snifter. It works well but sometimes I get too much nose from it.

I have a set of the little Riedel glasses, but usually just use a snifter or short rocks glass.

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Originally Posted by Montano

I've tried many Tequila's in my days, but only ONE has left me with NO hangover the next morning. That quickly became my favorite Tequila: Cabo Wabo in the blue bottle.

Yep, Cabo Rep (formerly blue bottle, now just a blue label) is a great "daily" or "affordable" drink.....love that stuff.

mosesbotbol · 12-07-2009, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Parshooter

What kind of glass are you drinking your tequila from? I have a set of Riedel tequila glasses, they look like champagne flutes, but with straight sides. I've also used a small snifter. It works well but sometimes I get too much nose from it.

Been using the Glencairin Whiskey glasses neat or just a rocks glass with an ice cube. I treat it just like Scotch.

68TriShield · 12-07-2009, 08:03 AM

Bryan aka addiction gifted me a bottle of this at my herf on Saturday.
I realize it isn't pure Tequila so don't hassle me,I just wanted to share

Parshooter · 12-07-2009, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

Bryan aka addiction gifted me a bottle of this at my herf on Saturday.
I realize it isn't pure Tequila so don't hassle me,I just wanted to share

HASSLE HASSLE HASSLE, that's not REAL tequila, HASSLE HASSLE HASSLE

I am interested in hearing a review though. Never have seen it.

LeoM · 12-07-2009, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

Bryan aka addiction gifted me a bottle of this at my herf on Saturday.
I realize it isn't pure Tequila so don't hassle me,I just wanted to share

I've seen that stuff around, never tried it though...let us know how it is

68TriShield · 12-07-2009, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Parshooter

HASSLE HASSLE HASSLE, that's not REAL tequila, HASSLE HASSLE HASSLE

I am interested in hearing a review though. Never have seen it.

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Originally Posted by LeoM

I've seen that stuff around, never tried it though...let us know how it is

For the most part,if you drink and like coffee this stuff is good.
A bit syrup(e) and very mouth coating.More dry than sweet with a nice (strong) coffee taste. I like it

Thanks again Bryan!

JohnnyFlake · 12-07-2009, 10:04 AM

I, almost always, drink my Tequilas out of a medium size brandy sniffer.

mosesbotbol · 12-07-2009, 10:12 AM

I am pretty much only buying Mezcal from now on. Tequila tastes like water compared... The quality is now available in Mezcal, so why bother with Tequila?

JohnnyFlake · 12-07-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I am pretty much only buying Mezcal from now on. Tequila tastes like water compared... The quality is now available in Mezcal, so why bother with Tequila?

They are two completely different animals!

Have you tried Sotol yet? It is also a very good Agave based drink!

mosesbotbol · 12-07-2009, 10:55 AM

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They are two completely different animals!

Have you tried Sotol yet? It is also a very good Agave based drink!

All Tequila is Mezcal, so thet are not that different.

I have not tried Sotol. Is it Mezcal?

JohnnyFlake · 12-07-2009, 12:19 PM

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All Tequila is Mezcal, so thet are not that different.

I have not tried Sotol. Is it Mezcal?

Yes, they are all agave products, but Tequila is made only from agave grown in Tequila County, Mexico. Mezcal and Sotol are ways made from wild agave grown throughout the rest of Mexico. I do not recall exactly but there are some distinct differences in the process in which each is made as well. That fact, along with the different varieties of agave used in making Mezcal & Sotol make them different animals. If is often said that Tequila can be called a Mezcal or Sotol, however, Sotol and Mezcal cannot be called a Tequila. The reason for that is that both Mezcal and Sotol are not made from the agave grown in Tequila County, Mexico.

gvarsity · 12-07-2009, 08:06 PM

30-30 Anejo is delicious. I also have a tasty bottle of Revolution resposado a buddy of mine brought back from Mexico that I have never seen in the US.

Parshooter · 12-08-2009, 07:38 AM

Now I'm intrigued by Mezcal and Sotol. What are some good brands and what's the average cost?

mosesbotbol · 12-08-2009, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Parshooter

Now I'm intrigued by Mezcal and Sotol. What are some good brands and what's the average cost?

Same prices as the top Tequilas. I do not have a brand to recommend just yet.

JohnnyFlake · 12-08-2009, 01:43 PM

Mezcal:

Note: Mezcal & Sotol both come as Blancos, Reposados and Anejos!

Del Maguey Blanco is a good brand of Mezcal with several offerings from about $25 to over $100. The low price offerings are excellent, no need to spend big bucks!

Monte Alban Reposado is also very good at around $25 a bottle.

Dos Gusanos is still another in the $20/$30 range which is very good.

There are a lot of Mezcal brands out there, of course, not as many as there are Tequila. Don’t make the mistake of looking for the Mezcal with the worms or scorpions or other critters in the bottles. Usually the better Mezcals do not have any critters within the bottles.

Sotol:

IMHO, one of the very best out there is Hacienda De Chihuahua Sotol Plata, which is a blanco. This sells in the $30 range. This is also available in all three styles.

Don Cuco Sotol Tradicional is also very good.

Leyenda Soto is extremely good as well!

There are far fewer brands of Sotol than Mezcal out there that come into the USA. Sotol is truly the very first beverage made from the Agave and has been around forever. It is produced exactly the same way Tequila is produced, but it is made from wild agave. It is, and always has been what Tequila is today. The only difference it that it is made from wild agave and not farm grown agave from Tequila County, Mexico.

Parshooter · 12-10-2009, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyFlake

I do not recall exactly but there are some distinct differences in the process in which each is made as well. That fact, along with the different varieties of agave used in making Mezcal & Sotol make them different animals.

I heard last night, at a tequila dinner, that the root of the agave plant is roasted when making mezcal and steamed when making tequila.
I did impress the hostess of the event when she asked what the difference was between tequila and mezcal. Told her it's where the agave is grown. Thanks for the lesson

T.G · 12-10-2009, 08:51 AM

Has anyone tried the new Kirkland branded anejo tequila?

I've heard a lot of good things about it so far, just havent commited myself to a bottle yet.

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Montano Bourbon IS a food group Join Date: Nov 2009 First Name: Nick Location: Central Cali Posts: 2,059 Trading: (33)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! I've tried many Tequila's in my days, but only ONE has left me with NO hangover the next morning. That quickly became my favorite Tequila: Cabo Wabo in the blue bottle. __________________

12-07-2009, 08:03 AM	#126
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,184 Trading: (40)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Bryan aka addiction gifted me a bottle of this at my herf on Saturday. I realize it isn't pure Tequila so don't hassle me,I just wanted to share

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JohnnyFlake Just an old Wiseguy! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: John Location: Henderson, Nevada Posts: 534 Trading: (18)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! I, almost always, drink my Tequilas out of a medium size brandy sniffer. __________________ A real man only needs Seven things in his life, Cigars, Women, Guns, Whiskey, Beer, Beans & Bacon!

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mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! I am pretty much only buying Mezcal from now on. Tequila tastes like water compared... The quality is now available in Mezcal, so why bother with Tequila? __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

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gvarsity still crazy Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 621 Trading: (15)	Re: Tequila Thread!!!1 30-30 Anejo is delicious. I also have a tasty bottle of Revolution resposado a buddy of mine brought back from Mexico that I have never seen in the US.

12-08-2009, 07:38 AM	#136
Parshooter I'm a friend of Gary S Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Marc Location: St Somewhere Posts: 835 Trading: (2)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Now I'm intrigued by Mezcal and Sotol. What are some good brands and what's the average cost? __________________ I love chicks with FLBP.

12-08-2009, 01:43 PM	#138
JohnnyFlake Just an old Wiseguy! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: John Location: Henderson, Nevada Posts: 534 Trading: (18)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Mezcal: Note: Mezcal & Sotol both come as Blancos, Reposados and Anejos! Del Maguey Blanco is a good brand of Mezcal with several offerings from about $25 to over $100. The low price offerings are excellent, no need to spend big bucks! Monte Alban Reposado is also very good at around $25 a bottle. Dos Gusanos is still another in the $20/$30 range which is very good. There are a lot of Mezcal brands out there, of course, not as many as there are Tequila. Don’t make the mistake of looking for the Mezcal with the worms or scorpions or other critters in the bottles. Usually the better Mezcals do not have any critters within the bottles. Sotol: IMHO, one of the very best out there is Hacienda De Chihuahua Sotol Plata, which is a blanco. This sells in the $30 range. This is also available in all three styles. Don Cuco Sotol Tradicional is also very good. Leyenda Soto is extremely good as well! There are far fewer brands of Sotol than Mezcal out there that come into the USA. Sotol is truly the very first beverage made from the Agave and has been around forever. It is produced exactly the same way Tequila is produced, but it is made from wild agave. It is, and always has been what Tequila is today. The only difference it that it is made from wild agave and not farm grown agave from Tequila County, Mexico. __________________ A real man only needs Seven things in his life, Cigars, Women, Guns, Whiskey, Beer, Beans & Bacon!

12-10-2009, 08:51 AM	#140
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,543 Trading: (37)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Has anyone tried the new Kirkland branded anejo tequila? I've heard a lot of good things about it so far, just havent commited myself to a bottle yet.