<![CDATA[Anejos - Tequila.net]]> https://www.tequila.net/ <![CDATA[El Tinieblo Mezcal Anejo: El Tinieblo Mezcal Añejo ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=3020 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=3020 It's almost not fair for me to review a mezcal that tastes as good as this one. I am certain that as the years go by - I will find another mezcal I like as much as this one - but for now - that remains to be seen. This mezcal comes from Tamaulipas - a Mexican state that also gives us tequila. The bottle is classic - tall with a neck of medium length. The stopper is rubber - so not very authentic, but it certainly will protect the liquid itself from degradation that might occur through a cork stopper. Since this is an añejo, the color is dark , rich golden-brown almost like a malt vinegar. There are numerous tiny dark particles floating through the liquid. Poured into a tasting glass, the aroma explodes with smoke and wood. There is a nice agave smell but unfamiliar because this brand uses a combination of three different wild magueys. The first taste has a creamy texture that immediately coats the mouth completely. Alcohol burn is high but still not strong enough to mask the wood, tobacco and earthy influences. Thank goodness, the second swallow is smoother and the fire-roasted agave flavor starts to emerge along with even stronger barrel influence. I hate to say this, but when I am drinking mezcal, I feel more in-tune with nature than I do with tequila. Perhaps tequila is being manipulated too much now - too refined. Not the Tienieblo Mezcal - it gives a real kick that just reeks of Mexico and the paliniques where mezcal is produced. Legs in a tasting glass are "super" thick and drain like honey or maple syrup. It's like drinking a really floral, smoky, alcoholic version of agave syrup. Still, orange slices sprinkled with chile salt between sips is a really welcome intervention. Take an hour or two to sip a double shot of Tinieblo with fruit and good conversation - and the worries of the world may melt away - at least for a few hours. Añejo mezcals are not common but they add something for me that the joven expressions lack. Yeah - I know - "real" mezcal drinkers like the blanco/joven products better. I am just a mezcal snob, I suppose. If it's aged correctly, it's better than an unaged product. But that's what is great about tasting the spirits of Mexico. They offer something different for everyone. The price of Tinieblo añejo is not cheap but like any good mezcal or tequila - this is a bottle you should have around for a long time. It would be a crime to drink it too fast. Negatives for this product would be that I will have to look long and hard to top it. I am willing to keep trying. Dare, I say, that mezcal like this is a man's drink - but for the few ladies who like it - welcome to the club. Salud! ]]> Thu, 29 Aug 2013 05:32:38 +0000 <![CDATA[Herencia del Mezcalero Mezcal Añejo: ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=2687 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=2687 Herencia del Mezcalero Mezcal Añejo is a wonderful single barrel, anejo Mezcal. It reminds me a lot of Lagavulin single malt scotch, although it is obviously not scotch. I haven't tried it with a cigar, but I'll bet it would be a great compliment to a nice stogie. The nose is enticing with smoke and almonds. Initial taste is delicious with an intense peaty smoke and light citrus undertones. While the initial experience is quite refined, the finish has a bit of fire to it, but it's not at all unpleasant. Overall, the Mezcal is smooth and well-balanced. This is a wonderful Añejo Mezcal. I think it retails for around $60, but I found a bottle on clearance for $25, which is a good bargain for Mezcal of this quality. However, I've rated it as if it was not purchased at a clearance price. I drank the Mezcal in a small Port wine glass, but a brandy snifter could also work well. The quality is such that it would probably be a waste to mix this Mezcal. I really enjoyed Herencia del Mezcalero Mezcal Añejo and I suspect that you will too. ]]> Sat, 06 Oct 2012 01:58:54 +0000 <![CDATA[Ilegal Mezcal Anejo: ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=2470 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=2470 Brilliant Whisk...er Mezcal. Basically, if you are a Peated Whiskey (like a Connemara Peated or Balcones Brimstone) or Scotch (ala Laphroaig or Ardbeg alligator)far you will love what this Mezcal has to offer. It is extremely smooth yet uber Smokey and Salty. I liken it to a Mezcal Campfire. I love Scotch and have recently been venturing into Tequila & Mezcal with the help of Tequila.net. After reading the awards for the year I decided to give it a shot. Interestingly enough the bottle is one of the reasons I had walked past this beast repeatedly. It is for that reason and the $100+ price tag I was reticent to buy it and try it. I decided to take one for the team and I am so glad that I did as my new favorite of the 25 spirits that I have is Ilegal Mezcal Anejo. As I am not a pro at writing reviews I will do my best here to give you an idea of what makes it so wonderful without trying to sound too much like a shill. The smell of this fine Mezcal is one of smokey ash. It reminds me of the Balcones Brimstone Scrub-Oak Whiskey which is like drinking a Campfire. The taste is on the tongue is of smoothness ala a Don Julio. The finish is long and extremely Smokey with Mesquite. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable drink, not to be imbibed as a shot but instead as a sipper. ]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 17:58:31 +0000 <![CDATA[Ilegal Mezcal Anejo: ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=1640 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=1640 Ilegal Anejo * Tasted June 2010 * Riedel Tequila Glass Appearance: medium amber, golden hues - slow tears Aroma: mild smoked agave, sweet orange and cherry, light floral Initial Taste: citrus, sweet with mild salt and eucalyptus Spirit Body: light sweet / smoked agave, earthy Finish / Aftertaste: long finish with chocolate, wood and raisins ]]> Mon, 02 Aug 2010 03:34:02 +0000 <![CDATA[Scorpion Mezcal Anejo 7 Year: ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=1602 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=1602 WOW !!! What a gift! ]]> Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:10:25 +0000 <![CDATA[Scorpion Mezcal Anejo 1 Year: ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=839 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=839 Yikes...all I can say is HOT HOT HOT....!! It has the smoky flavor you expect with Mezcal but it is waaaay too hot for my taste buds. They name says it all...it has the bite of a Scorpion. ]]> Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:38:47 +0000 <![CDATA[Scorpion Mezcal Anejo 5 Year: ]]> https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=55 https://www.tequila.net/mezcal-reviews/anejos/discussions/review.html?id=55 One of the better Mezcals on the market today. Scorpion 5 year is an awesome product that takes the barrel aging well. Unfortunately, it is expensive and even a little overpriced in the high end mezcal market. ]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2007 13:39:59 +0000