https://www.tequila.net/ https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=3313 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=3313 Olmeca Altos from NOM 1111(Pernod Ricard México, S.A. de C.V.) is a rarity in the tequila world. It's a tahona tequila (blended) at a value price. They had a premium 100% tahona brand in Tezon, but that has since stopped production and they are focusing on Olmeca Altos. For $25 or less, this is one of those easy decisions when you know the history and see it on the shelf. Let's hope the taste doesn't make me look dumb(er). Price: $25/bottle Aroma: It's odd to say that something smells like a texture, but this one smells oily. It could be from the fact that I know what this smell often means on the palate. It's got a big agave aroma...really nice with a hint of earth. Initial Taste: A sweet agave entry. A very basic flavor with hints of earth and white pepper, but it's very pure tasting. Body: Medium bodied. Not quite as oily and creamy as the nose told me it might be, but still a good mouth feel and a really solid flavor. Finish: A light sweetness and peppery linger last for about an average amount of time. A "B" grade finish. This is a pretty darn good tequila. Couple with it that it is only $25, it's a great buy. You get some tahona elements and a really pure agave flavor for a bargain price. If you haven't had it and it's available, I highly recommend picking one up. ]]> Fri, 03 Oct 2014 01:49:42 +0000 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=3292 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=3292 Tasted on 8/09/14 in a Riedel tequila glass. Appearance: Bright crystal clear Aroma: Grassy agave with a hint of citrus Initial Taste: Nice and smooth, but not bold, sweet agave with a note of fruit Body: Medium body with light buttery mouthfeel and medium tears on the glass Enjoyability: Very smooth and enjoyable Price: Outstanding in the $20-25 range. Presentation: A nicely designed decanter bottle This is a very nice “value” tequila if you can find it under $20. It is a nice mixer because it is not too sweet but it is also a good “go to” sipping blanco on those casual nights. It is currently my "House" Blanco. ]]> Fri, 15 Aug 2014 03:35:21 +0000 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=3136 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=3136 A simple nose of sweet cooked agave with a hint of banana. A bit of spicy citrus hits the tongue in the taste, with a little mint as well, and there is still a decent sweetness present under it all. The body has a medium weight, but rather dry with the citrus flavor still pertinent. A quick heat in the finish - not much lingering, but what is there is a nice sweet and vegetal flavor. There's nothing offensive here, although nothing outstanding either. This is strictly a mixer for me, but it serves that purpose quite well. It's priced as a bargain tequila, and that fits it well - high score in that regard. An attractive square bottle with a sturdy screw-on top and wooden cap, this is built for bar duty. Price and presentation get the overall score to 90, but in reality this is a respectable, high 80s, B+ tequila. ]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2013 04:01:35 +0000 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=2761 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=2761 I love tequilas that remember Mexico's past. This tequila is good, but not great. A better mixer than sipper. Aroma: Pine, grass, and citrus. Initial taste: A thin mouth feel. A sweet entry with no bitterness. Initial taste of citrus. Body: A decent highlands agave body. But not very complex. Finish: A semi heated agave lingering of medium duration. ]]> Wed, 12 Dec 2012 02:19:06 +0000 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=2455 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=2455 Recommended by a friend and I really liked this blanco. A nice Agave presence in the aroma and flavor with some smoke and citrus. Kind of a tropical and earthy thing going on. Very nice and inexpensive. ]]> Mon, 07 May 2012 03:58:11 +0000 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=2181 https://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/blancos/discussions/review.html?id=2181 First experienced this tequila at the recommendation of a bartender in Prauge. It was a pleasant surprise as it was smooth with a slight burn. Good nose and nice legs. ]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 17:35:08 +0000