I Never Drink Cuervo… But a Viewer Requested This Review

I Never Drink Cuervo… But a Viewer Requested This Review

A viewer asked me to review Jose Cuervo Tradicional Blanco, a tequila I would not normally choose for myself. After recently visiting La Rojeña Distillery in Tequila, Mexico, seeing the stone ovens, roller mills, temperature-controlled fermentation tanks, and copper stills, I decided it was time to give this tequila a fair and honest review. Jose Cuervo is one of the most recognized names in tequila, but it’s also one of the most criticized among tequila enthusiasts. Does Cuervo Tradicional Blanco deserve that reputation, or is it better than many people think? In this review, I share my thoughts on the aroma, flavor, finish, production methods, and whether this bottle is worth your money. Most importantly, I answer the question: would I buy it again? If you enjoy tequila reviews, additive-free tequila discussions, distillery tours, blind tastings, and honest opinions, make sure to subscribe and join us for future reviews. Tequila Reviewed: Jose Cuervo Tradicional Blanco Distillery Visited: La Rojeña Distillery Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico Have you tried Cuervo Tradicional Blanco? Let me know your thoughts in the comments. #JoseCuervo #TequilaReview #CuervoTradicional #BlancoTequila #Tequila #TequilaMexico #LaRojena #TequilaTasting #TastingTequilaWithBrad #TheTequilaReport

I Ranked 4 Double Gold Tequilas Blind… Here’s What Happened

Blind tequila tasting of 4 Double Gold-winning high-proof reposados including Manuscrito, Don Vicente, Lost Lore, and Casa Mexico. Which tequila wins blind? Today I’m ranking four of the highest-scoring tequilas from the Agavos Awards in a completely blind tasting to see if my palate agrees with the judges. The lineup: Manuscrito High-Proof Reposado – 95 Points Don Vicente Fuerte Reposado – 93 Points Lost Lore Reposado – 92 Points Casa Mexico Reposado – 91 Points These award-winning reposado tequilas all earned Double Gold honors, but once the bottles are hidden, scores, marketing, and reputation no longer matter. In this blind tequila review, I’m judging each tequila based on: ✅ Aroma ✅ Flavor ✅ Complexity ✅ Mouthfeel ✅ Finish ✅ Overall Enjoyment Will the 95-point tequila take first place? Will the Agavos Awards rankings match my blind rankings? Or will one of these Double Gold winners pull off an upset? Watch until the reveal to see which high-proof reposado tequila comes out on top. If you enjoy tequila reviews, blind tastings, additive-free tequila, tequila education, distillery tours, and agave spirits, make sure to subscribe for new videos every week. Subscribe for weekly tequila reviews, blinds, interviews, and tequila adventures. #Tequila #BlindTasting #Reposado #HighProofTequila #AdditiveFreeTequila #TequilaReview #Agave #AgavosAwards #TequilaMatchmaker

The Dirty Secret of Tequila Production | 15 Liters of Waste for Every Liter Made

Most tequila fans know about agave, brick ovens, tahonas, roller mills, and aging barrels. But very few know about one of the biggest challenges facing the tequila industry today: vinasse. For every liter of tequila produced, distilleries can generate anywhere from 7 to 15 liters of vinasse, a highly acidic wastewater byproduct created during distillation. If improperly managed, vinasse can damage waterways, deplete oxygen levels, impact soil health, and create major environmental concerns. In this video, we’re breaking down: ✅ What vinasse is ✅ How much is created during tequila production ✅ Why distilleries can’t simply dump it ✅ How responsible tequila producers treat and manage vinasse ✅ The future of sustainability in the tequila industry If you love learning about tequila production, additive-free tequila, agave farming, sustainability, and what really happens behind the scenes in Jalisco, this video is for you. Have you ever heard of vinasse before? Let me know in the comments. Subscribe for tequila reviews, distillery tours, industry interviews, blind tastings, and tequila education every week. #Tequila #Vinasse #AdditiveFreeTequila #TequilaEducation #Agave #TequilaProduction #Sustainability #TequilaIndustry

Paladar Toasted Series Reposado Review | Toasted to Perfection?

What happens when traditional tequila meets carefully toasted oak? Today I’m reviewing the Paladar Toasted Series Reposado, an additive-free tequila produced at the historic El Llano Distillery (NOM 1109) and crafted by Eduardo Orendain Jr., a fifth-generation member of one of tequila’s founding families. This isn’t your typical reposado. The Toasted Series explores how different toasted oak profiles influence flavor while still allowing the agave to shine. Produced using estate-grown agave, brick ovens, open-air fermentation, wild yeast, and small-batch craftsmanship, this tequila offers a unique take on barrel-aged tequila. In this review I’ll break down: Production methods Toasted oak influence Aroma and tasting notes Mouthfeel and finish Whether it’s worth adding to your collection I also recently sat down with Paladar co-founder Pete Nevenglosky to discuss the philosophy behind the brand and what makes the Toasted Series different from traditional reposados. If you enjoy additive-free tequila reviews, tequila education, distillery deep dives, and honest tasting notes, make sure to subscribe. #Tequila #PaladarTequila #Reposado #AdditiveFreeTequila #TequilaReview #NOM1109 #Agave #TastingTequilaWithBrad

Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About This? | El Mexicano Añejo Review

El Mexicano Añejo is one of the most interesting new tequila releases I’ve tasted this year, and I’m honestly surprised more people aren’t talking about it. Produced at NOM 1588 by the Bañuelos family, the original founders of Cazadores, this additive-free tequila combines traditional Highland agave character with some unique production choices that set it apart from many other añejos on the market. In this review, I take a deep dive into what makes El Mexicano Añejo special, including its extended fermentation, custom stainless steel pot stills, low-pressure cooking methods, and aging program using both new American and French oak barrels. Aged 14-16 months at over 6,600 feet in Arandas, Jalisco, this tequila delivers a balance of cooked agave, citrus, oak, vanilla, cocoa, and baking spice while still allowing the agave to shine. Is this one of the most underrated añejos available today? Watch the full review and let me know what you think in the comments. Tequila: El Mexicano Añejo NOM: 1588 Arandas, Jalisco, Mexico 100% Blue Weber Agave ✅ Additive Free Aged 14-16 Months 70% New American Oak / 30% New French Oak If you enjoy tequila reviews, distillery deep dives, interviews with founders and master distillers, blind tastings, and tequila education, be sure to subscribe. #Tequila #ElMexicano #AnejoTequila #AdditiveFreeTequila #TequilaReview #TastingTequilaWithBrad