Smoked tequila as emerged as a quietly simmering trend of 2023. Patron previously dipped its toes into the technique with the release of a $200 Gran Patron Smoky and are now doubling down with a pair of more affordable $70 bottlings. Lets dig into the blanco.
Pears and apples, mango and papaya meet with confectioners sugar, ashy smoke, a touch of minerality and light pepper. Smoke here is integrated far better than others I’ve tried and while it’s not the most interesting profile, at least it isn’t overpowering.
The tequila feels full and soft on the palate initially and reveals a mix of herbal, earthy, and roasted vegetable notes. Of course the smoke again is here, but it doesn't dominate every other flavor. The tequila has a peppery bite and it feels lightly slick on your palate at the finish.
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House Review
Nose:
Pleasant sweet agave notes, a touch of tropical fruit and confectioners sugar, clean smoke.
Taste:
Pears and apples, mango and papaya meet with confectioners sugar, ashy smoke, a touch of minerality and light pepper. Smoke here is integrated far better than others I’ve tried and while it’s not the most interesting profile, at least it isn’t overpowering.
Finish:
Short finish that’s fruit forward and smoke adjacent - this saves the pour in my eyes, returning it to agave first and profile change due to smoke second.
Overall:
I’m still not sold on the Ahumado trend, but at least this bottling has character.
Score:
80
By t8ke
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