Tasting Tequila with Brad

Viva Mexico World Edition High-Proof Blanco: 48% for 48 Countries! What happens when a tequila is built around the 2026 World Cup? The brand-new Viva Mexico World Edition High-Proof Blanco is one of the most unique tequila releases I've come across. Bottled at 48% ABV to represent the 48 countries competing in the 2026 World Cup, this limited release takes the World Cup concept far beyond the pack...

Luisyana Tequila Blanco Review: This Tequila Delivers! What happens when a tequila's story, production, and flavor all come together in the glass? In this review, I take a closer look at Luisyana Tequila Blanco after sitting down with José Andres, one of the owners of Luisyana Tequila. We talked about his family's history, the story behind the brand, where the agave comes from, and how this tequil...

Is Lunazul Blanco Worth Buying? I Gave It a Second Chance! I may have been a little unfair to Lunazul Blanco the first time I reviewed it. After tasting Lunazul Blanco served cold on a Delta flight for the Tequila Report, I wondered if the temperature had affected my opinion. So, I bought a bottle with my own money, brought it home, and gave this widely available tequila a second chance at room te...

Best Budget Tequila Under $30? 4 Bottles Blind Tasted! Can you find a great tequila for under $30? In this blind tasting, we put four affordable blanco tequilas head-to-head to find out which one delivers the best bang for your buck. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, we blind taste Arette Clásico, Cimarrón Blanco, Azul Force Blanco, and Casa Cultura Blanco to see which budget tequila s...

Cultura 100 Joven: One of the Best Tequilas I've Ever Tasted? What happens when high-proof Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo come together in one incredible tequila? In this review, Brad takes an early look at Cultura 100 Joven, a soon-to-be-released tequila bottled at 49% ABV. After spending time tasting this unique blend, he explains why this Joven could become one of the most exciting new tequilas fo...

Desolas Mezcal: Not Your Average Mezcal! | Exclusive Interview with Sammy Halpern What makes Desolas Mezcal different from your average mezcal? In this exclusive interview, Brad sits down with Sammy Halpern, co-founder of Desolas Mezcal, to explore the story behind the brand, its unique approach to mezcal, and why Desolas is designed to bridge the gap between tequila and mezcal. Sammy shares how c...

Jimmy Sauza Made This? | Dos Ángeles Reposado Production & Tasting Can a Reposado made by Jimmy Sauza really be one of the best tequilas you’ve never heard of? Today, I taste Dos Ángeles Reposado and take a closer look at how it’s made, from the agave and cooking process to wild fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging. Here’s what we explore: 100% Blue Weber Agave from the Amatitán area 1...

Mijenta Añejo Tequila Review: 4 Woods, Rich Flavor & Incredible Agave What happens when you use four different types of wood to create an Añejo tequila without letting the oak overpower the agave? In this tequila review, I take a closer look at **Mijenta Añejo**, a tequila known for its additive-free approach and unique multi-wood aging program. Instead of hiding the agave behind heavy oak, Mi...

Are Single Barrel Tequilas Worth It? Blind Tasting La Pulga & Lost Lore Can you really tell the difference between a single barrel tequila and a regular Reposado in a blind tasting? Today, I blind taste two single barrel and special releases against their regular tequilas to find out if they are really worth seeking out. Featured tequilas include: La Pulga Still Austin La Pulga Reposado Lost L...

Nosotros Blanco Review | Old NOM 1438 vs New NOM 1621 Has Nosotros Tequila Blanco improved after changing distilleries? In this side-by-side comparison, I taste both versions of Nosotros Blanco to see how the original NOM 1438 compares to the new NOM 1621 release. Founded by Carlos Soto and Michael Bracamonte, Nosotros has always stood out by blending Highlands and Valley Blue Weber agave to creat...

Meet Jose Andres | The Story Behind Luisyana Tequila What does it take to build a new tequila brand from the ground up? In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Jose Andres, founder of Luisyana Tequila, to discuss his family's incredible journey in tequila, the history behind the brand name, and how a fourth-generation tequila family built their own distillery in Amatitán, Jalisco. Jose shares...

La Pulga Still Austin Double Barrel Reposado Review | Worth the Hype? Can a bourbon barrel finish make a great tequila even better? In this review, I take an in-depth look at the limited-edition La Pulga Still Austin Double Barrel Reposado, a unique collaboration between La Pulga Tequila and Still Austin Whiskey Co. Produced at NOM 1068 using 100% Blue Weber Agave from the Highlands of Jalisco, th...

Alma del Jaguar Apple Brandy Cask Añejo Review | Best Apple Brandy Finished Tequila? If you're searching for one of the most unique limited-edition additive-free tequilas, this review is for you. In this video, I review the Alma del Jaguar Barricas Series Apple Brandy Cask Añejo Tequila, a premium release crafted at NOM 1414 using 100% Blue Weber Agave from the Highlands of Jalisco. After aging fo...

Can I Find the Reposado? | Blind Tequila Tasting Can you really tell the difference between a Reposado tequila and a barrel rested Blanco in a blind tasting? In today's blind tequila challenge, I taste four outstanding tequilas without knowing which is which. Three are barrel rested Blancos that have picked up subtle oak influence while keeping their vibrant agave character, and one is a true Repo...

House of Rare Blanco Review | Does the New Blanco Live Up to the Founders Cut Hype? Everybody remembers the award-winning House of Rare Founders Cut, but now it's time to see if the brand-new House of Rare Blanco can live up to that incredible reputation. In this review, I take a deep dive into House of Rare's newest tequila produced at NOM 1648 in the Tequila Valley. We'll explore the traditional...

How Tequila Encyclopedia Fell in Love with Tequila | Marissa Paragano Interview Ever wonder how Tequila Encyclopedia (Marissa Paragano) became one of the most respected voices in the tequila community? In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Marissa Paragano, creator of Tequila Encyclopedia and co-host of   @thetequiladies  to explore her incredible journey into the world of tequila. Marissa...

Lost Lore FTR vs Poco Madre Rosa Reposado | Two of the Rarest Tequilas Ever! Have you ever wondered whether limited-edition tequila is actually worth the hunt? In this review, I compare two of the rarest Lost Lore releases ever made—the FTR Special Release Reposado and the legendary Poco Madre Rosa Reposado. Both are handcrafted by Master Distiller Sergio Cruz at NOM 1414, using traditional produc...

M77 Reposado Review | Limited Edition Tequila Worth the Hype? If you've been searching for an authentic small-batch tequila, the new M77 Reposado deserves your attention. In this review, I take a deep dive into M77's newest limited-edition Reposado, discussing the traditional production process, tasting notes, French oak aging, and whether this handcrafted tequila is worth tracking down. In this v...

AVUÁ Amburana Cachaça Review | Brazil's Best Kept Spirit? Can AVUÁ Amburana Cachaça compete with the world's best craft spirits? In this review, I explore AVUÁ Amburana, a premium Brazilian Cachaça produced using fresh sugarcane juice, wild fermentation, copper pot distillation, and aged for two years in native Amburana wood. If you're a tequila lover looking to branch out into another traditional...

Why Siempre Añejo Never Disappoints | Sergio Cruz's Incredible Tequila Review Is Siempre Añejo really one of the best additive-free tequilas available today? In this review, I take a closer look at Siempre Añejo (NOM 1414) and explain why it continues to be one of my favorite tequilas. Produced by Sergio Cruz, this tequila is crafted using estate-grown Blue Weber Agave, traditional masonry ovens,...

Mezcal Local Founder Interview | Tradition, Terroir & Family with Jerónimo Dorbecker Have you ever wondered what truly makes a traditional mezcal different? In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Jerónimo Dorbecker, founder of Mezcal Local, to discuss the philosophy behind one of Mexico's most authentic artisanal mezcal brands. We explore the importance of tradition, terroir, family heri...

Acre Largo Joven Rosa Review | Is This the Best Rosa Tequila Yet? Is Rosa tequila actually worth drinking, or is it just another marketing gimmick? In this review, I take a deep dive into Acre Largo Joven Rosa, an additive-free tequila produced at NOM 1580 in Jesús María, Jalisco. Crafted from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave, this unique Joven Rosa is created by blending Blanco and Reposado teq...

Tahona Blind Tasting | Can Fortaleza Beat Cambio, Maestro Dobel & Señora Leona? Can a brand-new tahona tequila beat some of the most respected tequilas on the market? In this blind tasting, I compare Fortaleza Blanco, Cambio Tequila Blanco, Maestro Dobel Tahona Blanco, and Señora Leona Blanco without knowing which glass is which. Every tequila in this lineup uses traditional tahona crushing, c...

Best Organic Tequila Under $30? | Señora Leona Blanco Review Can you really buy a certified organic, additive-free tequila for under $30? In this review, I take a deep dive into Señora Leona Blanco, a certified organic tequila produced at NOM 1607. Made from 100% Blue Weber Agave grown in the volcanic soils of Amatitán, Jalisco, this affordable tequila combines traditional production methods with...

Maestro Dobel Tahona Blanco Review | Should You Try This New Tahona Tequila? A surprise package arrived from Maestro Dobel, featuring their new Maestro Dobel Tahona Blanco. But can a brand best known for Cristalino tequila create a truly traditional additive-free tequila? In this review, I take a deep dive into Maestro Dobel Tahona Blanco, produced using traditional methods including 100% Blue Web...