Tasting Tequila with Brad

Tequila aging explained, reposado vs añejo, how tequila ages, tequila barrel size, oak aging tequila—this video breaks down why a 6-year-old tequila is still a reposado and how aging really works. Most people think older tequila is always better—but that’s not how tequila aging actually works. In this video, we break down why a tequila aged for over 6 years can still legally be called a reposado....

Tequila’s Cousin?! Trying 50% ABV Sotol (This Was Unexpected) If you’re a tequila or whiskey drinker, this 50% ABV sotol might surprise you. Today I’m reviewing Sol2Noches Sotol, a handcrafted desert spirit that’s quickly gaining attention—and for good reason. Sol2Noches was officially launched in 2023, but it’s been years in the making. Built by four founders from diverse backgrounds, the brand f...

If you’re a whiskey drinker, this tequila might finally make sense. Today I’m reviewing the House of Rare RAREcask Genesis PX Extra Añejo—aged in bourbon barrels and finished in PX sherry casks. If you’re a whiskey drinker, this tequila might finally make sense. Today I’m diving into the RAREcask Genesis PX Extra Añejo from House of Rare, a limited release tequila aged for 3 years in bourbon barre...

Tequila vs bourbon—what happens when you combine them? In this video, I test the “Quick Sip” method inspired by Whiskey Tequila Fridays using Ensueño Añejo and Woodford Reserve. Tequila vs bourbon—what actually happens when you drink them together? In this video, I’m trying something a little different. Inspired by my friends over at Whiskey Tequila Fridays, I put their “Quick Sip” method to the t...

Patrón 100 vs High Proof Tequilas… Blind Taste Test Results Patrón 100 goes head-to-head with high proof tequilas in this blind taste test—but does it actually hold up? In this video, I compare still strength tequila expressions up to 110 proof to see which one truly delivers. We’re putting some serious hitters on the table: * PM Spirits Still Strength Blanco (110 proof) * Suerte Still Strength Bl...

Inside El Sabino Distillery: Tasting Manuscrito’s First-Ever Batch Manuscrito Tequila first batch tasting at El Sabino Distillery in Jesús María, Jalisco. I got to try a rare, never-sold tequila made by master distiller Oscar Vázquez and co-founder Jake Taylor—this is the original 300 liter batch that started it all. This is one of the most unique experiences I’ve had in tequila—standing inside El...

A Subscriber Showed Up With RARE Tequila… This Happened Rare tequila, old dusty bottles, high proof tequila, Valor Tequila, Espolon vintage, tequila hunting, additive-free tequila, tequila tasting, tequila review. What happens when someone takes me up on the offer to come drink tequila at my bar? In this episode, Stephen Garrett shows up in Indianapolis with some incredible old dusty tequila bottl...

Harvesting Agave, Then Selecting a Single Barrel Tequila (Behind the Scenes) Tequila harvest, agave fields Mexico, VALOR Tequila, single barrel añejo selection, how tequila is made, harvesting agave, tequila tasting process, Gente Buena Foundation, additive free tequila What is it really like to harvest agave in Mexico… and then turn around and pick your own Añejo single barrel? In this video, I t...

Patrón 100 Review – Is This Actually Real Tahona Tequila? Patrón 100 Review – Is this 100% tahona tequila actually authentic? This high proof tequila is distilled to proof with no dilution, bold agave flavor, and a big debate around authenticity. Patrón 100 Review – Is this 100% tahona tequila actually authentic? This high proof tequila is distilled to proof with no dilution, bold agave flavor, an...

NOT Tequila?! Naiche Sotol Review – Tequila’s Wild Cousin Explained Sotol review, Naiche Sotol review, what is sotol, tequila vs sotol, additive-free Mexican spirits—today we’re diving into one of the most unique bottles coming out of Mexico right now. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I review Naiche Sotol, a small-batch artisanal spirit from Chihuahua, Mexico made from wild-harvested...

El Bandido Yankee tequila review interview with NFL player Jim Bob Morris and James Morris. Learn the real story behind this additive-free tequila brand, production process, and how it competes with celebrity tequilas. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I sit down with Jim Bob Morris (former NFL player) and his son James, co-founders of El Bandido Yankee, to break down one of the most u...

Dohba Mezcal Ensamble Review | Mezcal vs Tequila | Additive Free Mezcal | Agave Rhodacantha | Agave Potatorum | Tequila Alternative Is mezcal better than tequila? In this video, I review Dohba Mezcal Ensamble made from 80% Mexicano (Agave Rhodacantha) and 20% Papalometl (Agave Potatorum), and this might completely change how tequila drinkers think about mezcal. Dohba Mezcal is produced in Oaxaca u...

Tequila Providencia review, new tequila brand, additive free tequila, NOM 1465 tequila, small batch tequila review. Is this new tequila worth it or just hype? Today we break it down. Tequila Providencia review, new tequila brand, additive free tequila, NOM 1465 tequila, small batch tequila review. Is this new tequila worth it or just hype? Today we break down Tequila Providencia from sourcing to p...

This Tequila Will Sell Out in Minutes… Yéyo Mission 1530 (INSIDE STORY) Yéyo Mission 1530 tequila interview, limited release tequila 2026, additive free tequila, charity tequila bottle, Sip Tequila drop, rare tequila release, Yeyo tequila, craft agave spirits, tequila brand story In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I sit down with Jon from Yéyo Tequila to talk about one of the most uniqu...

700 Bottles… Here’s How I Actually Choose Tequila How to choose tequila, best tequila for beginners, blanco vs reposado vs anejo vs high proof tequila—this is how I actually pick a tequila when I’m staring at 700 bottles behind the bar. Ever walk into a bar and feel overwhelmed by all the tequila options? You’re not alone. In this video, I break down how to choose tequila based on your mood—from c...

Manuscrito Reposado Review | Chapter 3 Tequila | Additive-Free Breakdown Is Manuscrito Chapter 3 Reposado actually worth the hype… or is this just another overhyped tequila? In this video, I break down everything you need to know about this highly talked about reposado—from production methods and aging to tasting notes and overall value. This tequila is crafted at El Sabino Distillery (NOM 1643) b...

Wine barrel tequila, Don Rico Añejo review, additive free tequila, añejo tequila review, tequila tasting notes, NOM 1608 tequila — is this wine barrel finish actually done RIGHT? In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I break down Don Rico Añejo, an additive-free tequila coming out of NOM 1608 with a unique double cask aging process. This tequila spends time in both bourbon barrels and Fren...

Emblema Tequila review and interview with founders Jean Birlain and Alex Cardenas. This additive-free tequila focuses on Mexican history, culture, and traditional production methods. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I sit down with the founders of Emblema Tequila to break down the story behind one of the most unique new tequila brands on the market. Jean Birlain and Alex Cardenas shar...

Putting tequila in the freezer might make it smoother—but it actually kills the flavor. In this video, I break down the science behind why cold tequila tastes dull and what you should do instead. If you’ve ever wondered why your tequila tastes flat or muted, the answer comes down to aroma, temperature, and how your brain processes flavor. From volatility of aromatic compounds to how your nose affe...

What happens when a tequila cook goes wrong… and turns into the BEST blanco of the year? In this review, I break down House of Rare Founder’s Cut Blanco — a limited 777 bottle release that won Best in Show at ADI 2025. This is one of the most unique production stories I’ve seen in tequila. An oven shuts off mid-cook… Instead of dumping the batch… they keep going. The result? A 68-hour cook and one...

Tahona vs roller mill tequila—does extraction method REALLY change the flavor? In this blind tequila tasting, we put two tequilas made from the SAME agave, same cook, same fermentation, and same distillation to the test. The ONLY difference? Tahona vs roller mill extraction. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, we break down one of the biggest debates in tequila: does traditional tahona c...

Marcado 28 Reposado Review | Additive-Free Tequila Breakdown Is Marcado 28 Reposado just another celebrity tequila… or is this one actually legit? In this review, I break down everything you need to know about this additive-free reposado tequila—from production and aging to tasting notes and overall value. I also recently sat down with co-founders Michael Voltaggio and Bruno Barba, and that full i...

Stop Pairing Tequila With Spicy Food (Biggest Tequila Mistake Explained!) Stop pairing tequila with spicy food… it’s the biggest tequila mistake most people make. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I break down the best food pairings for tequila and explain why spicy foods can actually ruin your tasting experience. If you’ve ever wondered what to eat with tequila—this video will complet...

Celebrity Tequila Done RIGHT?! Marcado 28 Interview w/ Michael Voltaggio & Bruno Barba Marcado 28 Tequila Interview with Michael Voltaggio and Bruno Barba — is this celebrity tequila actually legit? In this deep dive, we break down production, flavor profile, agave sourcing, and what makes this tequila different. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I sit down with Top Chef winner Mic...

104 Proof Tequila?! This Underrated Blanco Will Shock You (Suerte Still Strength Review) Suerte Still Strength Blanco Tequila Review (104 Proof / 52% ABV). This high proof tequila is tahona crushed, additive-free, and packed with intense agave flavor. Is this the most underrated still strength tequila? In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I review Suerte Still Strength Blanco, a 104 proof...