The Last Call

Patrón Ahumado Reposado Tequila Review.      Patrón has been experimenting with smokier tequilas, attempting to capture some of that bold, earthy essence found in mezcal but with a smoother, more approachable profile. Their Ahumado Reposado is a continuation of that effort, made from 100% Blue Weber agave roasted over charcoal to introduce a gentle smokiness. It’s aged between 2 and 12 months, giving it the character of a reposado while keeping it accessible for those new to smoky agave spirits. After trying their Blanco, I was curious how the aged version would perform, and whether that smokiness would come through on the palate.      The agave for Patrón’s Ahumado Reposado is carefully roasted over charcoal, then distilled and aged in barrels for up to a year. This short aging period keeps the color light and the flavors approachable, allowing the gentle smokiness to complement, rather than overwhelm, the natural sweetness of the agave. It’...

Patrón Sherry Cask Aged Añejo Tequila Review.      Patrón isn’t usually the brand that gets enthusiasts buzzing, but this bottle had quietly caught my attention for years before it vanished from shelves. When I finally stumbled across it on a clearance rack, curiosity won out. A tequila aged exclusively in sherry casks is still a rarity, and for someone easing deeper into tequila while already loving sherry influence, this felt like a gamble worth taking.      This expression starts with Patrón’s 100% Blue Weber agave and skips the typical bourbon barrel route entirely. Instead, it is aged for at least two years in Oloroso sherry casks, with no secondary finishes or prior bourbon influence. That transparency alone is refreshing, especially in a category where finishing details can sometimes be vague. Oloroso isn’t my personal favorite sherry style, but the concept of full-term aging in those barrels is undeniably intriguing. For the full video review visit ...