Quintaliza Cask Strength Reposado Tequila Review.
Quintaliza has quietly carved out a name for itself by doing something genuinely different in the tequila space. This release takes an additive-free tequila from NOM 1522 and finishes it in American oak barrels that previously held Mexican cold brew coffee, a concept that immediately grabs attention. I reviewed the standard 40% release about a year ago and walked away impressed by how clearly those roasted coffee notes came through without overwhelming the agave. Because that original bottling was so well received, Quintaliza followed it up with a cask strength version, bottled at 45% ABV. On paper, five extra proof points does not sound dramatic, and I initially wrote it off for that exact reason. Still, curiosity won out, especially with Quintillesa keeping the price the same as the standard release and maintaining transparency around additives and sourcing. This reposado starts as an additive-free tequila and then ...