Cugalabanza Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 (edited) I recently discovered that I really like sipping good tequila. Previously, I had done the obligatory cuervo shots and had some margaritas varying in quality from awful to great and had the occasional shot of chilled Patron Blanco or somesuch, but I never realized that I could like actually tasting tequila. It's becoming my favorite thing to drink. Lately, I've loved sipping these tequilas neat: Herradura Añejo Don Julio Añejo Casamigos Añejo (This is the George Clooney tequila) Espolòn Añejo As you can see, so far I'm digging the añejos mostly. Ive always loved bourbon and añejo has that mellowed wood thing that I like. I may try working my way into the Reposados for more of the pure agave flavor. Anybody else have a love of nice tequila? Or care to recommend a favorite brand? Edited April 12, 2017 by Cugalabanza Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cereal Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I believe this is a shelf below your tequilas, but 1800 (Silver) is my go-to. My perfect margarita consists of: 3 parts 1800 2 parts Nellie & Joe's Key West Lime Juice 2 parts Triple Sec (cheapest brand works fine) with plenty of ice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted April 12, 2017 Author Share Posted April 12, 2017 I believe this is a shelf below your tequilas, but 1800 (Silver) is my go-to. My perfect margarita consists of: 3 parts 1800 2 parts Nellie & Joe's Key West Lime Juice 2 parts Triple Sec (cheapest brand works fine) with plenty of ice That's a pretty good margarita. By avoiding the margarita mix in a bottle, it's automatically better than 95% of the margaritas available. If you upgrade that triple sec to Cointreau (or Grand Marnier) it becomes even better. But it's debatable whether it's worth the cost. I'd gladly drink a pitcherful of yours with Triple Sec. Try sipping one of the tequilas I listed, either neat or with an ice cube or two. I think you'd be surprised how good it is. Especially if you happen to like good whiskey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Shots of tequila. Simply put. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I recently discovered that I really like sipping good tequila. Previously, I had done the obligatory cuervo shots and had some margaritas varying in quality from awful to great and had the occasional shot of chilled Patron Blanco or somesuch, but I never realized that I could like actually tasting tequila. It's becoming my favorite thing to drink. Lately, I've loved sipping these tequilas neat: Herradura Añejo Don Julio Añejo Casamigos Añejo (This is the George Clooney tequila) Espolòn Añejo As you can see, so far I'm digging the añejos mostly. Ive always loved bourbon and añejo has that mellowed wood thing that I like. I may try working my way into the Reposados for more of the pure agave flavor. Anybody else have a love of nice tequila? Or care to recommend a favorite brand? Fortaleza is absolutely spectacular...great sipper Casa Noble Anejo is excellent as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted April 12, 2017 Author Share Posted April 12, 2017 Fortaleza is absolutely spectacular...great sipper Casa Noble Anejo is excellent as well. Nice! I'll check those out. I've heard the Fortaleza mentioned fondly, but haven't gotten to it yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 (edited) I recently discovered that I really like sipping good tequila. Previously, I had done the obligatory cuervo shots and had some margaritas varying in quality from awful to great and had the occasional shot of chilled Patron Blanco or somesuch, but I never realized that I could like actually tasting tequila. It's becoming my favorite thing to drink. Lately, I've loved sipping these tequilas neat: Herradura Añejo Don Julio Añejo Casamigos Añejo (This is the George Clooney tequila) Espolòn Añejo As you can see, so far I'm digging the añejos mostly. Ive always loved bourbon and añejo has that mellowed wood thing that I like. I may try working my way into the Reposados for more of the pure agave flavor. Anybody else have a love of nice tequila? Or care to recommend a favorite brand? Anejos are a bit hard in the mornings for me. Blanco & Reposado all day. In your price range, try Corazon. Hussong is my favorite sipping, but it's not available everywhere (Premier Liquor carries it if you're in WNY) Can't go wrong with Tres Generations, Centenario, etc. Second on the Fortaleza, but give Tequila Ocho a try too Tequila prices have skyrocketed with the designer brands, but there's a lot of value to be had out there on a pedestrian budget. Experiment with a favorite Sangrita recipe as the shot chaser, it's how it's drunk in Mexico City. Once you're fully into the tequila, then expand your horizons to mezcal, sotol & raicilla. Much better sipping options Edited April 12, 2017 by GG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I'm trying to transition from beers to sipping liquor. Tequila might be my first choice. It's an easy way to shed some empty calories. 1800 on the rocks I suppose? Any other reasonably priced Tequilas that would be worth a taste? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bray Wyatt Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I believe this is a shelf below your tequilas, but 1800 (Silver) is my go-to. My perfect margarita consists of: 3 parts 1800 2 parts Nellie & Joe's Key West Lime Juice 2 parts Triple Sec (cheapest brand works fine) with plenty of ice Sounds similar to mine, but I like to add a splash of Grand Marnier in there I'm trying to transition from beers to sipping liquor. Tequila might be my first choice. It's an easy way to shed some empty calories. 1800 on the rocks I suppose? Any other reasonably priced Tequilas that would be worth a taste? Not sure how much you will shed but its worth a try! I thought Lendale White (old USC rb who played for the titans) lost a lot of weight by quitting drinking Tequila As far as the OP, I love Margaritas and can do shots of Tequila but never tried just drinking it, what would you recommend trying first? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted April 12, 2017 Author Share Posted April 12, 2017 I'm trying to transition from beers to sipping liquor. Tequila might be my first choice. It's an easy way to shed some empty calories. 1800 on the rocks I suppose? Any other reasonably priced Tequilas that would be worth a taste? The Espolòn Añejo. If you can find it, it's probably cheaper than the 1800. Around $28 I think. The others I mentioned are more than that, like $45 to $60. Tequila is on the expensive side these days due to some supply issues with the agave plants. But I think the Espolòn is really nice. I drink it neat. I tried it with ice too, but I like it better with nothin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section122 Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I believe this is a shelf below your tequilas, but 1800 (Silver) is my go-to. I came into the thread to post this myself. A fantastic Tequila at a very reasonable price imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Gal Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Dickbe'H Tequila (100% agave, the one I really like may technically be mezcal) - smooth and delicious (and $$$$$). We buy it in Cozumel. They had talked about opening a store in Vegas years ago (which would mean US shipping), but I do not think it has happened yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I believe this is a shelf below your tequilas, but 1800 (Silver) is my go-to. My perfect margarita consists of: 3 parts 1800 2 parts Nellie & Joe's Key West Lime Juice 2 parts Triple Sec (cheapest brand works fine) with plenty of ice I expect a margarita tailgate this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 A friend turned me on to El Mayor. It's a good sipping tequila at a reasonable price. Makes a nice "winter warmer." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 Better than whiskey AND actually help with diabetes. Seems the sugar helps insulin production. I am bit skeptical, drink any hard spirits and no food, you will wither away: https://www.google.com/amp/amp.timeinc.net/time/28587/study-sugars-found-in-tequila-could-help-you-lose-weight/%3Fsource%3Ddam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammered a Lot Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 Many TBDAHOT ago, I would pour out little samples of Don Julio Blanco to attendees. A lot would refuse because of bad experiences from the cheap tequila effect. After a little sample of smooth Julio some would come back for more until I had to cut them off! Also be careful operating zippers under the influence of the Julio! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Player Available Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 A good tequila and a big fan favorite back when money was tight. at that time you could get it for $1.99 a bottle limit 2 at the duty free store at any Mexican border stop. It is Gusano Rojo it's 100% agave. Comes with a sack of sea salt tied around they neck. And of course the worm. For the price which is now $19.99 I still think it is one of the best Mescals out there. Very unique taste and comes with high marks. The bottle design has changed. But the bag of sea salt is still there. I am sure it was gobbled up by some huge beverage merger. In this day of botique tequilla distillers and some very nice ones to boot. Some are mentioned in this thread but "El Rojo" still has a place in the liquor cabinet. Cuervo's 1800 has been around a long time but Guasano Rojo leaves it in the dust. It always has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 Paradiso is the finest tequila I have ever tried, and I have tried every tequila I come across. I have been a guest in the high rollers lounge a few times. We drink million dollar margaritas- Jose Cuervo Reserva and 150 year Grand Marnier. Tremendous. And as much as I love Patron Silver, Cabo Wabo, Don Julio,,,,,I still love Cuervo Gold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cereal Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 I expect a margarita tailgate this year. It would be my pleasure to fix you a margarita! It's more difficult to pace yourself with tequila though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azalin Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 (edited) The only tequila I drink is Sauza Conmemorativo, double shots in a rocks glass. Straight - no chill, no rocks, no salt or lime. https://www.sauzatequila.com/product/sauza-conmemorativo-anejo Edited April 13, 2017 by Azalin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 I was in Mexico not long ago and got into mezcal a bit. I found that to be more suitable to sipping than the higher end tequilas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 Love Tequila, here are a few of my faves worth checking out ... Corralejo Reposado Partida anejo Corzo silver ..... I don't think I've ever tried a smoother tequila Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 (edited) The finest of the fine tequila's IMO- http://www.tequila.net/tequila-reviews/anejos/el-tesoro-de-don-felipe-tequila-paradiso-anejo.html Edited April 13, 2017 by Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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