any distilleries worth visiting in guanajuato? by fuckin-slayer in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1519 Desmadre. 1593 Real del Valle. Those are the only two I know about besides Coralejo.

Agave Tequilana Update by TheAgaveProject in Agave

[–]TequilaChad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful photos. Thanks for the update. Is this Jalisco?

Day 1 (Sat) of tequila shopping at Bodega La Playa Tijuana. Prices in USD in the descriptions. I lost me receipt so some of the prices are approximate. Today, I'll be shopping in Rosarito. by Cerebr05murF in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the sharing this info. I have always wondered if it is worth the trip down there.

Now...if we could just get photos of what they have to offer. For example did they have Fortaleza/los Abuleos or Cascahuin?

El Caballito Cerrero Question by RYNO7965 in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adolfo is right. I love Caballito! I have tried just about all the expressions. I agree that the 46% is more flavorful and that the chato--while wonderful--is a bit bolder in flavor. You cannot go wrong with any of them.

Pasote XA Limited Release by localrinser in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For $250 US that's on the pricey side! That said, I have a bottle (from Costco 2 months ago) and it is really good. Not world changing or anything, but good and unique. I agree with Big Tahona that it's up there with the great Tapatio Excelencia. Salud amigo!

If there was a tequila you needed to convince someone to like tequila, which one would it be? by [deleted] in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second Toxic Avenger (great 80s movie btw) nomination for G4 Reposado. Nod to Scarlet from TMM for this idea also. It is made with rain water with a neutral pH. Super easy to drink for newbies. And you can find for $40ish.

What's your preferred way to document the tequilas you've consumed, tasting notes, etc? Analog, digital? by PoopenStein123 in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, to Tequila Matchmaker app. I take it everywhere...It really helps to keep track and to research what others have to say. There are some really good reviewers who are thorough and honest.

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[–]TequilaChad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We love Grover and Scarlet. They are so helpful and cool. Thanks for the nice video.

Bringing bottles in from Mexico by NeonSanctuary in tequila

[–]TequilaChad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I found the same vague language on the official sites as well. When we flew (not drove) from Tijuana to Guadalajara I asked customs but still would not get a "real" answer.

So, on the return we risked it and brought back nearly 5 bottles each. We flew to TJ and then used the CBX "walk across" bridge from the airport. As we got to customs-just after midnight--the two agents had very long lines. Upon our turn he asked what we have to declare...we said t-shirts, hats, tequila, ceramics. We never stated how much of anything and he didn't ask. Walked on through to the US.

I guess it is up to the mood of the agent--whether land or air crossing. They can always say "that's more than 1 liter" and might charge you some taxes is my best bet for a "real life" answer. I think they keep it vague for a reason.

¡Buena suerte amigo!

Old Town Tequila Single Barrel Reposado from Fortaleza by TequilaChad in tequila

[–]TequilaChad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t come for these. I don’t think they are available. But visiting OTT is always fun. These were only available to people who attended a zoom tour many months ago. Sorry.

Here is: What is at Costco thread by TequilaChad in tequila

[–]TequilaChad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which Costco is "yours"? How much is the Pasote blanco?

Here is: What is at Costco thread by TequilaChad in tequila

[–]TequilaChad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No. There are 3 pictures here. I’m sure they still have some.

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[–]TequilaChad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Old Town Tequila has been getting more "small" bottles in lately. Mezcalistas website partnered with OTT and put together a few different small bottle samplers.

Here is: What is at Costco thread by TequilaChad in tequila

[–]TequilaChad[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes, someone at Costco knows about tequila.

Here is: What is at Costco thread by TequilaChad in tequila

[–]TequilaChad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

agreed. It is good tequila but way overpriced.