Arisagada Tequila is one of the most traditional and authentic tequilas being made today. Cooked underground, mashed by hand in a wooden canoe with mallets, fermented in wooden tinas, and wood-fire distilled in copper — this tequila is made the way tequila, raicilla, and mezcal were produced in the 1800s.

In this review, Brad breaks down the production methods, aroma, tasting notes, finish, and the story behind Roberto Real and how he brought this ancestral style to NOM 1459. This brand is about to become more widely available through Package Group, so keep your eye on it!

If you love real agave, no additives, heritage production, and flavor complexity, this is a tequila you’ll want to try.

Watch the interview with Roberto Real here: https://youtu.be/V26KoPMU_OI

Tasting Notes: • Nose: Cooked agave, light smoke, vegetal notes, clove, jalapeño, hint of asparagus • Palate: Agave sweetness, purple grape, pear, subtle vanilla, developing into pepper and herbal/green notes • Finish: Jalapeño, mint, evolving complexity with every sip

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Cheers Have a glass of tradition tonight.

NueveUno Reposado Tequila Review | The Most Underrated Tequila You Need to Try! Is NueveUno the most underrated tequila out there? In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked brands on the market — NueveUno Reposado. Crafted at NOM 1426 by master distiller Nohemí Partida, this tequila delivers a rich, complex experience that rivals bottles twice its price.

Production Details: • NOM: 1426 (Tequila Selecto de Amatitán) • Agave Type: Tequilana Weber (Jalisco, Tequila Valley) • Cooking: Stone/Brick Ovens • Extraction: Roller Mill • Fermentation: Open-air, 100% agave, stainless tanks • Distillation: Twice distilled in stainless steel pots • Aging: American White Oak bourbon barrels • ABV: 40% (80 proof) • Certifications: Organic, Kosher

Tasting Notes: • Visual: Intense golden color with bright, luminous hues. • Aroma: Dried fruits, caramel, vanilla, preserved cherries, and nutmeg with cooked agave. • Taste: Buttery caramel, oak spice, vanilla, and cooked agave — smooth with a warm finish.

If you love brands like Fortaleza, G4, and El Tesoro, NueveUno might be your next go-to bottle. It’s a tequila that deserves way more attention — elegant, traditional, and bursting with authentic flavor.

Join the Conversation: Have you tried NueveUno? What’s your pick for the most underrated tequila on the market? Drop a comment below!

Watch More: • Interview with Alec Baca – NueveUno Brand Manager • Review of NueveUno Blanco • Tasting Tequila with Brad playlists: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEMxOAtDtsjivivQ-_VU39DKCTgJk-l-5

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Maxwell Park Tequila Blanco is more than a drink — it’s a story of culture, craftsmanship, and connection. From the hills of Jalisco to the streets of Oakland, Maxwell Park Tequila Blanco honors community, authenticity, and tradition.

In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I sit down to taste this small-batch, additive-free tequila created by actor and founder Dominick Wilkins. Made at NOM 1499 in Los Altos de Jalisco, it features slow-roasted agave, open-air fermentation, and sustainable production.

Tasting Notes: • Nose – Cooked agave, red apple, quince, and floral fruit • Palate – Agave sweetness, pepper, cinnamon, pineapple & mango • Finish – Silky, long, and smooth

Watch the full interview with Dominick Wilkins to hear how Maxwell Park Tequila was born and why it stands for connection and community.

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Christiane Maertens of VALOR Tequila joins me to talk tequila with a purpose, the Gente Buena Foundation, the Good Agave Pledge, additive-free tequila, tasting panels in Jalisco, and our upcoming single-barrel Añejo collab—100% of profits go to Gente Buena. We also discuss Batch 2 ABV decisions, a new high-proof release, cistern projects bringing water access to families, and how brands can create real community impact.

Support the mission / learn more: https://www.pledge.to/gente-buena-foundation

Grab VALOR Tequila: https://drinkvalor.com/

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• Why “tequila with a purpose” matters (and how it works) • Batch 1 → Batch 2 ABV panels & the new high-proof drop • How cistern installs transform households in Tequila, Jalisco • The Good Agave Pledge: brands teaming up for impact • Details on our charity single-barrel Añejo

About this episode We highlight additive-free production, sustainability, and shared prosperity in agave communities—plus practical ways viewers can help (even $10 moves the needle for water access).

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Carabuena Tequila Blanco Review — Pure Agave. No Gimmicks. Made at NOM 1641 in the Tequila Valley, Carabuena Tequila represents tradition, patience, and purpose. Crafted by Victor Díaz, this additive-free Blanco tequila captures everything we love about real agave: stone-oven roasting, open-air fermentation, and copper pot distillation.

In this video, Brad from Tasting Tequila with Brad dives into the full story behind Carabuena, from its sustainable production to its award-winning flavor — Double Gold at the 2025 Agavos Awards and Silver at the 2024 IWSC. Taste notes: pineapple, lime, white flowers, and that signature pepper finish that defines a true valley-style tequila.

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Sake Yeast in Tequila?! That’s right — today on Tasting Tequila with Brad, I’m reviewing Tequila Rimari Reposado, an additive-free tequila made with sake yeast fermentation, roasted in traditional stone ovens, and crafted using the Mozart Method under master distiller Sergio Cruz at NOM 1414 in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. This is where innovation meets tradition — and the results might surprise you.

Tequila Rimari was founded by Dheeraj Naidu and Vrunda Parekh, who set out to create an honest, responsibly made tequila that stands apart. Estate-grown agave, copper-still distillation, American oak aging, and zero additives — all blended into a reposado that balances warm vanilla, caramel, and floral agave brightness.

In this video, I break down the nose, palate, and finish of Rimari Reposado, talk about sake yeast in tequila, and share why Sergio Cruz’s meticulous approach makes Rimari one of the most interesting new brands out of Jalisco.

Stay tuned — my full interview with Rimari founders Dheeraj and Vrunda drops soon! Watch next: “Sergio Cruz: The Quiet Genius Behind Jalisco’s Best Tequilas” “Discover Where Your Tequila Really Comes From!” Drop a comment — is the Mozart Method genius or gimmick? Subscribe for more tequila reviews, distillery stories, and interviews every week! @TastingTequilaWithBrad

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5 new tequilas that stood out in October — each crafted with passion, tradition, and purpose. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I’m sharing five bottles that truly impressed me this month, from additive-free purity to innovative production methods.

These are 5 tequilas that stood out in October for flavor, craftsmanship, and authenticity. Featuring:

Socorro Reposado (NOM 1610) — Purpose-driven tequila from Arandas with the Case for a Case water initiative.

La Pulga Blanco (NOM 1068) — The antidote to celebrity booze from Fort Worth founders Sarah Castillo, Andrew De La Torre & Stephen Slaughter.

Rimari Reposado (NOM 1414) — Crafted by master distiller Sergio Cruz using sake yeast and the Mozart Method.

Yéyo Rosa Reposado (NOM 1414) — A vibrant, floral Rosa Reposado with depth and elegance.

Cultura 100 High Proof Blanco (NOM 1599) — Bold and pure, made for true agave lovers.

If you love additive-free tequila, high-proof expressions, and authentic agave spirits, you’ll want to watch this one. These brands represent where the tequila world is heading — innovation, integrity, and heart.

Watch next:

Interview with Socorro Co-Founder Pablo Antinori

Rimari Tequila Review Cultura 100 High Proof Adventure in Arandas

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Drop your favorite October tequila in the comments below — I love hearing what you’re sipping.

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Zumbador Añejo Tequila Review — Is this the best budget Añejo on the market? In this video I break down Zumbador Añejo Tequila, crafted by master distiller Roberto López, who not only owns the agave fields but also built the distillery and manages the entire process hands-on. This is a $45 Añejo that tastes far above its price point.

Produced in the Highlands near Jesús María using traditional methods — stone ovens, a tahona + roller mill extraction blend, wild fermentation (wood + stainless), and copper pot distillation, then aged ~14 months in American whiskey barrels — Zumbador proves you don’t need a celebrity label or additives to get flavor and character.

Nose: Toasted agave, caramel, wet earth minerality, floral lime Taste: Cooked agave sweetness, vanilla, caramel, pineapple warmth, earthy barrel spice Finish: Long, clean, lightly minty with a peppery tail

If you’re new to tequila or want a sipping Añejo that won’t break the bank, look for this bottle. In Indiana, you’ll see it through LuxBev. Otherwise, use the store locator at Zumbador’s website to find your state.

WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW with Roberto & importer Sarah — the story behind the distillery, the land, and the three hummingbirds: https://youtu.be/Qery5Lk6KEo

If you’ve tried Zumbador — drop your tasting notes in the comments. I love hearing what other agave heads pick up.

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Cultura 100 Tequila, Cultura 100 Tequila, Cultura 100 Tequila. This isn’t just another tequila review… I was actually there in Arandas, Jalisco helping Sergio Cruz and the crew finalize the new Cultura 100 High Proof Blanco (54% ABV / 108 proof) — and we did it after riding razors through the highlands of Jalisco at sunset.

In this video, I break down: • The razor ride adventure with Sergio Cruz, Jeff Boitman, Keith Bogart, Ken Eyre, Jesse + the Sip and Celebrate guys • How we blind-tasted 54%, 53%, & 52% proofs to land on the magic blend • Why high proof tequila gives you the deepest agave flavor • The signature 1414 profile: citrus, cooked agave, minerality, jalapeño + orange blossom floral notes • And my full tasting notes on the final bottled version

If you love additive-free tequila, Los Altos production, and the process, this one’s for you. Drop a comment if you’ve tried Cultura — and tell me what proof YOU think is ideal.

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Socorro Tequila is literally flying high — it’s the tequila being poured on American Airlines! ✈️ In this exclusive Tasting Tequila with Brad interview, Brad sits down with Pablo Antinori, co-founder of Socorro Tequila, to talk about how the brand started, why authenticity and giving back matter, and how they landed on American Airlines flights.

Learn the inspiring story behind their Case for a Case water initiative, how they craft their tequila in Arandas using traditional methods, and what makes Socorro one of the fastest-growing premium tequila brands in the U.S.

Watch now and discover why Socorro Tequila is taking off at 30,000 feet!

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