Tequila Thread!!! - Page 9

hammondc · 07-30-2011, 11:08 AM

BUMP!!!!! I like my tequilas ok........

Question for you tequila nerds--> What do you suggest for Margaritas. I mean simple clean margaritas. NO MIX DAMMIT. I use fresh lime juice, Patron Citronge (cheaper than Cointreau and tastes the same), and maybe a dash of club soda.

So with that said....what do you suggest for tequila and do you have a killer recipe I should try? I do NOT like spicy tequila. Thats the only catch for me. Usually, I use Silver or Reposado.

montecristo#2 · 07-30-2011, 02:41 PM

For me, I do not use mixes any more either.

Fresh lime juice, agave nectar and tequila. Occasionally I add water depending on what type of agave nectar I buy (pure versus diluted).

I know some people will say I am crazy, but I do like anejo in my margaritas. A margarita with Partida anejo is the way to go.

hammondc · 07-31-2011, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by montecristo#2

For me, I do not use mixes any more either.

Fresh lime juice, agave nectar and tequila. Occasionally I add water depending on what type of agave nectar I buy (pure versus diluted).

I know some people will say I am crazy, but I do like anejo in my margaritas. A margarita with Partida anejo is the way to go.

I did not even read this before I went to the store. Ended up with Partida Reposado. on sale for $32. GREAT stuff.

CigarNut · 07-30-2011, 04:18 PM

Lime Juice, Soda and Tequila. Plain, simple and refreshing.

I may need to give the Agave Nectar a try though

icehog3 · 07-30-2011, 09:00 PM

Shack Herf will see a lot of tequila shots going down if it's anything like the last couple years.

forgop · 04-27-2012, 08:22 PM

Picked up a bottle of Chinaco Anejo tequila today as I wanted something a little different than my favorite, which is the Don Julio Anejo. After a tiny sip, it does seem quite impressive. Unfortunately, it was $15 more/bottle.

Apexkingjusto · 04-27-2012, 08:59 PM

I quit drinking 10yrs ago, but need to buy a bottle of tequilla for a friends bday tomorrow.any siggestion

Sorry my budget is 30-65 he is q big tequilla guy

CigarNut · 04-27-2012, 09:00 PM

Mostly depends upon how much you want to spend. Don Julio is always good. I also like Cazadores Reposado as a moderately priced yet tasty choice.

icehog3 · 04-27-2012, 11:00 PM

Don Julio Anejo is always a winner.

forgop · 04-28-2012, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Don Julio Anejo is always a winner.

+1

It can be had for $50-55/bottle and is what I usually have on hand. It's much better than the Patron Anejo.

mosesbotbol · 04-28-2012, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by forgop

+1

It can be had for $50-55/bottle and is what I usually have on hand.

Yikes. I get it for $18 in Mexico!

What's the story with their new Anejo Claro?

forgop · 04-28-2012, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Yikes. I get it for $18 in Mexico!

What's the story with their new Anejo Claro?

Guess I better make a road trip for 1200+ miles @ $4+/gallon then.

Don't know anything about the Claro...

mosesbotbol · 04-28-2012, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by forgop

Don't know anything about the Claro...

I just saw the ad in an airline magazine. Anejo does not age very long and are they aging it in wood that does not color it or is processed after it is aged?

For me Reposado is good balance of age without losing too much tequila taste.

Mattso3000 · 04-28-2012, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Don Julio Anejo is always a winner.

+2 Don Julio Anejo is my go to.

forgop · 04-28-2012, 08:38 AM

So, I'm currently looking at tequila.net reviews and there are several highly rated anejos that are listed in the $35-70 range-more so than the very high priced stuff. It will be a miracle if I don't find a place and order several bottles online.

forgop · 04-28-2012, 01:30 PM

After looking at a number of reviews, I've got it "narrowed" down to just 13 anejos and having a hell of a time eliminating any of these:

1) Corrido
2) Don Pilar
3) Peligroso
4) Azunia
5) El Jimador
6) Casa Noble
7) Don Julio
8) El Tesoro
9) Siete Leguas
10) Don Lunas
11) 4 Copas
12) Partida
13) Riazul

I'd prefer to keep my initial tequila "inventory" to be about half of that size. So far, the "musts" seem to be Partida, El Tesoro, Don Pilar, and Riazul. Any suggestions?

Chainsaw13 · 04-28-2012, 01:54 PM

No Herradura Duane?

forgop · 04-28-2012, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

No Herradura Duane?

From what I am seeing, Herradura isn't a highly rated anejo. Obviously, ratings are subjective whether it involves cigars or tequila, but I'm more inclined to start out with several that are rated much higher and sound more appealing from the tasting notes I've read thus far.

mosesbotbol · 04-28-2012, 05:17 PM

Espolon & Casa Noble are two brands of Tequila I quite enjoy; how are their Anejo's rated?

forgop · 04-28-2012, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Espolon & Casa Noble are two brands of Tequila I quite enjoy; how are their Anejo's rated?

This is one site I came across: http://www.tequila.net/reviews-ratings.html

The casa noble has some good reviews and is one I had a miniature of once I recognized the bottle.

07-30-2011, 11:08 AM	#1
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,626 Trading: (17)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! BUMP!!!!! I like my tequilas ok........ Question for you tequila nerds--> What do you suggest for Margaritas. I mean simple clean margaritas. NO MIX DAMMIT. I use fresh lime juice, Patron Citronge (cheaper than Cointreau and tastes the same), and maybe a dash of club soda. So with that said....what do you suggest for tequila and do you have a killer recipe I should try? I do NOT like spicy tequila. Thats the only catch for me. Usually, I use Silver or Reposado.

07-30-2011, 04:18 PM	#4
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Lime Juice, Soda and Tequila. Plain, simple and refreshing. I may need to give the Agave Nectar a try though __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

07-30-2011, 09:00 PM	#5
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,867 Trading: (60)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Shack Herf will see a lot of tequila shots going down if it's anything like the last couple years. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

04-27-2012, 08:22 PM	#6
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Picked up a bottle of Chinaco Anejo tequila today as I wanted something a little different than my favorite, which is the Don Julio Anejo. After a tiny sip, it does seem quite impressive. Unfortunately, it was $15 more/bottle.

04-27-2012, 08:59 PM	#7
Apexkingjusto Newb Join Date: Mar 2012 First Name: Justin Location: NYC burbs CT Posts: 179 Trading: (2)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! I quit drinking 10yrs ago, but need to buy a bottle of tequilla for a friends bday tomorrow.any siggestion Sorry my budget is 30-65 he is q big tequilla guy

07-30-2011, 02:41 PM	#2
montecristo#2 Don't Taze me Bro! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 1,063 Trading: (49)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! For me, I do not use mixes any more either. Fresh lime juice, agave nectar and tequila. Occasionally I add water depending on what type of agave nectar I buy (pure versus diluted). I know some people will say I am crazy, but I do like anejo in my margaritas. A margarita with Partida anejo is the way to go.

04-27-2012, 09:00 PM	#8
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Mostly depends upon how much you want to spend. Don Julio is always good. I also like Cazadores Reposado as a moderately priced yet tasty choice. __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

04-27-2012, 11:00 PM	#9
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,867 Trading: (60)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! Don Julio Anejo is always a winner. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

04-28-2012, 08:38 AM	#15
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! So, I'm currently looking at tequila.net reviews and there are several highly rated anejos that are listed in the $35-70 range-more so than the very high priced stuff. It will be a miracle if I don't find a place and order several bottles online.

04-28-2012, 01:30 PM	#16
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! After looking at a number of reviews, I've got it "narrowed" down to just 13 anejos and having a hell of a time eliminating any of these: 1) Corrido 2) Don Pilar 3) Peligroso 4) Azunia 5) El Jimador 6) Casa Noble 7) Don Julio 8) El Tesoro 9) Siete Leguas 10) Don Lunas 11) 4 Copas 12) Partida 13) Riazul I'd prefer to keep my initial tequila "inventory" to be about half of that size. So far, the "musts" seem to be Partida, El Tesoro, Don Pilar, and Riazul. Any suggestions?

04-28-2012, 01:54 PM	#17
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,240 Trading: (96)	Re: Tequila Thread!!! No Herradura Duane? __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

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