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Hello tequila community!

I was exploring a liquor store I’ve never been to before, and the salesperson recommended tequila Arette, which is the picture attached. It is not a brand I had seen before but he said it’s a good product with quality from a family owned distillery. A quick search on the internet indicates the distillery has been around for a long time.

Does anyone have any prior experience with it? Is it comparable to Ocho? He mentioned something about an artisanal process to make it. I have not tried it yet, Im saving it for a special occasion in a couple of days, but I am interested in hearing if others have tried it.

My regulars at home are Ocho and El Tesoro, but I enjoy exploring new experiments every once in a while.

Thank you for your input.

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Hey yall, I’ve recently fallen in love with trying different tequilas and wanted to begin building a quality liquor cabinet. I’m looking for something to sip neat, something for mixing, something for shots, and something quality on the less expensive side. I’ve done some research and came across these 4 that have my attention, my question is, is my starting 4 looking to shape up nicely? I’d love some opinions from some seasoned tequila drinkers. I’m very new to this so I’d appreciate any input or recommendations!

Might I add, I like the idea of variety, which is why I went for one of each kind of tequila, I chose 2 reposados because I’ve come to enjoy it most

Both are quite good. Normally used to drinking 1800 and Altos, I do still like both of those. The Ocho is easily my new favorite though.

Tried 2 additive free tequilas! Ocho was life changing, tres agaves left a bit to be desired but it will be used for sweet cocktails :)
Also marg recipe was: 2oz tequila, 1 oz lime, .5 oz Cointreau and .5 oz organic agave nectar (pink salt rim)

I have have the chance to get either of these bottles from a local source. Anyone have any input about them? Which is better or more worth the price?

Had been discussing this one with my brother and he surprised me with a bottle today. Can't wait to pour me a glass here in a bit.

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Today’s lineup turned into a fun little showdown: two newer additions to the shelf versus two bottles that have been favorites for a while.

The first newcomer is the House of Rare Extra Añejo, which just arrived from SIP Tequila on Friday. Naturally, I had to open it right away. I gave it a proper pour and was genuinely impressed. Rich caramel, cooked agave, dark chocolate, and plenty of oak, but still balanced and elegant. The finish went on forever. One of those pours that immediately tells you you’re in for something serious.

The second new bottle is Cascahuín Extra Añejo. I opened it last night and couldn't stop drinking haha (see pic that was all me). It carries that signature Cascahuín character, with beautiful agave notes still present beneath layers of vanilla, spice, and mature oak. Powerful but incredibly refined.

Representing the “old guard” are two bottles I always enjoy.

First is Herencia Histórico 5 Year Extra Añejo. This one is very hard to find, so I tend to save it for special occasions. Every time I open it, it reminds me why I treasure it. Deep, complex, and wonderfully integrated.

Last is Orendain 7 Year Extra Añejo, which is currently the oldest tequila in my collection. And yes, part of the fun is simply pouring the oldest bottle on the shelf.

Four excellent extra añejos, to chill proper on this nice weather, and a nice cigar.

PS photo credit to wifey, she says she takes better pics than me.