La Gritona Reposado 750ml

La Gritona Reposado is a 750ml tequila made from 100% agave in Jalisco, Mexico, that is aged for 8 months in reused American whiskey barrels. It is described as a light, crisp, and vegetal tequila that retains the agave and herbaceous notes of a blanco, with a mellow mouthfeel and smooth finish. Key tasting notes include cooked agave, vegetal notes, black pepper, and hints of mint or citrus, with little to no heavy oak or vanilla flavors. It has a 40% ABV and is produced by a small, woman-owned and -run distillery.

Agave and production: Made from 100% blue weber agave from the highlands of Jalisco, roasted in earthen ovens, and distilled.

Aging: Aged for 8 months in used American whiskey barrels, which are reused multiple times to minimize the impact of the barrel.

Flavor profile: Retains the crisp, herbaceous, and vegetal qualities of a blanco tequila, with added mellowing from the barrels.

Aroma: Raw agave, garden greens, citrus, and mint.

Palate: Cooked agave, vegetal notes, black pepper, and a hint of cinnamon or freshly cut grass.

Finish: Bright, crisp, and round with no harsh burn.

Alcohol content: 40% ABV.
Unique features: Produced at a woman-owned and -run distillery and uses handblown bottles made from recycled glass.