Andy Bardon is the founder and visionary behind Wild Common, which is produced at one of the top tequila distilleries, Tequila Cascahuin, (NOM 1123), by one of the best master distillers, Salvador “Chava” Rosales Trejo.
In my opinion, this is one of the best Still Strength blanco tequilas.
This 50% ABV (100 Proof) Still Strength blanco emits several strong aromas. The nose is earthy with a touch of sweetness. There’s cooked agave, but also some vegetal notes. There’s some alcohol presence along with a clean mix of celery, lemongrass, with some wet minerals and brine.
The taste of cooked agave fills your mouth and every part of your palate. There’s an underlying sweet note that dances in the background. It’s viscous and creamy. There’s an herbal and peppery presence behind the prominent agave. There are hints of green olives and peppers; bell peppers and poblanos.
The proof/ABV is pleasantly apparent, but doesn’t distract from the overall impression.
The finish is mostly buttery agave with some peppery alcohol tingle. It’s excellent and it begs you to take sip after sip.
NOM | 1123 |
|---|---|
Agave | Jalisco (Los Valles) |
Cooking | Stone/Brick Ovens |
Extraction | Tahona, Roller mill |
Water | Deep well water |
Fermentation | Open-air stainless steel tanks, and cement tanks fermented with and without fibers |
Still | Copper pot |
Age | — |
ABV | 50% |
