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Pretty Bottle… Bad Tequila? | Honest Extra Añejo Review Pretty bottle tequila review — does a beautiful bottle actually mean bad tequila? In this honest extra añejo tequila review, I crack open a stunning ceramic bottle and find out if the juice inside lives up to the hype or if it’s all style over substance. In this video, I do a fresh pop tasting and honest review of a visually stunning extra añejo tequila sent to me by Oceana Azul Liquors. With limited production transparency but a five-year rest in French oak, I break down exactly what I’m getting on the nose, palate, and finish — and whether the tequila delivers where the agave matters most. We talk about: • Fancy tequila bottles vs quality tequila • Oak influence vs agave character • Sweetness, viscosity, and mouthfeel • Whether this is a tequila you buy for taste or presentation If you’re a tequila drinker who cares about what’s inside the bottle, this one’s for you. Follow Oceana Azul Liquors on Instagram Links and info below Thanks for watching — and as always, drink curious. https://oceanoazulliquor.com/ @oceanoazulliquor #TequilaReview #ExtraAñejo #TequilaTruth #TequilaLife #TastingTequila © Tasting Tequila with Brad

Blind Still Strength Tequila Showdown #2 | Wild Common vs LALO 2025 vs G4 vs Nocturna This blind Still Strength tequila showdown was requested by YOU. After the first Still Strength blind tasting surprised everyone, a follower challenged me to line up Wild Common Still Strength, LALO High Proof 2025, Alma del Jaguar Nocturna, and G4 High Proof 108 — completely blind. No labels. No hype. No brand bias. Just honest reactions and a final ranking based purely on what’s in the glass. Still strength and high-proof tequilas are some of the most transparent expressions of agave, and this lineup represents four very different production styles, distilleries, and philosophies. Tasting them blind removes expectations and shows how much variety exists even within the same proof range. In this video you’ll see: • A true blind tasting showdown • Real-time reactions • Still strength tequila comparison • Final rankings revealed • Why blind tasting matters • How expectations can change everything This is Still Strength Round #2, following my first blind showdown featuring Fortaleza, Tapatio, Santos, and Lost Lore. If you haven’t seen that video yet, I highly recommend watching it — the results were wild. Before watching — comment below and lock in your pick: Which one do YOU think wins this blind test? Featured Tequilas • Wild Common Still Strength • LALO High Proof 2025 • Alma del Jaguar Nocturna • G4 High Proof 108 If you enjoy blind tastings, still strength tequila, and honest agave content, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment with the next bottles you want to see go head-to-head. Your comments directly influence what I film next. Subscribe for more blind tastings, reviews, and tequila interviews @tastingtequilawithbrad

The Story Behind Brahman Tequila | From Jalisco to the Glass Brahman Tequila is a family-built tequila brand from Jalisco focused on quality, terroir, and craftsmanship. In this interview, the founders of Brahman Tequila share their story, distillation process, and vision. Brahman Tequila is a tequila brand founded by three brothers from Jalisco with a passion for quality, family, and authentic tequila production. In this long-form interview, we dive into the story behind Brahman Tequila, from its beginnings as a passion project shared among friends and family to its evolution into a growing artisanal tequila brand. We discuss the Brahman Tequila distillation process, the importance of agave selection and terroir, and how traditional and modern techniques come together to create a smooth, approachable Blanco tequila. The founders also explain the art of blending, their exploration of aging and barrel programs, and what sets Brahman Tequila apart in today’s crowded tequila market. This conversation also highlights the role of community, family values, and long-term vision in building a tequila brand the right way—without shortcuts. Topics Covered: • Brahman Tequila’s origin story • Tequila distillation & production methods • Agave terroir and flavor development • Crafting a smooth Blanco tequila • Artisanal tequila vs mass-market brands • Future plans for Brahman Tequila • Where to buy Brahman Tequila If you enjoy real conversations with tequila founders, additive-free brands, and behind-the-scenes tequila education, make sure to subscribe to Tasting Tequila with Brad and hit the like button—it helps the channel grow and supports quality tequila content.

Is Murciélago Tequila Blanco ACTUALLY Good? | Honest Tequila Review Murciélago Tequila Blanco review — an honest look at this agave-forward tequila from NOM 1499. I break down production details, nose, palate, finish, and where it fits for sipping or cocktails. In this video, I taste and review Murciélago Tequila Blanco, a small-batch blanco made with 100% Tequilana Weber agave from Los Altos, Jalisco. This is a clean, smooth tequila designed to be approachable — not overhyped and not torn down — just a real, honest assessment of what’s in the glass. I also recently sat down with the Murciélago sales team for an interview where we talk about the brand, the people behind it, and their vision. If you want the full context behind this bottle, make sure to check out that interview next. Production Details: • NOM: 1499 • Agave: 100% Tequilana Weber • Region: Los Altos (Southern Highlands), Jalisco • Cooking: Autoclave (high pressure) • Extraction: Roller mill • Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks, no fibers • Water Source: Deep well water • Distillation: Twice distilled • Still: Stainless pot still with copper coil • ABV: 40% (80 proof) Tasting Notes: • Nose: Cooked agave, light citrus, rosemary, subtle spice • Palate: Soft and silky mouthfeel, agave-forward, gentle pepper • Finish: Clean, herbal, quick but bold This tequila isn’t trying to be a high-proof powerhouse or a complex unicorn bottle — it’s a solid, versatile blanco that works neat, on the rocks, or in simple cocktails. Have you tried Murciélago Blanco? Let me know your thoughts in the comments. #MurciélagoTequila #TequilaReview #blancotequila #TequilaCommunity #AgaveSpirits #HonestReview #TastingTequilaWithBrad If you enjoy honest tequila reviews and real conversations with the people behind the brands, subscribe to Tasting Tequila with Brad, hit the like button, and check out my interview with the Murciélago sales team for the full story behind this tequila. © Tasting Tequila with Brad

This Is What Reposado Tequila SHOULD Taste Like | Atanasio Orígenes Review Atanasio Orígenes Reposado tequila review featuring an old-school, additive-free reposado made at NOM 1599 by the Carranza family. Bottled at 46% ABV, this traditional tequila delivers bold agave, spice, and herbal depth. This is Tequila Orígenes Reposado, produced in El Medineño, Jalisco by Familia Landeros under Maestro Tequilero René Carranza. Designed as a tribute to how tequila was made over a century ago, Orígenes is bottled at a higher proof than the Carranza family’s core lineup and highlights a more lactic, herbaceous, agave-forward profile. Production Details: • 100% Blue Weber agave • Cooked 24 hours in autoclave • Roller mill extraction • Ambient yeast fermentation (6–8 days) • Open-air stainless steel fermentation • Double distilled in stainless pot stills • Aged 6 months & 25 days in used American oak • Additive-free • 46% ABV Tasting Notes: On the nose, lightly spiced aromas of clove, black peppercorn, anise, and ginger lead the way. The palate opens with toasted nuts, cooked fruit, and dried corn leaves, finishing dense, herbal, and agave-forward with restrained oak and lingering spice. I recently interviewed Sheccid Elizabeth Carranza, and this bottle perfectly reflects the Carranza family’s commitment to traditional tequila, honesty, and heritage. If you love real reposado tequila, high-proof expressions, and additive-free production, this one deserves your attention. Let me know in the comments if you prefer agave-forward reposados or more barrel-driven styles. Subscribe for honest tequila reviews, distillery interviews, and additive-free recommendations Like if you appreciate traditional tequila done right Comment if you’ve tried Atanasio or Orígenes before Share this with someone who still thinks reposado means “sweet oak” FOLLOW / SUPPORT Instagram: @TastingTequilaWithBrad Facebook: Tasting Tequila with Brad Website: https://thetequilashop.net

This Mezcal Surprised Me | La Pulga Mezcal Review (Tequila Drinkers, Watch This) La Pulga Mezcal review for tequila drinkers curious about mezcal. This artisanal mezcal surprised me with balance, smoke, sweetness, and depth. If you love tequila, watch this before skipping mezcal. La Pulga Mezcal review for tequila drinkers who think mezcal is “too smoky.” In this video, I give my honest first-hand tasting notes on La Pulga Mezcal, breaking down the nose, palate, mouthfeel, and finish to see how it stacks up for tequila lovers exploring mezcal for the first time. This mezcal surprised me with its balance — delivering smoke without overpowering the agave, along with sweetness, minerality, and layered complexity that feels familiar to high-quality tequila drinkers. Tasting Notes Covered: • Roasted agave sweetness • Balanced smoke (not overpowering) • Citrus oils and herbal notes • Earthy minerality • Honey, cacao, and floral aromatics • Long, clean, elegant finish If you’re a tequila drinker curious about mezcal, this is the kind of bottle that can bridge that gap. Drop your tasting notes in the comments and tell me: Is mezcal growing on you — or are you still team tequila only? FOLLOW / SUPPORT Subscribe for honest tequila & mezcal reviews Instagram: @TastingTequilaWithBrad Facebook: Tasting Tequila with Brad Website: https://thetequilashop.net