Chapter 16: Tequila
Topanito Blanco (MX)
Alcohol: 40%
The Mexican natives called the seat of their gods “Topan” and the tequila “Gift of the Gods.”
The Topanito brand stands for high-quality, authentic tequila and mezcal made from 100% agave – and shows that quality does not always have to be expensive.
In the Topanito, the sugar is obtained entirely from the Maguey Espadín, the Espadín Agave.
The bottling with 40% vol. was specially created for particularly mild enjoyment.
Taster’s note:
Color: Clear.
Nose: Notes of green pepper, lemon thyme, eucalyptus, roasted agave.
Taste: Green mangoes, hay, juniper, hints of coriander seeds, grapefruits, pomelos.
Finish: Long lasting, juniper, coriander.
Price:
25ml – 3.50 EUR
50ml – 6.50 EUR
Topanito Reposado (MX)
Alcohol: 40%
Topanito Reposado is a tequila of superior 100% agave quality. In keeping with Mexico’s centuries-old tradition of tequila making, Topanito is made right in the city of Tequila, in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.
Topanito is produced using traditional, quality-oriented processes such as the so-called “single batch” distillation. After distillation, Topanito Reposado matures in oak barrels for several months, expanding its fine agave notes with aromas of vanilla and forest honey. Topanito is bottled at the distillery to ensure the highest and consistent quality.
Price:
25ml – 3.75 EUR
50ml – 7.00 EUR
Calle 23 blanco (MX)
Alcohol: 40%
The Calle 23 Blanco is the first choice for tequila purists, but in addition to the typical agave taste there are also hints of apples and pears, especially in the aftertaste and finish. It is recommended to be enjoyed pure. The freshness and fruitiness go hand in hand with the character of the agave used.
Calle 23 was created by Sophie Decobecq, one of the few female tequileras in Mexico in an otherwise traditionally male society. Sophie studied biochemistry and fell in love with tequila and the environment in which it is made from an early age. Since then, her passion has been agave brandy. She finally emigrated to Mexico more than 10 years ago to continue her passion. Calle 23 is made in Zapotlanejo, which is in the eastern highlands of the Agave growing region of the Jalisco Highlands. There, the terroir (the soil conditions) produces particularly fruity and sweet agave, because this agave was selected by Sophie Decobecq to create a special tequila – Calle 23. The agave grows there between 7 and 10 years.
Price:
25ml – 4.00 EUR
50ml – 7.50 EUR
Calle 23 reposado (MX)
Alcohol: 40%
Matured after 8 months in small bourbon barrels, this full-bodied tequila is visually striking due to its delicate amber color and its nose with its aromas of nuts, caramel and delicate vanilla alongside the typical scent of cooked agave.
Calle 23 was created by Sophie Decobecq, one of the few female tequileras in Mexico in an otherwise traditionally male society. Sophie studied biochemistry and fell in love with tequila and the environment in which it is made from an early age. Since then, her passion has been agave brandy. She finally emigrated to Mexico more than 10 years ago to continue her passion. Calle 23 is made in Zapotlanejo, which is in the eastern highlands of the Agave growing region of the Jalisco Highlands. There, the terroir (the soil conditions) produces particularly fruity and sweet agave, because these agave was selected by Sophie Decobecq to create a special tequila, just Calle 23. The agave grows there between 7 and 10 years.
Price:
25ml – 5.00 EUR
50ml – 9.50 EUR
Calle 23 anejo (MX)
Alcohol: 40%
Calle 23 is a wonderful product by the likeable Frenchwoman Sophie Decobecq. A French biologist specializing in agave culture. Although Sophie does not own a distillery, she and her team take over an entire distillery several times a year. There they can produce their Calle 23 Tequila with their own agaves and their own yeast culture (before fermentation) for a certain period of time. The agaves come from the Mexican Highlands, Los Altos de Jalisco from an area between Tapatitlan and Arandas. The soils there are very mineral, making for an equally mineral and complex end product. After distillation, this tequila is stored in ex-bourbon casks for 16 months.
Price:
25ml – 5.75 EUR
50ml – 11.00 EUR