Casa Mexico Reposado

Casa Mexico Reposado is a 40% ABV tequila from Jalisco, Mexico, rested in oak. That puts it between the bright, peppery profile of a blanco and the heavier, spiced character of an añejo. The details supplied for this bottle don't include a barrel type, aging time or agave classification, so the notes below describe what reposados typically offer rather than a measured profile of this one. Expect cooked agave sweetness to lead, with a gentle wood influence behind it. Styles like this usually show vanilla, light caramel and a trace of baking spice from the oak. Citrus peel and a little black pepper often remain from the agave. The finish tends to be softer and rounder than a blanco's, without the dense oak of a longer-aged bottle. For sipping, pour it neat at room temperature, or with a few drops of water if the alcohol feels sharp. A small chill can tighten the aroma, so skip the freezer. One large cube works if you prefer it on the rocks, because it dilutes slowly. A tulip-shaped copita or a small snifter holds the agave and oak aromas better than a tumbler. For mixed drinks, a rocks glass suits an Old Fashioned made with tequila. A chilled coupe suits a Tommy's Margarita. Reposado works well in cocktails where you want some body without losing the agave. A Margarita made with it is rounder than the blanco version, and a Paloma gains a faint vanilla note against the grapefruit. An Old Fashioned built on reposado, with agave syrup and orange bitters, is a good use of the oak character. For food, it pairs with grilled pork, carnitas, roasted chicken with chiles and aged cheeses. Its caramel and spice notes also suit mole and dishes with a little char.