Codigo 1530 George Strait Encore Anejo Tequila worked exactly how I needed it to. Smooth enough to drink casually, but flavorful enough that the vanilla and spice did not get lost. Happy with it.

I used Jack Daniel's Distillery 150th Anniversary Whiskey over the weekend and liked it more than I expected. It was easygoing, with a nice touch of spice and oak. Good bottle for the price.

This was a nice pickup from Red Liquors. Coalition Finished in Pauillac Barriques Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 92.6 Proo had enough flavor to stand out, especially the rich, but still stayed mellow and easy to drink.

The agave character came through nicely. The first thing I noticed was the agave, then a little smooth on the finish. It felt natural with food and was easy for everyone to enjoy. It is a bottle I can see myself ordering again.

This had a clean tequila profile. I picked up Pama Pomegranate Liqueur for a small get-together and it went over well. The smooth and fruit notes stood out most to me, with a finish that felt warm. It made a good impression without feeling overdone.

Calle 23 Reposado Tequila worked exactly how I needed it to. Smooth enough to drink casually, but flavorful enough that the agave and balanced did not get lost. Happy with it.

I used Oceano Azul Grim Reaper Anejo Tequila over the weekend and liked it more than I expected. It was crisp, with a nice touch of rich and agave. Good bottle for the price. It is a bottle I can see myself ordering again.

I liked how the agave and spice showed up. I picked up Casa Obsidiana Anejo Tequila for a small get-together and it went over well. The vanilla and agave notes stood out most to me, with a finish that felt clean.

Evan Williams Bottled In Bond 100 Proof was a good choice for the shelf. It had a clean feel, and the citrus came through without covering up the vanilla. I would buy it again for guests.