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Jose Cuervo Platino

Jose Cuervo Platino

Jose Cuervo Platino is a blanco tequila produced by Jose Cuervo. The nose offers muted cooked agave, earthiness, and faint citrus hints. Palate notes include strong black pepper and sweet flavors that some find artificial. The finish is thin, bitter, and astringent with lingering alcohol heat. Older 2007 batches reportedly offered cleaner profiles, while newer versions lack distinct agave character. Critics view this as a standard option rather than a premium spirit. It suits mixing well but lacks the complexity for neat sipping due to its harsh edges and simple spice profile.

Category:Tequila

Style:Blanco

NOM:1122

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Plant:Azul (Agave tequilana)

Fermentation:100% agave

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Flavor Profile

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Citrus FruitsFruityFloralHerbalSpicedSweetness
Visual Phase

Visual Phase

Color: Crystalline, very bright, with slight cold flashes could be perceived such as silver, very faint bluish or cold light gray under certain lighting conditions. Clarity: Clean and transparent, without impurities or turbidity.

Olfactory Phase

Olfactory Phase

Aromatic profile with a combination of citrus, fruity, herbal and sweet notes. Aromas of pineapple, tangerine and grapefruit stand out, accompanied by apple yellow, mint and cinnamon, along with a sweet caramel note. The intensity aromatic is average, as is the alcoholic sensation.

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Taste Phase

Taste Phase

Citrus and spicy taste profile, with defined flavors of mandarin, grapefruit and cinnamon, which provide a fresh and vibrant acidity. Sweet notes of pineapple are perceived and a sweetness reminiscent of caramel. Acidic flavors predominate, accompanied by a subtle sweetness. The alcoholic sensation is medium-low. The aftertaste shows an average persistence, dominated by citrus notes and fruity. Notes of pineapple, orange and lime are perceived. The alcoholic sensation and astringency is low, allowing the final notes to be expressed clearly and softness.

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🍍Pineapple
🍊Tangerine
🍎Apple
🫚Ginger
🪵Cinnamon
🥭Mango
🍊Grapefruit
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About the Brand

Jose Cuervo is a mezcal brand with a meaningful name: it honors the mother of its founders and embodies the Mexican expression "this one with mother," implying something exceptional and perfect. This mezcal aims to connect with both connoisseurs and newcomers, offering a taste experience that symbolizes maternal love, care, and tradition.

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