EL TEQUILA LO MÁS ASOMBROSO.

I am not a casual tequila drinker.

While I won’t waste your time with tales of my palette prowess, I will say this: I love all things agave. Tequila, mezcal, raicilla, sotol. You name it, I drink it. Furthermore, when I want a quality bottle, I don’t run down to my corner liquor store for a bottle of forgettable, name-brand agave garbage. (Agarbage?) Instead, I go to the source: Jalisco, Mexico. Granted, owning a house in Puerto Vallarta helps, but nonstop flights from my home in Portland to Guadalajara are remarkably affordable, and the Pueblos Magicos of Tequila and Amatitán are just a little over an hour away.

On a recent trip, I discovered a tequila so noteworthy that I couldn’t let you live out the rest of your days without it gracing your lips.

It’s called Asombroso.

From the unique bottle to the classy branding, Asombroso screams high-end. Furthermore, its name means “amazing” in Spanish. Look it up. However, it’s remarkably affordable; you can find it for around $35 in the United States.

From the first sip, it becomes crystal clear that Asombroso is a tequila made to be enjoyed on its own, not hidden in a cocktail. I tried the Ultrafino Silver iteration, and was immediately blown away by its smooth yet spicy character. Notes of cinnamon and clove counterbalance the prevalent orange and grapefruit notes that immediately latch on to the top of your palate. A light, smooth body provides the backbone for this incredible spirit.

Let me be clear: I am not affiliated with Asombroso in any way. I’m not being paid to write this article. Much like Archimedes, I simply shout “eureka” when I’ve made a game-changing discovery. And Asombroso Ultrafino Silver is the best tequila I’ve ever had at this price point. Lo mejor que he tenido. Definitivamente. I’m even typically more of an Añejo or Extra Añejo tequila drinker, but Asombroso’s Ultrafino Silver more than holds its own in the flavor and mouthfeel department against tequilas that are more expensive and longer aged.

For those of you who refuse to drink incredible spirits neat, I would recommend inserting Asombroso into a traditional whiskey cocktail, such as a Boulevardier or Old Fashioned. While the flavor profile is obviously nothing like that of whiskey, its sweet and spicy notes will provide the same type of complexity that a brighter whiskey would.

Where can you find this sultry spirit? Obviously, you can head to the source: Amatitán, Jalisco. If you’re looking for a bottle to magically appear on your doorstep, head to shop.asombrosotequila.com today and order a bottle your mouth won’t soon forget.

Try Asombroso. If you don’t like it, it’s probably because you hate happiness.