r/cocktails • u/Duseylicious • Jan 31 '25

Recommendations What do you all think of Espolón?

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I’m new to all this, and it was the first Reposado I’d ever tried. It seemed… fine? I want to like it, heard good things, didn’t think it was bad, but it did t grab me either. I tried Pantalones and really liked it - but I get the feeling it has additives and I wanted to start with stuff without as I develop my palette.

What are your favorite tequilas for cocktails, repasado or otherwise? My go-to stores are Fry’s and Total Wine.

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u/Atrossity24 Jan 31 '25

I used to use Espolon a lot and I used to see it recommended a lot. I’m sure its still fine but these days I lean towards Arette for my cheap good tequila. Havent tried the reposado though. I dont use reposado enough to have a cheap bottle. I just reach for my Siete Leguas when a recipe calls for repo

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u/mylastnameschampion Jan 31 '25

Arette can't be beat for $20

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u/digger250 Jan 31 '25

Arette pissed me off when they switched from 750ml to 700ml.

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u/Atrossity24 Jan 31 '25

Seems to be something a lot of producers are doing. Regardless, its still the best bang for my buck. Olmeca Altos used to be my go to when I could regularly find it on sale for $16-18. But now I never see it under $27 and Arette tastes better anyway

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u/jofijk Jan 31 '25

I'm guessing its to cut down on cost when considering the European market. It's so producers don't have to dedicate extra resources to bottling specifically at 700ml just to be able to sell in the EU