Codigo 1530 Cristalino Tequila (75cl, 40%)

Codigo 1530 Cristalino Tequila is a 40% ABV cristalino from Amatitán, Jalisco. It begins as a reposado aged about six months in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon French oak barrels, is blended with a dash of Codigo 1530 Origen Extra Añejo finished in French Cognac casks, then charcoal-filtered to remove colour while keeping aged character. It is additive-free and distilled at NOM 1616, Varo Destilería. On the nose there are cooked agave, vanilla, toasted coconut and fresh citrus; the palate shows soft oak, sweet agave, caramel and cocoa with a touch of wine tannin; the finish is smooth, clean and lingering with subtle barrel spice and a silky texture.