Casamigos Reposado Tequila Review

Last Updated on: 16th May 2024, 12:30 pm

J Highland

J Highland is a certified sommelier with 30 years in the liquor industry, owning a pub, a liquor store, and moonlighting as an agave spirits distiller.

Discover everything about Casamigos Reposado in this in-depth review that answers all your related questions!

Reviewed by: J Highland

Casamigos Reposado Tequila: A Top-Rated Reposado for Smooth Sipping

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Tequila expert Neil Coleman hails Casamigos Reposado as a top contender in the Reposado category. Here's what makes it stand out:

Strengths:

Smooth and Complex: This Reposado offers a step up in complexity compared to Casamigos Blanco, making it more interesting for sipping.
Warmer Notes for Bourbon Fans: The slightly warmer profile might appeal to those who enjoy bourbon, offering a familiar yet distinct taste.
Balanced for All Levels: With a well-balanced flavor profile, Casamigos Reposado caters to both tequila beginners and experienced drinkers.
Sipping in Mind: The smooth taste and complex profile make it ideal for enjoying neat or on the rocks.

Weaknesses:

Consider the Price for Mixing: While enjoyable in cocktails, the higher price point might make Casamigos Reposado a less budget-friendly option for mixing.

Verdict:

In short, Casamigos Reposado is a great choice for those seeking a smooth and flavorful Reposado tequila for sipping. Its complexity and crowd-pleasing taste make it a top contender in the category, but keep in mind the price when considering it for cocktails.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Vanilla, caramel, agave
Palate: Agave, vanilla, almond, caramel
Alcohol content: 80 proof (40% ABV)
How to drink: Neat or rocks
Similar to: Casamigos Blanco

The initial scent of Casamigos Reposado offers a pronounced vanilla aroma accompanied by subtle notes of roasted agave.

Its texture is smooth and velvety, carrying a prominent smokiness upfront.

The flavors present a nice blend of honey, vanilla, baking spices, salted caramel, and the pleasant sweetness of agave.

In summary, Casamigos Reposado is a well-balanced Tequila, delivering a rich and smooth experience with a lingering touch of pleasant heat and spice.

How did I review Casamigos Reposado?

I run a pub and a liquor store, granting me extensive access to various spirits, in addition, I moonlight as an agave spirits distiller.

My evaluations include my insights and feedback from customers and patrons and Tequila expert opinions from Neil Coleman who has been for decades in the liquor business.

I also corroborate my views with online research to ensure accuracy.

Our ratings are determined primarily by four key factors: aroma, taste, finish, and value for money. While we do consider packaging, it is of lesser importance to us, as we prioritize the quality of the liquid inside over the aesthetics of the bottle.

⭐ - Poor, ⭐⭐ - Average, ⭐⭐⭐ - Good, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Very Good, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Excellent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Casamigos Reposado?

8-Month Aging: Aged in ex-bourbon barrels for 8 months, providing rich amber color and flavors of vanilla and oak.
Light Aging: Reposado means "rested," indicating a shorter aging process compared to Añejo Tequila.

How to drink it?

Ideal for Sipping: Best enjoyed neat or on the rocks with large ice cubes.
Not Recommended for Cocktails: Opt for a more affordable Reposado for mixing.

Is Casamigos Reposado good for Margaritas?

Not the Best Choice: More affordable and punchy Reposados are recommended for Margaritas.
Alternative Suggestion: Olmeca Altos Reposado is a great option for mixing.

Is it good for shots?

Better for Sipping: Enjoy the smooth and flavorful profile of Casamigos Reposado rather than using it for shots.
Choose 100% Agave: For shooters, select Tequilas labeled "100% agave."

Bottle Price

Pricing Overview: Approx. $59 in the US, $90 in Canada, £60 in Great Britain, and $105 in Australia.

Alternatives

Comparable to: Don Julio Reposado and Patron Reposado.
Other Options: A list of alternatives is available for exploration.

Alcohol content?

Standard Proof: Bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) across various countries.

Does it expire?

Long Shelf Life: Recommended to consume once the bottle is down to 25% to avoid taste changes.

Does it have sugar?

Low Sugar Content: Suitable for those monitoring their calorie intake.

Does it have carbs? Is it Keto-friendly?

Carb-Free: Suitable for a keto diet but should be consumed in moderation.

Ingredients

Simple and Natural: Made with water, blue agave, and natural yeasts.

Does it use additives?

Potential Additives: The sweet taste for just 8 months of aging suggests the use of additives.

Casamigos Reposado: Specs

Type: Reposado
Proof: 80
100% Agave: Yes
ABV: 40%
Double-Distilled: Yes
Aging Length: 8 months
Quality: Top-shelf
Suitable for Cocktails?: Yes, but better options available
Calories per Shot: 98
Gluten-Free: Yes
Keto-Friendly: Yes
Kosher: Yes