Tasting Tequila with Brad

Bradley Niccum

Video at www.youtube.com/@Tastingtequilawithbrad Dive deep into the world of tequila with exclusive interviews from the industry's leading figures. Each episode, we bring you candid conversations with master distillers, brand founders, and agave experts who share their stories, craft secrets, and passion for tequila. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or just beginning your tequila journey, join us as we explore the rich culture, traditions, and innovations shaping this iconic spirit. Discover what makes tequila truly special, one sip at a time. Follow me at @tastingtequilawithbrad Facebook, Instagram, TIKTOK.

  1. 2d ago

    Luisyana Tequila Blanco Review: This Tequila Delivers!

    Luisyana Tequila Blanco Review: This Tequila Delivers! What happens when a tequila's story, production, and flavor all come together in the glass? In this review, I take a closer look at Luisyana Tequila Blanco after sitting down with José Andres, one of the owners of Luisyana Tequila. We talked about his family's history, the story behind the brand, where the agave comes from, and how this tequila is made. Now it's time to see if the tequila actually backs up the story. Luisyana Tequila is made at NOM 1611 using Valley Agave. The agave is cooked in traditional stone ovens, crushed through a roller mill, and fermented in open tanks using wild yeast. After fermentation, the tequila is double distilled before making its way into the bottle. In this review, we explore: ✔ Luisyana Tequila Blanco ✔ José Andres and the story behind the brand ✔ Valley Agave and why it matters ✔ Traditional stone oven cooking ✔ Roller mill extraction ✔ Open fermentation with wild yeast ✔ Double distillation at NOM 1611 ✔ The difference between Valley and Highland Agave ✔ Cooked agave, minerality, pepper, herbal, citrus, and earthy flavors ✔ Luisyana's High Proof tequila ✔ My honest tasting notes and final thoughts The result is a tequila with cooked agave, earthy minerality, pepper, herbal and vegetal characteristics, citrus notes, and a balanced finish. One of the things I enjoy most about tequila is learning directly from the people behind the brands. Hearing José Andres explain his family's story and the decisions behind Luisyana makes tasting the tequila even more meaningful. Luisyana may still be difficult to find in the United States, but if you come across this tequila, it is one worth keeping an eye out for. If you enjoy learning about traditionally made tequila, tequila production, additive-free tequila, tequila reviews, and the people behind the brands, make sure to subscribe. Have you tried Luisyana Tequila? Let me know your thoughts in the comments. And if you enjoy discovering great tequila and learning more about the industry, check out the Tequila Report. It's completely free and delivered straight to your email every week. Cheers, and keep exploring great tequila! Subscribe to The Tequila Report (FREE): https://tequilareport.com/subscribe Follow me: Instagram: https://instagram.com/tastingtequilawithbrad Facebook: https://facebook.com/tastingtequilawithbrad © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Luisyana Tequila Blanco Review: This Tequila Delivers!

  2. 3d ago

    Is Lunazul Blanco Worth Buying? I Gave It a Second Chance!

    Is Lunazul Blanco Worth Buying? I Gave It a Second Chance! I may have been a little unfair to Lunazul Blanco the first time I reviewed it. After tasting Lunazul Blanco served cold on a Delta flight for the Tequila Report, I wondered if the temperature had affected my opinion. So, I bought a bottle with my own money, brought it home, and gave this widely available tequila a second chance at room temperature. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I find out whether Lunazul Blanco really tastes better at room temperature—or if my original opinion was right. In this review, we discuss: ✔️ Why I decided to give Lunazul Blanco a second chance ✔️ Cold tequila vs. room-temperature tequila ✔️ Lunazul Blanco's production story ✔️ Tierra de Agaves — NOM 1513 ✔️ Tequila, Jalisco ✔️ 100% Blue Weber Agave ✔️ Autoclave cooking and the production process ✔️ Proprietary family yeast fermentation ✔️ Double distillation in custom Cognac-style stills ✔️ Cooked agave, citrus, sweetness, vegetal and pepper notes ✔️ The mouthfeel and overall complexity of Lunazul Blanco ✔️ Whether Lunazul works better as a sipping tequila or a cocktail tequila After tasting it again at room temperature, did the warmer temperature change my opinion? Not really. While Lunazul Blanco is inexpensive and widely available, I found it light, sweet, relatively simple, and lacking the depth and complexity I look for in a sipping tequila. For cocktails like a Margarita, however, its affordability and availability may make more sense. If you're looking for a Blanco tequila to sip neat and experience deeper cooked agave, minerality, earthiness, and traditional tequila character, there are other affordable bottles I'd recommend exploring. The Tequila Report brings tequila reviews, industry insights, news, new releases, and information from tequila reviewers directly to your email every week. Have you tried Lunazul Blanco? Do you agree with my review, or do you think this tequila deserves more credit? Let me know your thoughts in the comments. If you enjoyed this review, don't forget to like and subscribe for more tequila reviews, tastings, tequila education, and interviews from the world of tequila. Drink responsibly and keep exploring great tequila. Cheers! © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Is Lunazul Blanco Worth Buying? I Gave It a Second Chance!

  3. 5d ago

    Best Budget Tequila Under $30? 4 Bottles Blind Tasted!

    Best Budget Tequila Under $30? 4 Bottles Blind Tasted! Can you find a great tequila for under $30? In this blind tasting, we put four affordable blanco tequilas head-to-head to find out which one delivers the best bang for your buck. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, we blind taste Arette Clásico, Cimarrón Blanco, Azul Force Blanco, and Casa Cultura Blanco to see which budget tequila stands above the rest. All four bottles offer impressive value, but which one has the best cooked agave, citrus, minerality, sweetness, complexity, and overall flavor? In this blind tasting, we explore: ✔️ Arette Clásico — NOM 1109 and one of the classic budget tequila options ✔️ Cimarrón Blanco — NOM 1146 and a well-known value tequila ✔️ Azul Force Blanco — NOM 1615 and a newer budget-friendly tequila ✔️ Casa Cultura Blanco — a new addition to the budget tequila category ✔️ Blind tasting four affordable blanco tequilas ✔️ Which tequila delivers the best value under $30? ✔️ Cooked agave, citrus, minerality, vegetal and spice tasting notes ✔️ Which bottle is best for sipping? ✔️ Which tequila works best for Margaritas and Palomas? ✔️ Can budget tequila really compete with more expensive bottles? The final rankings might surprise you. Arette, Azul Force, Cimarrón, and Casa Cultura all bring something different to the table, proving that you don't always need to spend $50 or $60 to find a great tequila. If you're looking for an affordable tequila that tastes great without breaking the bank, this blind tasting gives you four bottles worth considering. The Tequila Report is also a great way to discover new tequila releases, production changes, reviews, and everything happening in the tequila world. Sign up for the free newsletter at tequilareport.com/subscribe. Which budget tequila would you choose? Have you tried Arette, Cimarrón, Azul Force, or Casa Cultura? Let us know in the comments which one you think should win the blind tasting. If you enjoyed this review, don't forget to like and subscribe for more tequila reviews, blind tastings, tequila education, and interviews with the people making some of the best tequila in the world. Drink responsibly and keep exploring great tequila. Cheers! © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Best Budget Tequila Under $30? 4 Bottles Blind Tasted!

  4. 6d ago

    Cultura 100 Joven: One of the Best Tequilas I've Ever Tasted?

    Cultura 100 Joven: One of the Best Tequilas I've Ever Tasted? What happens when high-proof Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo come together in one incredible tequila? In this review, Brad takes an early look at Cultura 100 Joven, a soon-to-be-released tequila bottled at 49% ABV. After spending time tasting this unique blend, he explains why this Joven could become one of the most exciting new tequilas for agave lovers. Cultura 100 Joven is produced at NOM 1414 by master distiller Sergio Cruz, using Highland Blue Weber Agave and traditional production methods. The tequila combines their high-proof Blanco, high-proof Reposado, and a single-barrel Añejo to create a complex Joven with layers of agave, oak, spice, and sweetness. In this review, we explore: ✔️ What makes Cultura 100 Joven different ✔️ High-proof Blanco, Reposado & Añejo blended together ✔️ 49% ABV and why it works so well ✔️ Highland Blue Weber Agave ✔️ Slow cooking in traditional brick ovens ✔️ Wild fermentation with classical music ✔️ Double distillation in copper pot stills ✔️ Production at NOM 1414 ✔️ Tasting notes of cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, honey & cinnamon ✔️ Floral, citrus, mineral and black pepper notes ✔️ What makes a Joven tequila ✔️ Why this upcoming release could sell out quickly One of the most interesting things about Cultura 100 Joven is how the high-proof Blanco brings intense agave character and minerality, while the Reposado and Añejo components add layers of oak, caramel, vanilla, cinnamon, and complexity. If you're a fan of Joven tequila, high-proof tequila, additive-free tequila, traditional tequila production, or new tequila releases, this is one bottle you'll want to keep an eye on. The full interview with Himei and Keith, the masterminds behind Cultura 100, is also coming soon, where we'll dive deeper into the story and philosophy behind the brand. The Tequila Report Stay up to date with new tequila releases, production changes, reviews, and everything happening in the tequila world. The newsletter is free, and thousands of tequila lovers are already subscribed. tequil.com/subscribe If you've tried a Joven tequila before, let us know in the comments: What is your favorite Joven tequila you've ever tasted? If you enjoyed this review, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with another tequila lover. Keep drinking great tequila. Cheers! Subscribe to The Tequila Report (FREE): https://tequilareport.com/subscribe Follow me: Instagram: https://instagram.com/tastingtequilawithbrad Facebook: https://facebook.com/tastingtequilawithbrad © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Cultura 100 Joven: One of the Best Tequilas I've Ever Tasted?

  5. Aug 12

    Desolas Mezcal: Not Your Average Mezcal! | Exclusive Interview with Sammy Halpern

    Desolas Mezcal: Not Your Average Mezcal! | Exclusive Interview with Sammy Halpern What makes Desolas Mezcal different from your average mezcal? In this exclusive interview, Brad sits down with Sammy Halpern, co-founder of Desolas Mezcal, to explore the story behind the brand, its unique approach to mezcal, and why Desolas is designed to bridge the gap between tequila and mezcal. Sammy shares how co-founder Gigi discovered a different style of mezcal while traveling through Mexico and why they wanted to bring those authentic flavors and identity to the United States. In this interview, we discuss: ✔ The story behind Desolas Mezcal ✔ Sammy Halpern's role as co-founder, CSO, and COO ✔ Gigi's journey into the tequila and mezcal industry ✔ How Gigi discovered traditional mezcal in Mexico ✔ Why Desolas is different from mainstream mezcal ✔ Bridging the gap between tequila and mezcal ✔ The inspiration behind the Desolas brand ✔ Authentic Mexican mezcal and its unique character ✔ The evolution of mezcal in the United States ✔ The people and story behind the brand If you're interested in learning more about mezcal, tequila, agave spirits, Mexican traditions, and the people building innovative spirits brands, this interview offers an inside look at the story behind Desolas Mezcal. Have you tried Desolas Mezcal? Let us know what you think about the brand and its approach to mezcal in the comments. **Get 15% Off Desolas Mezcal** Use promo code **PARTNERS** for **15% off any purchase** at **desolasmezcal.com**. Thanks for watching! Subscribe for more tequila and mezcal interviews, tasting experiences, brand stories, traditional production insights, and agave spirits education. Drink responsibly. © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Desolas Mezcal: Not Your Average Mezcal! | Exclusive Interview with Sammy Halpern

  6. Aug 11

    Jimmy Sauza Made This? | Dos Ángeles Reposado Production & Tasting

    Jimmy Sauza Made This? | Dos Ángeles Reposado Production & Tasting Can a Reposado made by Jimmy Sauza really be one of the best tequilas you’ve never heard of? Today, I taste Dos Ángeles Reposado and take a closer look at how it’s made, from the agave and cooking process to wild fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging. Here’s what we explore: 100% Blue Weber Agave from the Amatitán area 12-hour low-pressure autoclave cooking Roller mill extraction & deep well water Wild yeast fermentation in open-air stainless steel tanks Double distillation in stainless steel stills with copper heads French Oak & American Oak barrel aging Tasting Notes: Cooked agave, honey, cinnamon, orange, vegetal and floral notes, followed by vanilla, caramel, butterscotch, pepper, and barrel spice. The result is a complex and creamy Reposado with strong cooked agave and honey character. Tell me in the comments: Have you ever tried Dos Ángeles Reposado? Subscribe to The Tequila Report (FREE): https://tequilareport.com/subscribe Follow me: Instagram: https://instagram.com/tastingtequilawithbrad Facebook: https://facebook.com/tastingtequilawithbrad © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Jimmy Sauza Made This? | Dos Ángeles Reposado Production & Tasting

  7. Aug 10

    Mijenta Añejo Tequila Review: 4 Woods, Rich Flavor & Incredible Agave

    Mijenta Añejo Tequila Review: 4 Woods, Rich Flavor & Incredible Agave What happens when you use four different types of wood to create an Añejo tequila without letting the oak overpower the agave? In this tequila review, I take a closer look at **Mijenta Añejo**, a tequila known for its additive-free approach and unique multi-wood aging program. Instead of hiding the agave behind heavy oak, Mijenta uses different barrels and woods to build layers of flavor while keeping the cooked agave at the center. Produced from **100% Blue Weber Agave** grown in the highlands of **Jalisco** and produced at **NOM 1499**, Mijenta takes a careful approach to cooking, fermentation, distillation, and maturation. In this review we explore: ✔️ What makes Mijenta Añejo different from other Añejo tequilas ✔️ 100% Blue Weber Agave from the highlands of Jalisco ✔️ Slow, low-pressure autoclave cooking ✔️ Roller mill extraction and open-top stainless steel fermentation ✔️ Double distillation in copper pot stills ✔️ Mijenta's unique four-wood aging program ✔️ American white oak, French oak, acacia wood, and cherry wood ✔️ How different woods contribute vanilla, caramel, baking spice, floral, fruit, and texture notes ✔️ Why blending different aged lots is so important ✔️ Cooked agave, honey, vanilla, caramel, apricot, citrus zest, cinnamon, and pepper tasting notes ✔️ Whether Mijenta Añejo successfully balances complex barrel flavors with the natural character of agave From its creamy mouthfeel and rich caramel and vanilla notes to dried apricot, honey, baking spices, citrus zest, and floral character, this is an Añejo designed to deliver complexity without losing its tequila identity. If you're a bourbon drinker looking to explore tequila, or an agave lover searching for a rich and complex Añejo, this review is one you won't want to miss. Subscribe for more tequila reviews, additive-free tequila education, tasting notes, distillery stories, brand reviews, and insights into the world of premium tequila. Subscribe to The Tequila Report (FREE): https://tequilareport.com/subscribe Follow me: Instagram: https://instagram.com/tastingtequilawithbrad Facebook: https://facebook.com/tastingtequilawithbrad © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Mijenta Añejo Tequila Review: 4 Woods, Rich Flavor & Incredible Agave

  8. Aug 8

    Are Single Barrel Tequilas Worth It? Blind Tasting La Pulga & Lost Lore

    Are Single Barrel Tequilas Worth It? Blind Tasting La Pulga & Lost Lore Can you really tell the difference between a single barrel tequila and a regular Reposado in a blind tasting? Today, I blind taste two single barrel and special releases against their regular tequilas to find out if they are really worth seeking out. Featured tequilas include: La Pulga Still Austin La Pulga Reposado Lost Lore High Proof Reposado Lost Lore FTR Reposado Here’s what happened: La Pulga: The Still Austin single barrel brings more flavor and complexity, while the regular Reposado remains a fantastic tequila. Lost Lore: The regular High Proof Reposado has more minerality and the familiar Lost Lore profile, while FTR brings a different oak note. The results are different for each tequila—but are single barrels and special releases really worth it? Tell me in the comments: Do you chase single barrel releases, or do you prefer the regular tequilas? © Tasting Tequila with Brad

    Are Single Barrel Tequilas Worth It? Blind Tasting La Pulga & Lost Lore
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Video at www.youtube.com/@Tastingtequilawithbrad Dive deep into the world of tequila with exclusive interviews from the industry's leading figures. Each episode, we bring you candid conversations with master distillers, brand founders, and agave experts who share their stories, craft secrets, and passion for tequila. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or just beginning your tequila journey, join us as we explore the rich culture, traditions, and innovations shaping this iconic spirit. Discover what makes tequila truly special, one sip at a time. Follow me at @tastingtequilawithbrad Facebook, Instagram, TIKTOK.

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    Bradley Niccum
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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