Don Rico Añejo Review – Wine Barrel Tequila Done RIGHT?

About this episode

In this episode, Bradley Niccum reviews Don Rico Añejo, a unique wine barrel tequila with a rich flavor profile and detailed production process.

Wine barrel tequila, Don Rico Añejo review, additive free tequila, añejo tequila review, tequila tasting notes, NOM 1608 tequila — is this wine barrel finish actually done RIGHT? In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I break down Don Rico Añejo, an additive-free tequila coming out of NOM 1608 with a unique double cask aging process. This tequila spends time in both bourbon barrels and French oak Cabernet wine barrels, creating a rich, dessert-style profile you don’t see every day. We’re diving into full production details, including traditional horno cooking, roller mill extraction, open-air fermentation, and double distillation. Then we get into the tasting — covering the nose, palate, and finish — with notes like cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and raspberry from that wine influence. If you’re into additive-free tequila, finished spirits, or looking for a unique añejo that pushes the boundaries while still respecting the agave, this is one you need to check out. What You’ll Learn: • Don Rico Añejo Review • Wine Barrel Tequila Explained • Additive-Free Tequila Breakdown • Full Tasting Notes • Is It Done RIGHT? Tequila Details: • NOM 1608 • 100% Blue Weber…

People in this episode

Host: Bradley Niccum

Topics covered

• tequila review
• wine barrel tequila
• additive-free tequila
• tasting notes
• double cask aging
• production details

Keywords

• Don Rico Añejo
• wine barrel tequila
• additive-free tequila
• tequila tasting notes
• NOM 1608
• double cask aging
• cooked agave
• vanilla
• caramel
• chocolate

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NOM 1608

Products: Don Rico Añejo, Blue Weber Agave, bourbon barrels, French oak Cabernet wine barrels

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