Alright, let’s talk about this Casa Amigo Mezcal thing. I kept hearing whispers about mezcal, you know? Different from tequila, smokier, they said. Sounded interesting enough. I was at the store the other day, just browsing, not really looking for anything specific. Then I saw this bottle, Casa Amigo. The label looked pretty straightforward, nothing too fancy, which I kinda like sometimes.
So, I picked it up. Figured, why not? Gotta try new things, right? Took it home, let it sit on the counter for a day or two. Wasn’t sure when the ‘right’ time was. Finally, decided Saturday evening was the time. Nothing major planned, just relaxing.
Getting Started
I grabbed a small glass, the kind I usually use for whiskey. Thought about ice, but decided against it for the first try. Wanted to get the real deal taste, you know? Popped the cork. It had a decent ‘thunk’ sound. Poured just a little bit into the glass. Maybe an ounce or so.
First thing I did was give it a sniff. Yep, smoky. Definitely smoky. Not like a campfire exactly, but earthy, cooked agave smoke. It wasn’t overwhelming, just… present. Different from the sharper smell tequila sometimes has.
The Actual Tasting
Okay, time for the first sip. Took a small one. Whoa. Okay, yeah, that’s different. It coats your mouth differently than tequila. Smoother in a weird way, but also harsher? Hard to explain. The smokiness comes through big time in the taste, more than the smell suggested. There’s also this vegetal, almost sweet undertone underneath the smoke.
- Smokiness: Very noticeable, the main thing really.
- Feel: Kinda oily, sticks around on the tongue.
- Taste: Earthy, bit of sweetness, then that smoky finish.
Had another small sip after letting the first one settle. It grew on me a bit, maybe? Or maybe I was just getting used to it. It’s definitely not something I’d gulp down. It’s more of a sipper, something to think about while you’re drinking it. I didn’t try it with lime or anything, just kept it neat for this first go-around.
Final Thoughts, For Now
So, Casa Amigo Mezcal. It was an experience. Different, for sure. I don’t know if it’ll be my regular go-to, but I’m glad I tried it. It’s got character, I’ll give it that. It makes you stop and pay attention. Maybe next time I’ll try it in a simple cocktail, see how that changes things. For now, the bottle’s back on the shelf, waiting for the next time I’m feeling adventurous. It wasn’t bad, just… specific. You gotta be in the mood for that smoke, I think.
