Tequila Ocho Terroir Select Plata
BLANCO
4 / 4Exceptional
NOM1474
DistilleryCía. Tequilera Los Alambiques, S.A. de C.V.
RegionRío Lerma
BrandOcho
ABV40%
AuthorChris Todd
DateAugust 6, 2026
Aroma
Agave · ●●●○Honey · ●○○○

The aroma is led by strong, sweet cooked agave, accompanied by a mild touch of honey. It is expressive without becoming heavy or sugary. Among the tequilas reviewed so far, this is easily one of the most appealing aromas, with the agave coming through clearly and naturally.

Taste
Agave · ●●●●Spicy / Pepper · ●○○○

Agave completely dominates the flavor, earning the highest possible intensity rating. A slight pepper note sits underneath it but remains mild enough that it never distracts from the agave. The tequila tastes sweet without presenting an obvious added-sugar or dessert-like quality. That sweetness appears to come from the rich cooked-agave character itself. The result is smooth, flavorful, and exceptionally agave-forward. Of everything reviewed so far, this delivers the strongest and most enjoyable taste.

Finish
Agave · ●○○○Spicy / Pepper · ●●○○

The agave becomes much milder during the finish, dropping to around a 1, while pepper rises to a moderate 2. That creates a noticeable transition from the sweet, agave-dominant sip into a slightly peppery finish. The pepper lingers without becoming harsh, giving the tequila enough bite to balance its smoother opening.

Verdict

This 2026 Tequila Ocho Terroir Select Plata, bottle number 9468D from the Rio Lerma region, delivers an outstanding sweet-agave aroma, a deeply agave-forward flavor, and a smooth finish with just enough lingering pepper. Its sweetness is subtle and natural rather than sugary, driven primarily by the cooked agave. The aroma is excellent, but the taste is where this tequila truly stands apart. Of the tequilas reviewed so far, this is easily the best and its strong agave character helps explain why Tequila Ocho has become so popular among tequila enthusiasts.