2015 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Espirito XVI Cachaça (Brazil), 40% abv, $32.99

85
Very Good,
Strong Recommendation

Tasting Note:

Very pretty lemongrass nose—crisp and clean. Very intense, but bright and cleanly distilled. Some sugariness, but the more prominent flavor comes from the dry, black licorice notes. The finish is long, clean, minty with that lingering black licorice flavor.

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Cocktail Recommendation:

Caipirinha: 2½ Stars, Delicious