While agave purists tend to gravitate toward unaged versions of tequila, the reposado tequila category has shown tremendous staying power. With light aging under 1 year, reposados embody the best of both worlds, with added complexity from barrels while still featuring a clean and bold agave forward profile. Equally loved for their versatility in cocktails and as a sipping beverage, it’s a spirit that has something to offer every tequila lover. Of 13 examples in the 2018 Ultimate Spirit Challenge these 6 scored 91 Points or above.

1. Siete Leguas Reposado, 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

2. Partida Reposado, 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

3. Tequila Pueblo Viejo Reposado, 93 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

4. Pasote Reposado, 93 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

5. Corazon Reposado, 91 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended