Spice Note Cinnamon Tequila 750ML is a cinnamon-infused tequila made from 100% Blue Weber Agave, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml format. This expression earned 92 points and a Gold Medal with "Exceptional" status from the Beverage Testing Institute at the 2018 International Review of Spirits, setting it apart from the crowded field of flavored spirits.Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof) | Origin: Jalisco, Mexico | Flavored Tequila — Cinnamon Infusion | Base: 100% Blue Weber AgaveProduction & HeritageSpice Note Cinnamon Tequila begins as a 100% Blue Weber Agave tequila distilled in Jalisco, Mexico — the heartland of tequila production. The spirit is then infused with natural cinnamon, and the production team employs a specialized filtration process specifically calibrated to remove fine cinnamon particulate from the finished liquid, ensuring clarity without stripping flavor. This attention to filtration detail distinguishes it from many flavored tequilas that rely on artificial flavoring or cruder infusion methods.Tasting NotesAroma: Roasted agave leads immediately, followed by a wave of warm cinnamon spice. Light citrus and a subtle floral quality emerge as the spirit opens up in the glass.Taste: Sweet cinnamon arrives on the entry, rich and direct without being cloying. The mid-palate shifts to a peppery agave character, balancing the sweetness with an earthy backbone. A red-hot candy quality surfaces toward the peak, tempered by honey-like warmth from the underlying agave spirit.Finish: Long and lingering, with a slow fade of floral notes, gentle heat, and residual honey sweetness. The cinnamon spice persists without overwhelming, leaving a clean and balanced close.How to Drink Spice Note CinnamonNeat or slightly chilled, the cinnamon-agave interplay is at its most expressive; a single ice cube can tame the spice for those who prefer a mellower profile. This tequila also shines in cocktails: Cinnamon Margarita: The natural cinnamon infusion replaces the need for syrups or garnish tricks, delivering built-in spice to the classic template. Mexican Mule: Ginger beer amplifies the warm cinnamon heat while lime brightens the agave base for a layered, refreshing drink. Spiced Paloma: Grapefruit soda pairs naturally with the sweet-heat profile, creating a balanced highball with genuine complexity. Best For Hosting a tequila tasting that goes beyond the usual blanco-reposado-añejo lineup Introducing friends who enjoy cinnamon whisky to a 100% agave alternative Building a fall or winter cocktail menu with warm, spice-forward drinks Gifting someone who appreciates flavored spirits made with natural ingredients Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does Spice Note Cinnamon taste like? It leads with sweet, assertive cinnamon that transitions into a peppery agave mid-palate, finishing with lingering warmth, honey, and floral notes. The flavor is reminiscent of cinnamon candy balanced by earthy, roasted agave character.How does Spice Note Cinnamon compare to Fireball Cinnamon Whisky? Spice Note uses a 100% Blue Weber Agave tequila base rather than a Canadian whisky base, resulting in an earthier, more herbaceous foundation beneath the cinnamon. At 40% ABV versus Fireball's 33% ABV, Spice Note also delivers a fuller-bodied spirit with more pronounced agave character.Is Spice Note Cinnamon good for cocktails? Its natural cinnamon infusion and 40% ABV make it highly versatile behind the bar, holding up well in shaken drinks like margaritas and stirred serves alike. The built-in spice eliminates the need for additional cinnamon syrups or bitters.Where is Spice Note Cinnamon made? The tequila is distilled in Jalisco, Mexico, the legally designated region for tequila production, using 100% Blue Weber Agave as its base spirit. The cinnamon infusion is done using natural cinnamon with specialized filtration to ensure a clear, particulate-free finished product.What foods pair well with Spice Note Cinnamon? Churros or cinnamon-dusted desserts echo the dominant spice note and create a harmonious match. Dark chocolate truffles contrast the sweetness with bitterness for a satisfying pairing. Grilled pork tacos with a mole sauce complement the earthy agave and warm cinnamon. Apple pie or baked apples amplify the autumnal spice character. Spicy Mexican street corn (elote) plays off the peppery finish with its own chili-lime heat.What sizes does Spice Note Cinnamon come in? The standard offering is the 750ml bottle at 40% ABV (80 proof).Is Spice Note Cinnamon worth the price? With a 92-point score and Gold Medal from the Beverage Testing Institute, Spice Note positions itself as a premium flavored tequila that justifies its price through its 100% agave base and natural infusion process — a meaningful step up from mass-market cinnamon spirits built on neutral grain or lower-proof foundations.Why Spice Note Cinnamon?The 92-point Gold Medal from the Beverage Testing Institute's 2018 International Review of Spirits is not a score handed out casually, and it signals genuine quality in a category often dominated by artificial shortcuts. The 100% Blue Weber Agave base gives this expression an authenticity that most cinnamon-flavored spirits simply cannot claim. Specialized filtration — engineered to handle the uniquely fine particulate that cinnamon produces — shows a level of production care that translates directly into the clean, balanced liquid in the bottle. For anyone seeking a cinnamon spirit with real agave integrity and award-winning credentials, this is one of the few that delivers on both counts.
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