Premium Tequila & Mezcal Tasting: Fortaleza, Arette, ArteNom & Mal Bien
Jun 12, 2026
Welcome to Bourbon Bytes! Tonight, we're putting our usual bourbon flights on hold and journeying South of the border to explore the complex and incredible world of high-end agave spirits.
If you are a whiskey drinker looking to expand your palate, this is a premium Tequila and Mezcal lineup you won't want to miss. We’re tasting through a true heavyweight flight of agave spirits, side-by-side!
🥃 Tonight's Lineup:
• ArteNom Selección de 1123 Blanco Tequila
• Fortaleza Añejo Tequila
• Arette Gran Clase Tequila Extra Añejo
• Mal Bien Arroqueño Mezcal
How do these premium bottles stack up when it comes to depth and flavor compared to our favorite barrel-proof bourbons? Grab a pour of something delicious, jump into the live chat, and let's find out!
⏱️ Timestamps for the Replay Squad:
0:00 - Intro & Welcome to the Agave Tasting!
3:26 - Tasting ArteNom Selección de 1123 Blanco
11:03 - Tasting Fortaleza Añejo Tequila
20:25 - Tasting Arette Gran Clase Extra Añejo
28:29 - Tasting Mal Bien Arroqueño Mezcal
42:04 - Final Rankings (Not Blind)
47:45 - The Blind Ranking Reveal!
48:42 - Community Outro & Upcoming Episodes
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