Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Spirits Practice Exam

Blanco tequila is known for its vibrant and expressive aromas, which often include herbaceous and peppery notes. This is primarily due to the fact that Blanco is unaged, allowing the pure essence of the agave plant to shine through. The freshness of the agave contributes to its green, herbal characteristics and the natural peppery flavor profile that can be detected in this type of tequila.

Reposado and Añejo tequilas, on the other hand, are aged in oak barrels, which imparts additional flavors such as vanilla, caramel, and oak, often softening the more robust herbaceous and peppery qualities typically found in Blanco. Gold tequila, usually a blend of Blanco and aged tequilas or those with added color and flavor, may not consistently exhibit the same fresh, bold characteristics associated with Blanco.