Mazot Bacanora Anisado

Verdict

Mazot's anisado is the sort of flavored bottle that makes you want the unflavored one more – Sonora's pacifica agave can carry a lot, but it shouldn't have to carry anise too. Skip unless you're specifically hunting anise-infused spirits; the Mazot Blanco argues the category more cleanly.

Tasting notes

Nose: Star anise – then toasted pacifica, a sweet confectioner's top note

Palate: 42% and over-flavored, the anise reads as an addition rather than an emerging character, and the bacanora underneath doesn't get room to speak

Finish: Candied, licorice-forward. Short

The bottom line

An easy no. Try the Blanco instead

Where to buy online

We found this bottle at 2 US retailers. Prices and stock vary – click through to check.

• Old Town Tequila – $70
• K&L Wines