finishing clean with lingering toasted-nut and vanilla notes

Smoked pork or jerk chicken play off its peppery

producing a whiskey that balances deep wood spice against the naturally gentle character of a wheat-forward mash

This wine is best served at cellar temperature (60–65°F) and benefits from 30 to 60 minutes in a decanter to let the aromatics fully unfurl

and raisin — layered with dark chocolate

Jose Cuervo Tradicional Cristalino 750ML mezcal finishing clean with lingering toasted-nutJose Cuervo Tradicional Cristalino 750ML is a 100% agave tequila blending three aged expressions into a crystal clear spirit at 40% ABV (80 proof). A Gold Medal winner at the ASCOT Awards, this cristalino stands out for its unusual base: a combination of Reposado, Aejo, and Reserva de la Familia Extra Aejo tequilas, charcoal filtered to remove color while preserving the depth of barrel aging. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Jalisco (Los Valles), Mexico