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NOT Tequila?! Naiche Sotol Review – Tequila’s Wild Cousin Explained

Podcast: Tasting Tequila with Brad
Published: Apr 23, 2026
Duration seconds: 234
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NOT Tequila?! Naiche Sotol Review – Tequila’s Wild Cousin Explained Sotol review, Naiche Sotol review, what is sotol, tequila vs sotol, additive-free Mexican spirits—today we’re diving into one of the most unique bottles coming out of Mexico right now. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I review Naiche Sotol, a small-batch artisanal spirit from Chihuahua, Mexico made from wild-harvested desert spoon (Dasylirion). If you love tequila or mezcal and want to explore something new, this might be your next bottle. Naiche Sotol is produced using traditional methods including pit cooking with wood fire (cottonwood, oak, mesquite), open-air fermentation, and double distillation in copper stills. Bottled at 42% ABV, it delivers a balanced, flavorful experience that showcases the wild Chihuahuan desert. Tasting Notes: * Nose: Green herbs, citrus, black pepper, light smoke * Palate: Honey, spice, light anise, smooth texture * Finish: Warm, slightly sweet, earthy with subtle smoke What makes Sotol different? Unlike tequila and mezcal, sotol is made from the desert spoon plant—and harvesting it does NOT kill the plant, making it a more sustainable option when done correctly. If you’ve ever wondered: * What is sotol? * How does sotol compare to tequila or mezcal? * Is sotol worth trying? This video breaks it all down. Drop a comment if you’ve tried sotol or if this is your first time hearing about it! © Tasting Tequila with Brad