1 / 7Ilegal Reposado Mezcal, 70cl, 40% ABV
Ilegal Reposado Mezcal is a 70cl spirit made with 100% Espadin agave and listed at 40% ABV. The listing describes a rested mezcal with caramelised pear and bitter orange aromas, followed by clove, butterscotch and vanilla notes.
At a glance
- Made with 100% Espadin agave, according to the listing.
- The feature details describe resting in ex-bourbon barrels for up to four months.
- The listing suggests sipping neat or using it in cocktails, including a Paloma or Mezcal Margarita.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The stated fruit, spice and sweet notes offer a flavour profile buyers can consider before choosing a reposado mezcal.
- The listing gives both a 70cl bottle size and 40% ABV.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Type | Reposado Mezcal |
|---|---|
| Agave | 100% Espadin Agave |
| Bottle volume | 70 cl |
| Alcohol by volume | 40% alcohol by volume |
| Resting period stated in feature listing | up to four months |
|---|---|
| Barrel type stated in feature listing | ex bourbon barrels |
| Nose and palate notes | Notes of caramelised pear and bitter orange on the nose — clove, butterscotch and hints of vanilla on the palate |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The ageing details conflict: the feature listing says up to four months in ex-bourbon barrels, while the product description says six months in a combination of new and used American oak, medium char barrels. The listed details do not establish which ageing account applies to this bottle.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, though a smaller share fall into lower star categories. Without customer-comment details, they do not show what buyers liked or disliked, so use the listed agave, flavour notes and conflicting ageing claims to judge whether it suits your intended sipping or cocktail use.
Frequently asked questions
What is the stated bottle size and strength?
The listing identifies one 70 cl bottle at 40% alcohol by volume.
What flavours does the listing describe?
It describes caramelised pear and bitter orange on the nose, with clove, butterscotch and hints of vanilla on the palate.
How long is this mezcal aged?
The listing is inconsistent. Its feature details say up to four months in ex-bourbon barrels, while the product description says six months in a combination of new and used American oak barrels. Check the selected listing for clarification.
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