Thank Me Later: De Nada Tequila- Product Review
I first heard about De Nada Tequila from a New York City Pride party hosted at Skylark. Andy Cohen was one of the many names in attendance and while I was upset that I couldn't make it, there seemed to be a silver lining. Our friends at Deussen were kind enough to send some bottles of the reposado to our team in Texas. I figured since they put us back in the Pride spirit I should return the favor by giving our readers a taste in the form of a review. Pinky’s up, now sip… (literally)
De Nada is a high-quality, sipping tequila. While you can make an exceptional margarita with this delicious spirit, it is very much one I would recommend enjoying with a single piece of ice. Personally, with both quality bourbon and tequila, I prefer to allow the drink to breath and the ice cube to melt ever so slightly. This allows your bevie the opportunity to oxygenate and can even shave off the little bite that, let’s face it, comes with even the highest-quality liquors. Either way, I guarantee you will not be needing salt and a lime chaser for this one.
The reposado we enjoyed had palate notes of vanilla, caramel and cinnamon. Breathe deep and you’ll find alluring aromas of peach. I know… yum!
However, if you’re one who must mix a drink (maybe you’re not in the mood for a stiff one), I suggest a variation on a classic. The Old Fashioned.
Moda Classico (Old Fashioned)
You’ll need:
2 orange peel
2 bing cherries (optional)
1 tbsp agave nectar
3 ounces De Nada Tequila
2 dashes orange bitters
The only thing basic about this cocktail is mixing it.
Add small cube ice to a tall glass and mix in your De Nada Tequila with the agave nectar. Next add dashes of orange bitters and stir thoroughly. Once the drink is ice cold, strain the contents into a low ball glass. You’ll garnish with an orange peel and in the case you’re feeling really festive, throw in a couple of bing cherries.
This drink is ideal for pre-gaming. And if you spend the rest of the evening ordering watered-down vodka soda at least you can say you spent part of the night being classy. But in all seriousness, we need to put a little more thought and effort into what we’re consuming. As my late friend Stephen Moser once said: “Alcohol should enhance the atmosphere, not kidnap it.” Wise words that I wholeheartedly agree with. One thing for sure, when your friends try this libation I guarantee they’ll be thanking you for taking the extra time to add something special to the evening- to that you can respond swiftly with… De Nada.
