Peligroso tequila is definitely dangerous
Colin Joliat Depending on just how much you plan to party for the Super Bowl, a couple cases of Bud Light Platinum might not cut it. When you are celebrating Brady’s 4th and 5th touchdowns, it might be time to break out something stronger than Gronk.
Peligroso is anything but ordinary. The name itself means dangerous. It seems like a fitting name given that’s the general perception people have of the spirit. I think just about everyone has that same exact expression what someone suggests tequila. First you think, “absolutely not.” Then you start to come around to the idea because you know how fun “tequila drunk” is. Next thing you know, it’s six shots later and you’re dancing on a table. The only more appropriate name I can think of is “Awesome Sauce.”
Each of the three types, Silver, Reposado, and Anejo, is 84 proof as opposed the standard 80. That extra kick helps push Peligroso beyond the rest of the tequilas in its class. It may not seem like much, but you can certainly taste the difference. It was first described to me as delectable. Depending on whose definition you use, that’s spot on. As far as te-kill-yas go, this one is incredibly pleasing.
I tried the Silver and Anejo, both of which I enjoyed. The Silver puts the 100 percent Weber Blue Agave front and center. You can immediately smell it, but it’s not off-putting or terrifying like the stuff you’re probably used to. The flavor substitutes the standard burning with spiciness and pepper. It almost tasted like a chili. With the Anejo, the 12-18 months in oak Tennessee whiskey barrels mean that the agave takes a back seat. It was smooth and the alcohol was less noticeable. It was still hot, but not to the point where I just wanted it to be over. It had a great nutty finish, which I honestly didn’t see coming.
Peligroso isn’t the world’s greatest tequila, but it is definitely a cut above the Patron that everyone likes to pretend is so amazing. Plus its extra alcohol helps justify it’s price tag of between $43 and $55, depending on which type you pick up. When it comes time for me to go back to the tequila well, I’ll plan to take shots of the Anejo and make cocktails with the Silver. I can definitely see using Peligroso to kick my Beergaritas up a notch.
Update: I realized this morning that the recipe I graciously wrote out for you says “slow add beer.” I don’t love any of you enough to remake the image, so feel free to commence mockery of my poor English skills.
And since getting drunk and dancing always tend to go hand in hand, it seems appropriate to leave you with another song.
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