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Sotol isn’t tequila—and it isn’t mezcal either. In this video, I break down what sotol is, how it’s made, and review La Pulga Spirits Sotol from Chihuahua, Mexico. Tasting notes, history, and how to drink it. Sotol is one of Mexico’s most misunderstood spirits—and it’s not tequila or mezcal. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, I explore sotol, an ancient desert spirit made from the wild Dasylirion plant and produced in northern Mexico. This review focuses on La Pulga Sotol, a sustainably wild-harvested sotol from Chihuahua with nearly 800 years of tradition behind it. We’ll break down: • What sotol is (and why it’s NOT tequila) • How sotol differs from tequila and mezcal • Sotol production and sustainability • La Pulga Sotol tasting notes • How to drink sotol neat or in cocktails Tasting Notes – La Pulga Sotol • Nose: Earthy, herbal • Palate: Citrus, floral notes, white pepper, gentle smoke • Finish: Smooth, balanced, evocative of the desert landscape Bottled at 38% ABV (76 proof), this sotol is bright, complex, and incredibly approachable—perfect for tequila drinkers looking to expand their palate. Each bottle features a scorpion Alebrije medallion, symbolizing protection, mystery, and the untold stories of the desert night. If you’re into additive-free spirits, traditional production, and authentic Mexican craftsmanship, this video is for you. Subscribe for more tequila, mezcal, and agave-adjacent spirit reviews Comment below: Have you tried sotol yet? https://thetequilashop.net/products/la-pulga-blanco?variant=51571699319063 #Sotol #NotTequila #MexicanSpirits #LaPulgaSotol #AgaveSpirits #CraftSpirits #TequilaEducation #AdditiveFree #SpiritsReview