by Andrew Chalk
NHL Hall of Fame Hockey player Chris Chelios and former NFL player Jim Bob Morris wanted their tequila, and wanted it smooth, criminally smooth. So, they started their own: El Bandido Yankee Tequila.
I just tried the El Bandido Blanco (no age), $40, and the El Bandido Reposado (aged in American whiskey barrels, stripped and re-charred, for less than one year), $45, and I concur. These are smooth tequilas.
They hail from Jalisco, Mexico, the first state of tequila. Both are made from 100% Blue Weber Agave (table stakes for premium tequila), distilled to 40% ABV, and are additive-free.
On the off-chance that you are planning a party this holiday season, these two beverages are recommended.
Sample.