Shot Spotlight: Patrón XO Café
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When a buddy of mine ordered a round of these Kaluah-look-alike shots at the bar, my natural sentiment was “What the shit is this?” Hoping my buddy was a little less metro than to order shots of Kaluah at a bar, I was relieved to hear my buddy respond: “Coffee Petrol.” Mmm, a sweet mix of caffeine and gasoline. I knew I must have miss-heard the name of the drink over the noise of the bar, but I thought what the fuck?
It tasted like a mix a Kaluah and Absolut Pepper. Being a fan of pepper and coffee I enjoyed it, and I assure you it’s actually not as gross as it sounds. It was unique, had a good aftertaste, and at 70 proof, you don’t feel like a pussy when you order it. After all, tequila is tequila. Come to find out my friend was saying Café Patrón, not coffee petrol, although mishearing him gave me a good idea of what to expect.
Drink: Patrón XO Café
Price: $20 for 750ml
Rating: Lowball (3/5)
Tastes Like: Pepper and Coffee
