Yéyo High Proof Tequila Review | Tequila Lovers, You Need to Try This | The Liquor Connoisseur
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- May 12
- 3 min read
Updated: 9 hours ago
Yéyo's high proof expression takes everything that made the original interesting and dials up the intensity. Crystal and Roger taste through this elevated expression and find a tequila that rewards those willing to pay attention.
Bottle Specs
Spirit: Yéyo High Proof Tequila
Category: 100% Blue Weber Agave Blanco Tequila
ABV: ~55%+ (higher than standard expression)
Price: ~$45–55
Region: Jalisco, Mexico — Highlands
Additive status: Additive-free
Why High Proof Tequila Is Worth It
Higher proof tequilas preserve more of the raw agave character that gets softened during dilution to standard bottling strength. For Yéyo, which already leads with agave-forward flavors, the high proof amplifies exactly what makes the base expression interesting.
Tasting Notes — Nose, Palate, Finish
Nose: Bright and aggressive with cooked agave, citrus zest, and floral quality that opens with breathing. Palate: More viscous than standard Yéyo, agave sweetness balanced by peppery heat that builds slowly. Finish: Long and warming, with agave and white pepper trailing off cleanly.
How to Serve It
Neat, in a Glencairn — no ice on first sip. If the heat is too much, one large ice cube is the right call. Let the liquid tell you what it wants to be.
🥃 Crystal & Roger's LC Recommendations
If you love the original Yéyo: Go high proof. It's a meaningful upgrade in complexity, not just proof.
If you want to impress a tequila skeptic: High proof agave-forward tequila converts whiskey drinkers. The complexity and heat speak the same language.
For cocktails: Use standard proof Yéyo in cocktails. The high proof is for sipping — it's too interesting to lose in a margarita.
LC Verdict
A standout high-proof tequila that justifies the category. Yéyo High Proof changes what you expect from Blanco tequila.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof is Yéyo High Proof tequila?
Yéyo High Proof is bottled at approximately 55% ABV (110 proof), compared to the standard Yéyo Blanco at 40% ABV (80 proof). The higher proof means no water is added after distillation, preserving more of the raw agave character in the final spirit.
Is Yéyo High Proof better than regular Yéyo?
'Better' depends on what you're looking for. Yéyo High Proof has more agave intensity, more complexity, and more pepper heat — it rewards attention and slow sipping. Regular Yéyo is more approachable and more versatile for cocktails. Buy the High Proof if you want to drink seriously; buy the standard if you want flexibility.
Is Yéyo Tequila additive-free?
Yes — Yéyo Tequila is additive-free across its range, including the High Proof expression. No glycerin, no caramel color, no oak extract, no vanillin. The agave character you taste comes entirely from quality Highlands Blue Weber agave and the production process.
How should I drink Yéyo High Proof tequila?
Neat at room temperature in a Glencairn or snifter. Give it five minutes to breathe before the first sip — at 55% the alcohol can be assertive right out of the bottle. If you want to dilute, a few drops of water (not ice) opens the aromatics significantly.
What is the best high proof tequila?
For additive-free, agave-forward options: Yéyo High Proof, Volans 106 Proof Blanco, and Tapatio 110 are among the strongest current recommendations. Each has a distinct character — Yéyo is floral and Highlands-sweet, Volans is bold and structured, Tapatio is classic and spicy.
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