Yéyo Tequila Review | The Tequila Serenaded by Classical Music | The Liquor Connoisseur
- connoisseurofliquo
- May 12
- 2 min read
Updated: 12 hours ago
What does a tequila serenaded by classical music actually taste like? Crystal and Roger dive into Yéyo's origin story — a brand that claims classical music is played during fermentation to influence the final spirit — and taste their way through the question of whether the music makes a difference.
Bottle Specs
Spirit: Yéyo Tequila Blanco
NOM: Highlands Jalisco, Mexico
Unique claim: Classical music played during fermentation
Production: 100% Blue Weber Agave
ABV: ~40%
Price: ~$35–45
Additive status: Additive-free
The Classical Music Fermentation Claim
Yéyo plays classical music at specific frequencies during fermentation — a practice the brand says influences yeast behavior, fermentation rate, and ultimately the flavor compounds in the final spirit. The science behind sound and fermentation is genuinely interesting: some research suggests sound waves can affect yeast activity. Crystal and Roger evaluate both the claim and the result.
Tasting Notes — Nose, Palate, Finish
Nose: Bright cooked agave with citrus blossom and a subtle floral quality that's distinctive among Blanco tequilas. Palate: Clean, agave-forward, and smooth — the sweetness is restrained and the complexity is genuine. There's a lightness here that's consistent with Highlands agave character. Finish: Clean and medium-length, with agave and citrus notes trailing pleasantly.
The Verdict on the Music
Crystal and Roger's take: the music story is interesting and may be genuine, but the better story is that Yéyo is simply a well-made additive-free tequila from quality Highlands agave. The music is the marketing; the quality is real. You don't need to believe the former to appreciate the latter.
🥃 Crystal & Roger's LC Recommendations
For everyday tequila drinking: Yéyo's price-to-quality ratio is excellent. This is the bottle you put on your home bar and reach for regularly.
For the conversation: The classical music fermentation story is genuinely interesting to share at a tasting. Whether it matters or not, it makes for a great pour-and-discuss moment.
Side by side with Yéyo High Proof: Tasting the standard and high proof expressions together is a clear demonstration of how proof affects agave character.
LC Verdict
A well-made additive-free Blanco with a genuinely compelling origin story. Whether the music matters or not, the tequila in the glass is worth your attention.
Drink To Remember, Not To Forget. 🥃
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