Burk’s Thoughts Series
So if anyone has listened to me on any of the lives or recorded videos I’ve made so far, you know I can have some pretty crazy thoughts, most of them off the topic of tequila.
So instead of just creating a completely different blog dedicated to just that, I’m just going to create another tab here just for my random ass nuggets of gold.
Enjoy!!!
Burks Thoughts Articles
Advice For Tequila Brands
Just a bit of advice for tequila brands from what I’ve observed here in the Chicago market….
Burk’s Thoughts: Brickgate Bystanders’ Responsibility
My random thoughts on what random strangers should expect out of bystanders during potentially dangerous moments.
The Talk Between Adult Kids & Baby Boomer/Gen X Parents
My random thoughts on Boomer & Gen X parents being upset over their talks with their adult kids.
Burk’s Thoughts: Do You Have Great Friends?
Just a few of my random thoughts about what type of friend I strive to be and the friends I look to surround myself with.
Burk’s Thoughts: Victim Mentality
Back again with some Burk’s Thoughts!
In this episode, I’m giving my perspective on victim mentality. Check out my thoughts and please chime in with yours!
5 Tequilas You Need On Your Bar ASAP!
Looking for new tequilas to try???
Check out these 5 tequilas you should all know about ASAP then pick up a bottle of each immediately!
Different Tequila Expressions Pt 2, Joven-Extra Añejo
Check out part 2 of Different Tequila Expressions!
In this one I go through the joven-extra añejo expressions.
Different Expressions Of Tequila Part 1 (Mixto-Reposado)
Ever wonder how many different expressions there are? Well here’s a great source for you! Come check out all the different expressions of tequila that exist in the main markets today!
Burk’s Thoughts- Lollapalooza Day 1 Podcast Episode
Officially back to recording podcast and YouTube videos! Starting back up slow with season 2 of Burk’s Thoughts in which I discuss the events of Lollapalooza day 1.
Burks’ Thoughts- Tequila Ocho Single Barrel Story
Does this make me an alcoholic, VIP client, or a little bit of both?
Tequila Wish List
I’ve officially updated my 2022 Tequila Wish List with a whole gang of new brands for you guys to search out with me! Check out what’s new and what brands I was able to cross off my 2021 wish list as well!
Beginning of Tequila Lovers Anonymous
This all started off as a Facebook group meant for a group of my friends and I to start sharing the tequilas and whiskeys we loved to drink and wanted to recommend to each other.
Popular Tequila vs Quality Tequila
Are you buying your tequila based off popularity or off quality?
Find out here!
Additional TLA Articles
Spirits Brand Advice: What To Expect From Your Distributor
As I’ve went through this journey of the spirits world, I’ve amassed a great amount of knowledge on what makes a brand successful. This varies in a multitude of business approaches to outlooks on customer approach, and even how to deal with staff to efficiently grow.
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Rey Del Mundo Tequila Tasting Part 2
Part 2 of the Rey Del Mundo Tequila & Supremacia Tequila tasting at The Embassy Cigar Lounge featuring Marcus Cantu, the owner of the Cantu Group.
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Rey Del Mundo Tequila Tasting Pt 1
Part 1 of the Rey Del Mundo Tequila tasting at The Embassy Cigar Lounge featuring Marcus Cantu, the owner of the Cantu Group.
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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet Pt 7
Part 7 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.
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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 6
Part 6 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.
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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 5
Part 5 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila owner meet & greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.
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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 4
Part 4 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.
Keep readingCasa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 3
Part 3 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet at the Embassy Cigar Lounge.
Keep readingCasa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet Pt 2
Part 2 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila owners Meet & Greet event at the Embassy Cigar Lounge.
Keep readingCasa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet Pt 1
Part 1 of the recent visit to The Embassy Cigar Lounge by the owners of Casa De Reyes Tequila.
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Everything Cary Wines
Welcome to the official Cary Wines newsletter!
Please purchase the one time $23 newsletter to receive your complimentary bottle of the expression of your choice.
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Reyalibre Tequila Pre Launch Party At The Embassy Cigar Lounge Pt 1
Part 1 of the origin story of Reyalibre Tequila. Check it out ASAP to learn about what inspired the owners, Asia & E, to start this amazing brand!
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Basics Of Whiskey Part 2
This is part 2 of the Basics Of Whiskey!
Check this out now to finish your basic knowledge class on whiskey now!
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Basics Of Whiskey Part 1
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between all the whiskeys?
No?
Click on this article to find out now!
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Amatiteña Tequila Añejo & The Embassy Cigar Vanilla Night Pairing
Is this your next top shelf tequila and cigar pairing????
Check out where this Amatiteña Tequila añejo and The Embassy Cigar Vanilla Knight blend pairing ASAP to see where it ranks!
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Inspiro Tequila Rosa Blanco Express Ranking
Check out where Inspiro Tequila’s rosa reposado ranks on the TLA scale now!
Also, find out the best occasions you should be buying this tequila for!
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Tequila General Gorostieta Joven Express Ranking
Is this the best Joven on the market?
Tequila General Gorostieta joven expression might be your next favorite tequila! Check out the article to learn why.
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Suerte Tequila 8 Year Extra Añejo Express Ranking
Is this Suerte Tequila 8 year extra añejo the best value extra añejo on the market?
Click that link to find out now!!!
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Tequila General Gorostieta Blanco Express Ranking
Is Tequila General Gorostieta blanco the best blanco on the market today?!?!
You need to know about this brand ASAP and this ranking will explain exactly why!
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Severo Tequila Reposado Express Ranking
Is this the best reposado no one is talking about???
Check out this ranking of Severo Tequila’s reposado to find out exactly where it ranks on the TLA scale and where you can pick up a bottle of your own!
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Inspiro Tequila Blanco Express Ranking
Have you heard about the latest amazing woman owned tequila to hit the market?
Click now to find out about Inspiro Tequila’s blanco expression now to see if you need to add this to your bar ASAP!
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El Tesoro Tequila Extra Añejo De Don Felipe Express Ranking
I know you’ve heard of El Tesoro Tequila, right?
But have you ever had the De Don Felipe extra añejo expression???
Click the link to find out more about this expression ASAP!
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Don Vicente Tequila Reposado Express Ranking
Don Vicente Tequila, reposado expression…
Haven’t had it?
Well click that link now to see if it’s worth buying now!
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Tequila Fortaleza Blanco Ranking & Review
Tequila Fortaleza…
Everyone knows about it and want a bottle of it…
I have the blanco, let’s see where it ranks!
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123 Tequila # 3 Añejo Express Ranking
How good is the añejo expression from 123 Organic Tequila you ask???
Check out this ranking now to see if you need to add this to your bar ASAP!!!
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El Gran Legado De Vida Reposado Express Ranking
El Gran Legado De Vida Tequila…
Long name, but is it worth the hype?
Let’s dive into their reposado right now!
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Suerte Tequila Still Strength Blanco Express Ranking
You need to know about this Suerte Tequila Still Strength Blanco ASAP!!!
Click now to see where it ranks and to order your bottle as well!
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Where Does Woodinville 100% Rye Whiskey Rank?
Woodinville Whiskey..
Have you heard of it before?
Find out where their 100% straight rye whiskey ranks now!
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Blaum Bros Straight Bourbon Whiskey Express Ranking
Is this Blaum Bros straight bourbon whiskey the next big bourbon everyone should know about as a tequila lover exploring bourbon?
Find out my thoughts and which tequila lover I would recommend this to now!
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Does El Mayor Tequila Make The Best Single Barrel/Limited Edition Tequilas?
Does El Mayor Tequila have the best single barrel/limited edition expressions of all brands on the market now?
Click that link to find out now!
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History Of Tejitas Tequila Part 2
As promised!
Here’s part 2 to the History Of Tejitas Tequila!
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History Of Tejitas Tequila Part 1
Check out part 1 of the Tejitas Tequila origin story in the owner’s, Luis Herrera, own words now!
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Wicker Park BCC Tasting
Official home for the 11/29 Wicker Park BCC Tasting spirits rankings.
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Tejitas Tequila Añejo Express Ranking
Yes, another Tejitas Tequila ranking for you guys!
Does there añejo hold up to the rest of the line up?
Or is it better?!?!?
Find out now!
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Tejitas Tequila Rosado Blanco Express Ranking
Back with another Tejitas Tequila expression ranking!
This time we’re ranking their rosado blanco expression.
Click that link to find out where it ranks now!
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Rey Del Mundo Reposado Express Ranking
Where does this Rey Del Mundo Tequila reposado rank on the TLA scale you ask?
Click to see right now!
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Tejitas Tequila Blanco Express Ranking
Tejitas Tequila blanco expression…
Find out about this new brand’s blanco now!
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Tejitas Tequila Reposado Express Ranking
Tejitas Tequila, reposado expression…
Is this the next great tequila to hit the market?
Click that read more button to find out now!
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Lost Lore Tequila Añejo Ranking & Review
Is this the next must have añejo to hit the market?!?!
Check out this review and ranking of Lost Lore Tequila’s añejo expression to find out now!
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