Xila “It’s Spicy Rico” Aperitif (750ml)

Product Description

Xila “It’s Spicy Rico” Aperitif 750ml is a bold, modern aperitif that blends agave spirit with real botanicals and heat-forward flavor—curated by blackbook for drinkers who want spice with purpose, not gimmicks. Built on a tequila base and infused with Mexican herbs, fruits, and chiles, Xila delivers a layered, savory-sweet profile that’s vibrant, complex, and unmistakably expressive.

This aperitif balances warmth and freshness: bright citrus and herbal notes up front, followed by gentle sweetness and a lingering, well-integrated spice. It’s designed to be versatile—equally at home in spritzes, margarita riffs, or served over ice with soda—bringing a modern Mexican sensibility to the aperitif category.

At blackbook, we spotlight spirits that redefine categories while staying grounded in craft. Xila “It’s Spicy Rico” does exactly that—fresh, spicy, and built for creative drinking.

Tasting Notes

Nose:
Citrus peel, fresh herbs, agave, and a hint of green chile.

Palate:
Bright and layered with sweet agave, grapefruit-like citrus, herbal complexity, and a gentle, building heat.

Finish:
Clean, spicy, and refreshing with lingering warmth and herbal lift.

Specifications

• Category: Aperitif

• Base Spirit: Tequila

• Flavor Profile: Citrus, herbs, spice

• Style: Spicy / Agave-Forward

• Origin: Mexico-inspired

• ABV: ~30% (varies by batch)

• Size: 750ml

• Brand: Xila

• blackbook Selection: Yes

Why You’ll Love It 

Xila is for drinkers who like their aperitifs with personality. The spice is intentional and balanced—not overpowering—making this an easy upgrade for tequila cocktails or a refreshing stand-alone pour.

blackbook customers gravitate toward Xila as a crossover bottle: part aperitif, part agave spirit, part cocktail shortcut—perfect for creative, low-effort drinks that still feel elevated.

Perfect For

• Spicy spritzes with soda or tonic

• Margarita and Paloma riffs

• Aperitif hour or pre-dinner sipping

• Fans of chili heat and herbal spirits

• Building modern agave-forward cocktails

• Buying aperitifs online through blackbook