Patron isn't weak, it's smooth -- big difference.

It's 80 proof, which is the same as things like Jose Cuervo, Jack Daniels, and Jim Beam. The "lack of burn" is deceptive and the biggest reason most people like it. It's easy to drink, even as a shot.
You're right, Crude Cross, Patron can be kind of expensive, but it's good quality. I'm not sure it's song-worthy or anything, but I do know that it tastes great in a margarita.
Had a bottle of Chill Out red wine (Expedition Red 2009) last night to dinner and while it's not a luxurious wine by any means it's one of the best "student-affordable" wines I've had and definitely one of my favorite red wines, "finer" ones included.
As long as you enjoyed it, who cares about the price?
