{"product_id":"clase-azul-anejo-tequila-750ml","title":"Clase Azul Anejo Tequila 750ml","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo Tequila – 80 Proof (40% ABV) | 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, elegant, and deeply influenced by extended oak maturation, \u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo Tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Weber agave\u003c\/strong\u003e and aged for more than two years to develop a complex balance of agave, fruit, spice, vanilla, and wood. Produced in Jalisco, Mexico, and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e in a \u003cstrong\u003e750ml bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e, this añejo combines mature tequila with the elaborate artisan presentation for which Clase Azul México is known. Its distinctive hand-decorated decanter draws inspiration from the Mazahua culture and serves as a fitting presentation for one of Clase Azul's mature tequila expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tequila\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Añejo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Weber Agave\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e More Than 2 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Whiskey Casks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% ABV (80 Proof)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agave • Fruit • Vanilla • Spice • Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo Tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e begins with carefully selected \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Weber agave\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvest, the agave hearts are slowly cooked in traditional masonry ovens. Clase Azul uses an extended cooking process designed to develop the natural sweetness and cooked-agave character that forms the foundation of the finished tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cooked agave then undergoes fermentation using the brand's proprietary yeast before distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining stage for Clase Azul Añejo is its extended maturation. The tequila spends \u003cstrong\u003emore than two years in American whiskey casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, considerably longer than the minimum aging requirement for the añejo category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this period, the tequila gradually extracts color, aroma, flavor, and texture from the oak. Fresh agave characteristics become integrated with deeper notes of fruit, vanilla, spice, nuts, and wood, creating a more mature profile than the Plata and Reposado expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished tequila is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep amber with brilliant copper and golden highlights, reflecting its extended maturation in American whiskey casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts appearance immediately distinguishes it from the crystal-clear Plata and lighter golden tones of Clase Azul Reposado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and layered with aromas of \u003cstrong\u003espice, fruit, vanilla, and mature oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by the underlying sweetness of cooked agave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full and rounded with layers of \u003cstrong\u003ecooked agave, vanilla, dried and ripe fruit, warm spice, nuts, and oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a balance between the original tequila and its extended barrel maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with lingering notes of vanilla, spice, mature fruit, and toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo\u003c\/strong\u003e stands apart through the combination of extended maturation and elaborate Mexican craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile tequila only needs to mature for one year to qualify as añejo, Clase Azul allows this expression to spend \u003cstrong\u003emore than two years in American whiskey casks\u003c\/strong\u003e. The additional time gives the tequila greater opportunity to interact with the oak, developing deeper color, richer texture, and more pronounced barrel-derived flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result bridges the character of Blue Weber agave with the vanilla, spice, fruit, and wood characteristics developed through maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts presentation is equally distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clase Azul Añejo decanter draws inspiration from the \u003cstrong\u003eMazahua culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, an Indigenous community with deep roots in Mexico. The intricate decoration reflects Clase Azul México's broader focus on connecting its spirits with Mexican craftsmanship and cultural traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach element of the presentation is designed to make the decanter part of the overall experience rather than simply a container for the tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, extended aging, American whiskey casks, Blue Weber agave, and artisan presentation make Clase Azul Añejo one of the more mature and complex expressions within the core Clase Azul tequila collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo Tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideally enjoyed neat, allowing its mature aromas and flavors to develop gradually in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour into a tequila or stemmed tasting glass and allow the spirit to rest briefly before tasting. The additional exposure to air can help reveal layers of cooked agave, fruit, vanilla, spice, nuts, and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its extended maturation and 80-proof strength, Clase Azul Añejo is particularly well suited for slow sipping after a meal or alongside foods that complement its richer barrel-driven profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairing it with \u003cstrong\u003eaged cheeses, roasted nuts, rich chocolate, or fruit-based desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e can complement the tequila's mature sweetness and oak character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the alcohol content of Clase Azul Añejo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Añejo Tequila is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e40% ABV (80 proof).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is Clase Azul Añejo aged?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Añejo is matured for \u003cstrong\u003emore than two years\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing it comfortably within the añejo tequila category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of barrels are used for Clase Azul Añejo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Añejo is matured in \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican whiskey casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, which contribute additional vanilla, spice, fruit, and oak characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of agave is used in Clase Azul Añejo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Añejo is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Weber agave\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Clase Azul Añejo taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul Añejo offers a mature profile built around \u003cstrong\u003ecooked agave, vanilla, fruit, warm spice, nuts, and oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its extended maturation produces a richer and more barrel-driven experience than younger Clase Azul expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Clase Azul Reposado and Clase Azul Añejo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary difference is maturation. \u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Reposado is aged for eight months\u003c\/strong\u003e, while \u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo spends more than two years in oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. The additional maturation gives the Añejo a deeper, richer, and more oak-influenced profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Clase Azul Añejo older than Clase Azul Gold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two expressions are constructed differently. Clase Azul Añejo is an aged tequila matured for more than two years. \u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Gold is a joven tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e combining Plata, Reposado, and Extra Añejo components, so the categories should not be compared solely by age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Clase Azul Añejo decanter handcrafted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The elaborate presentation reflects \u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul México's work with Mexican artisans\u003c\/strong\u003e and is inspired by Mexican cultural traditions, including the heritage of the Mazahua people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Clase Azul Añejo meant for sipping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its extended barrel maturation and layered flavor profile make it particularly well suited for enjoying \u003cstrong\u003eneat and slowly\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the mature agave and oak characteristics to develop in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size bottle is this?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes one \u003cstrong\u003e750ml bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e of Clase Azul Añejo Tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePricing \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes one \u003cstrong\u003e750ml bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo Tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e, matured for more than two years and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eAvailable now while supplies last.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrand Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul México\u003c\/strong\u003e was founded by \u003cstrong\u003eArturo Lomelí\u003c\/strong\u003e with a vision centered on sharing the culture, traditions, artistry, and hospitality of Mexico with the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand's identity brings together Mexican spirits and artisan craftsmanship. Its distinctive decanters are designed as objects of Mexican artistry, with individual expressions drawing inspiration from different elements of the country's landscapes, traditions, and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul's tequila collection explores Blue Weber agave through several different maturation styles, ranging from the unaged freshness of Plata to increasingly complex barrel-aged expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClase Azul Añejo\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the mature side of that collection. Through more than two years of aging in American whiskey casks, the tequila develops deeper layers of vanilla, fruit, spice, nuts, and oak while maintaining the agave character at its foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in an elaborate decanter inspired by Mexican craftsmanship and bottled at 80 proof, Clase Azul Añejo brings together \u003cstrong\u003eextended tequila maturation and artisan presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in a distinctive expression of the Clase Azul México philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clase Azul","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44230182273098,"sku":null,"price":549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/0818\/4394\/files\/ClaseAzulAnejoTequila750ml.jpg?v=1790056788","url":"https:\/\/bottle2bar.com\/products\/clase-azul-anejo-tequila-750ml","provider":"Bottle2Bar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}