El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo Tequila – 80 Proof (40% ABV) | 750ml
Elegant, full-bodied, and masterfully crafted, El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo Tequila is an award-winning 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave tequila produced in the historic town of Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml bottle, this exceptional añejo is aged for a minimum of 18 months in American and French oak barrels, then expertly blended with select Extra Añejo tequilas to create extraordinary depth, complexity, and an exceptionally long finish. Rich notes of toasted oak, vanilla, cooked agave, caramel, chocolate, roasted nuts, cinnamon, and baking spices make it an outstanding sipping tequila.
Key Details
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Spirit Type: Añejo Tequila
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Agave: 100% Estate-Grown Blue Weber Agave
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Region: Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico
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Alcohol Content: 40% ABV (80 Proof)
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Bottle Size: 750ml
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Aging: Minimum 18 Months in American & French Oak, Blended with Extra Añejo
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Style: Rich • Complex • Oak Balanced
Process & Production
El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo is crafted from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave harvested at peak maturity and distilled using traditional copper pot stills with the distillery's signature volcanic spring water. The tequila is patiently aged for a minimum of 18 months in a combination of American and French oak barrels, allowing it to develop exceptional richness while preserving the natural sweetness of the agave. It is then masterfully blended with exclusive Gran Reserva Extra Añejo tequilas, creating remarkable depth, elegance, and an impressively long finish that distinguishes it from traditional añejos.
Appearance
Deep golden amber with brilliant copper highlights, reflecting its extended maturation in American and French oak.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich aromas of toasted oak, vanilla, cooked agave, caramel, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and warm cinnamon create an inviting and sophisticated bouquet.
Palate: Smooth and velvety with flavors of toasted oak, roasted almonds, caramel, vanilla, cooked agave, cinnamon, black pepper, cocoa, and subtle baking spices.
Finish: Long, elegant, and warming with lingering notes of sweet agave, toasted oak, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, vanilla, and gentle spice.
What Makes It Special
El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo stands apart through its unique combination of 18 months of aging in both American and French oak barrels followed by blending with exclusive Extra Añejo reserves. This innovative approach creates remarkable complexity while maintaining the vibrant agave character that has defined El Tequileño since 1959.
The expression has earned international acclaim with numerous prestigious awards, including recognition at the International Spirits Challenge, TAG Global Spirits Awards, the World Spirits Competition, and the Tequila & Mezcal Masters, further cementing its reputation as one of Mexico's finest aged tequilas.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo neat in a tequila or Glencairn glass to fully appreciate its layered complexity and silky mouthfeel. It is equally enjoyable over a large ice cube or in refined cocktails such as an Añejo Old Fashioned, Tequila Manhattan, or Chocolate Negroni.
Its rich character pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, mole, aged cheeses, dark chocolate, crème brûlée, pecan pie, and premium cigars.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the alcohol content of El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo?
El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).
How long is El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo aged?
It is aged for a minimum of 18 months in American and French oak barrels before being blended with select Extra Añejo tequilas for additional depth and an exceptionally long finish.
Is El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo made from 100% agave?
Yes. It is crafted exclusively from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave grown in Jalisco, Mexico.
What size bottle is this?
This listing includes one 750ml bottle of El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo Tequila.
Is this tequila good for sipping?
Absolutely. Its extended aging, blend of American and French oak maturation, and incorporation of Extra Añejo reserves create an exceptionally smooth and complex tequila that is best enjoyed neat or over ice.
Pricing & Availability
This listing includes one 750ml bottle of El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo Tequila, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV). Available now while supplies last.
Brand Story
Founded in 1959 by Don Jorge Salles Cuervo, El Tequileño has become one of Mexico's most respected family-owned tequila producers. Produced at the historic La Guarreña Distillery in the heart of Tequila, Jalisco, the brand is renowned for using estate-grown agave, natural volcanic spring water, and traditional production methods that celebrate the authentic character of Blue Weber agave.
El Tequileño Gran Reserva Añejo represents the pinnacle of the distillery's craftsmanship. Through extended aging in American and French oak barrels and the addition of carefully selected Extra Añejo reserves, it delivers an exceptionally refined tequila with remarkable richness, balance, and complexity—an expression worthy of the Gran Reserva name.