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About Anejo Tequila

About Anejo Tequila
Añejo ("old") Tequila is aged in wooden barrels (usually old Bourbon barrels) for a minimum of 12 months. The best-quality añejos are aged 18 months to three years Beyond three years they can be called extra añejo.

Aging takes place in barrels formerly used to mature bourbon and rarely Cognac. Those aged in the latter vessels have more of a mellow edge, with aromas ranging from vanilla to tobacco, while those aged in former bourbon barrels often have notes of dill and coconut from the American oak. Añejo tequilas should be sipped neat, after dinner in a copita or snifter and perhaps enjoyed with a cigar.

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El Tesoro Añejo Tequila
96 points
$85
El Tesoro
Añejo Tequila
Straw color. Inviting aromas and flavors of honey-drizzled grapefruit, sweet apple compote, toffee, and sweet chamomile tea with a round, vibrant, dryish light-to-medium body and a peppery, elegant, medium-long finish with notes of pink peppercorns, ginger, and graphite. A stylish, peppery Tequila with a true sense of self.
96 points $85
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ArteNOM Seleccion de 1146 Añejo Tequila
95 points
$69.99
ArteNOM
Seleccion de 1146 Añejo Tequila
Amber color. Aromas of peanut brittle, ripe apple, flamed orange, cafe latte, leather, foraged mushrooms, and brown butter with a chewy, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a peppery, very complex, very long spiced peach chutney, luxury tobacco, and red tea finish. A flavor-packed, cognac-like Añejo tequila with delicate fruity nuance and big toasty brawn.
Awards: 2019 Best Añejo Tequila
95 points $69.99
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Gran Centenario Añejo Tequila
94 points
$31
Gran Centenario
Añejo Tequila
Gold color. Aromas and flavors of spiced dried citrus, flan, smoked nuts, and pea pods with a satiny, bright, fruity medium-to-full body and a peppery, delightful, long finish with notes of horchata, pink pepper, minerals, and pipe tobacco in a leather pouch. A spry and lightly smoky Añejo for cocktails or on-the-rocks sipping.
94 points $31
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Tequila Ocho Tequila Añejo El Bajío
94 points
$59
Tequila Ocho
Tequila Añejo El Bajío
Pale straw color. Aromas of dandelion, parsley, baked sweet plantain, tarragon, and hints of ginger and clove with a velvety, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, complex, relaxed buttermilk, flan, and roasted agave finish. A delicately oaked Añejo Tequila with elegant flavors that showcase its thoughtful production methods.
94 points $59
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Cazcanes No. 7 Anejo Tequila
94 points
$129
Cazcanes
No. 7 Anejo Tequila
Medium gold color. Aromas and flavors of toasted cashews and almonds, spiced cider, orange zest, paprika, green olives, popcorn, and spiced pumpkin with a round, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and an even, nuanced, medium-long finish with notes of za’atar-spiced croutons, cocoa butter, and roasted pistachio. A sophisticated, spicy Añejo that delivers all-natural vibes and old-school Tequila style.
94 points $129
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Kirkland Signature Tequila Añejo
94 points
$19.99
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Kirkland Signature
Tequila Añejo
Pale amber color. Rich coconut and banana cream pie, cherry bonbon, and baking spice aromas. Soft and supple with a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body. Lingering butterscotch, sandalwood, and fig gelato notes on the drying finish. A delicious dessert style añejo that has confection, but is not too sweet.
94 points $19.99 Best Buy
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Alquimia Organic Añejo Tequila
94 points
$65
Alquimia
Organic Añejo Tequila
Gold color. Aromas of toasted coconut, orchard fruit pastry, cinnamon swirl toast, turmeric, and palo santo with a slightly chewy, crisp, dry medium body and a peppery, complex, long incense, black tea, leather, and bay finish. A dry, spicy, exotic Tequila with a great sense of authenticity; distinctively herbal.
94 points $65
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Excellia Añejo Tequila
94 points
$69
Excellia
Añejo Tequila
Light gold color. Fruity, floral aromas of grilled apple, pastry, honeydew melon, and bergamot with a round, lively, dryish light-to-medium body and a seamless, complex, medium-long vanilla bean, marzipan, tobacco, creme caramel, and canele pastry finish. A delicious, supple and floral Añejo tequila with delicate hints of caramel, fleshy fruit, and toast.
94 points $69
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Jose Cuervo Tradicional Añejo Tequila
93 points
$36
Jose Cuervo
Tradicional Añejo Tequila
Gold color. Inviting aromas and flavors of coffee gelato in a waffle cone, chocolate halva, rum raisin cake, and maple sugar candy with a satiny, bright, fruity medium-to-full body and a compelling, medium-long finish with nuances of rocky road sundae with caramel, tres leches cake, and cappuccino cream cookie. A silky, creamy Añejo with great roasty notes that nail the style.
93 points $36
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Cenote™ Añejo Tequila
92 points
$64.99
Cenote™
Añejo Tequila
Golden amber color. Fruity aromas and flavors of caramelized tropical fruits, chocolate and vanilla almond fudge, peach chutney, and sassafras float with a supple, bright, fruity medium-to-full body and a seamless, complex, medium-long finish with notes of tres leche cake, latte with coconut milk, dried apricot, and spices finish. A delicious and inviting añejo tequila with lots of ripe agave notes in harmony with spicy oak.
92 points $64.99
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