Azunia Tequila Anejo, Jalisco, Mexico

Golden caramel, roasted agave, fragrant vanilla, and delicate baking spice introduce Azuñia Añejo Tequila, a richly layered, estate-crafted spirit from the Tequila Valley of Jalisco, Mexico. At 40% ABV, this elegant añejo combines the natural sweetness of mature Weber Blue Agave with the warmth and complexity developed through extended American oak maturation. Aged for up to 18 months, it reveals inviting notes of tropical fruit, toasted oak, chocolate, and gentle spice while retaining the distinctive character of its agave origins. Crafted at the family-operated Rancho Miravalle distillery using traditional production methods, Azuñia Añejo offers a refined balance of richness, smoothness, and authentic tequila character.

Product Details:

• Classification: Añejo
• Agave Variety: 100% Weber Blue Agave
• Agave Species: Agave tequilana Weber, blue variety
• Agave Source: Estate-grown agave from Rancho Miravalle
• Agave Maturity: Approximately 7 to 10 years before harvesting
• Farming: Sustainable estate farming practices
• Harvest: Hand-harvested mature agave
• Distillation Strength: Approximately 46% ABV before reduction to bottling strength
• Maturation: Up to 18 months in American oak barrels
• Oak Type: American oak
• Alcohol: 40%

Sensory Description:

Warm golden amber with luminous reflections, Azuñia Añejo opens with expressive aromas of roasted agave, vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak, complemented by tropical flowers, grilled pineapple, and delicate baking spice. The palate is smooth and generously textured, revealing layers of candied mango, ripe cherry, butterscotch, and dark chocolate. Gentle oak influence introduces cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, while the underlying agave character provides balance and freshness. A rounded, velvety mouthfeel leads into a long, warming finish with lingering impressions of caramel, vanilla, beeswax, and subtle toasted spice.

Awards & Accolades:

• Chairman's Trophy, 97 Points: Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2019
• Great Value: Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2019
• Top 100 Spirits: Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2019
• Gold Medal: San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2019
• 92 Points: Wine Enthusiast, 2019
• Bronze Medal: New York International Spirits Competition, 2021
• Bronze Medal: New York International Spirits Competition, 2019

Distiller’s Background:

Azuñia Tequila traces its heritage to the agave-growing traditions of the Zepeda and Lizardi families in Jalisco's Tequila Valley. Founded through the collaboration of Enrique Zepeda and Salvador Rivera Lizardi, the family's production operation continues at Rancho Miravalle under Agaveros Unidos de Amatitán. Master Distiller Salvador Rivera Cardona oversees a traditional approach built around estate-grown Weber Blue Agave, clay-oven cooking, natural fermentation, and careful distillation. The brand emphasizes sustainable agriculture, small-batch craftsmanship, and additive-free production. Its Añejo expression develops additional richness through American oak maturation while preserving the character of mature agave.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy neat at approximately 18 to 20 degrees Celsius in a tequila tasting glass or small snifter to appreciate its layered aromas, silky texture, and oak-derived complexity. Allow the spirit a few moments in the glass before sipping to reveal its caramel, vanilla, and spice nuances. For a slightly cooler presentation, serve over one large ice cube. Azuñia Añejo also makes an excellent base for a Tequila Old Fashioned or Añejo Manhattan. Pair with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, grilled meats, aged cheeses, or caramel-based desserts that complement its warm, rounded character.