CENTENARIO ANEJO (750ML)

Gran Centenario Añejo Tequila

Añejo Tequila | Jalisco, Mexico | 100% Blue Weber Agave | Aged 18–36 Months in French Limousin & American Oak Barrels | 40% ABV (80 Proof)

Process & Profile

Named in 1895 and crafted using agave plants aged 10–12 years from the highlands of Jalisco, Gran Centenario Añejo combines tradition with refinement. The tequila is rested between 18 to 36 months, typically in French Limousin oak casks—and sometimes in new American oak—to develop a smooth, layered character. The result is a mature expression with notable depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted oak, rich caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, clove, nutmeg, orange zest, tangerine, and toasted coconut

• Palate: Smooth and subtly sweet, with flavors of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and hints of dried fruit and spice

• Finish: Warm, lingering, and elegantly mellow, offering a refined and comforting conclusion

What Makes It Special

• Crafted from 100% blue agave grown in Jalisco’s highlands, offering richer flavor and depth

• Aged in premium oak casks—notably French Limousin—for up to three years, delivering smoothness and complexity

• Award-winning expression known for its balance of sweetness, spice, oak, and agave purity

• An elegant sipping tequila that also adds depth to cocktails without overpowering them

How to Enjoy

Best sipped neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to fully experience its nuanced layers. A small splash of water can help open additional sweet spice and oak notes. It also enhances cocktail depth when used in elevated agave drinks.

FAQ

1. What agave is used in Gran Centenario Añejo?
   It is crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave, harvested at 10–12 years for full maturity.

2. How long is it aged?
   Typically between 18 to 36 months in oak barrels.

3. What barrels are used in aging?
   Primarily French Limousin oak, sometimes with American oak components.

4. What flavors define its profile?
   Expect notes of oak, caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, citrus zest, and warm spice.

5. Is it suitable for sipping or cocktails?
   It is an excellent sipping tequila and also adds a refined depth to cocktails.