Herencia Mexicana Tequila Añejo, Jalisco, Mexico

Crafted in the heart of Jalisco, where sun-soaked agave fields stretch across volcanic soils, Herencia Mexicana Tequila Añejo embodies the richness and tradition of Mexico’s most storied spirit. Slowly aged to achieve depth and finesse, this añejo reflects the heritage, craftsmanship, and patient artistry that define true premium tequila.

Product Details:

• Classification: Tequila Añejo
• ABV: 40%
• Fermentation: Natural fermentation with local yeast
• Distillation: Double-distilled in copper pot stills
• Aging: Minimum 12–18 months in oak barrels (American oak), contributing complexity and smoothness
• Style: Smooth, rich, oak-aged tequila

Sensory Description:

Herencia Mexicana Añejo pours a deep golden amber, offering aromas of baked agave, caramel, and vanilla, layered with notes of roasted nuts, cinnamon, and toasted oak. On the palate, it is velvety and expressive, with flavors of toffee, dried fruit, and crème brûlée unfolding over hints of spice and gentle smoke. The oak aging adds warmth and roundness, culminating in a long, elegant finish with lingering sweetness, subtle pepper, and refined agave character. Balanced and sophisticated, it showcases the harmony between oak influence and pure agave expression.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition – 2005
• 93 Points – Tequila Aficionado
• Silver – Los Angeles International Spirits Awards

Distiller’s Background:

Herencia Mexicana is a boutique tequila producer rooted in Jalisco’s traditional tequila-making heritage. By honoring slow roasting, patient aging, and artisanal craftsmanship, the distillery ensures each bottle captures the essence of the region’s agave fields and the expertise of its jimadores and distillers. Their Añejo stands as a testament to their philosophy: integrity of ingredients, mastery of aging, and respect for Mexican tradition.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat at 18–20°C (64–68°F) in a snifter or tequila copita to appreciate its full aromatic spectrum. Excellent paired with dark chocolate, flan, caramelized nuts, or aged Manchego cheese. For a refined cocktail, it elevates an Añejo Old Fashioned or Tequila Manhattan.

Warm, smooth, and richly layered, Herencia Mexicana Tequila Añejo is a celebration of time-honored craftsmanship, a spirit shaped by the land, the barrel, and the heritage from which it takes its name.