Laya Añejo Cristalino is a certified organic tequila that combines the depth of an aged añejo with the crystal-clear look and smooth finish of a blanco. It is made at NOM 1480 in the Tequila Valley of Jalisco from blue Weber agave and bottled at 40% ABV.
The agave is cooked in stone and brick ovens before fermentation and distillation, and the tequila is aged as an añejo in American oak barrels, for about 18 months, before being filtered to remove its colour while keeping the aromas of the wood.
Cristalino tequilas have become one of the fastest-growing categories in tequila for their smooth, approachable style, and Laya brings organic certification to the category.
The clear bottle with its ornate black label is elegant on any bar and makes a refined gift.
Añejo tequila is aged between one and three years in oak barrels of no more than 600 litres, long enough to add colour, sweetness and spice while keeping the character of the agave, which makes it a natural sipping tequila.
Tequila can only be made from blue Weber agave in five designated Mexican states, chiefly Jalisco, and the finest bottlings are made from 100% agave. Sipping tequila is best enjoyed from a narrow-rimmed glass that concentrates the aromas, at room temperature and without salt or lime, so the character of the agave and the barrel can come through.
Specifications
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Brand: Laya Tequila
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NOM: 1480
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Style: Añejo Cristalino Tequila, certified organic
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Agave: Blue Weber agave
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Cooking: Stone and brick ovens
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ABV: 40% (80 proof)
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Region: Tequila Valley, Jalisco, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve it chilled, neat or over a large cube of ice, or use it in an elevated margarita or tequila soda. It pairs well with sushi, ceviche and light desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an añejo cristalino?
An añejo tequila that has been filtered to remove its colour, keeping the aged character with a clear look.
Is Laya organic?
Yes, Laya tequila carries organic certification.
Where is it made?
At NOM 1480 in the Tequila Valley of Jalisco.
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