El Viejito Extra Añejo is a heritage tequila from the El Viejito distillery, the first distillery established in Atotonilco el Alto in the Highlands of Jalisco and family-operated since 1937. It is aged three years in previously used whiskey barrels and bottled at 41% ABV (82 proof).
Made under NOM 1107 from Highland blue agave, the tequila spends its long rest in former whiskey casks, which add caramel, vanilla and oak while the bright, sweet character of the Highland agave holds its shape.
El Viejito, meaning the little old man, has built a following among tequila enthusiasts for offering traditional, long-aged tequila at an approachable price, and its extra añejo is a favourite of curated selections.
With its rustic label and purple accents, it is an honest, old-school sipping tequila from one of Jalisco's historic families.
Extra añejo is the most mature category of tequila, created in 2006 for tequilas aged more than three years in oak barrels of no more than 600 litres. The long rest softens the agave's natural pepper and brings out caramel, vanilla and dried fruit, which is why extra añejos are usually enjoyed neat, like a fine cognac or whisky.
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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Distillery: Tequila El Viejito, NOM 1107
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Style: Extra Añejo Tequila
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Age: Three years in previously used whiskey barrels
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ABV: 41% (82 proof)
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Region: Atotonilco el Alto, Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat from a snifter or tequila glass at room temperature. It pairs well with dark chocolate, roasted nuts and a good cigar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is El Viejito Extra Añejo aged?
Three years in previously used whiskey barrels.
Where is it made?
At the El Viejito distillery, NOM 1107, in Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco.
What proof is it?
82 proof, 41% ABV.
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