Cenote Añejo Tequila

Cenote Añejo pays homage to Mexico’s sacred cenotes and the craft of Jalisco. Made from 100% Blue Weber agave harvested at full maturity, it rests for one year in American oak—polishing bright agave into layers of vanilla, spice, toasted wood and a hint of chocolate. Distilled with naturally filtered volcano water, it’s a refined, richly textured añejo that shines neat, over ice or in sophisticated, spirit-forward cocktails—an elegant choice for sipping and gifting alike.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Rich amber in the glass with slow legs. A smoked, woody nose opens to vanilla and warm spice. The palate is generous—cooked agave, oak, baking spice and dark chocolate—gliding to a long, polished finish.

Key Details

• Distillery: Cenote – Fábrica de Tequilas Finos (NOM 1472)
• Type: Añejo Tequila
• Region: Jalisco, Mexico
• ABV: 40%
• Volume: 700ml
• Agave Type: 100% Blue Weber
• Aging: 12 months in American oak barrels
• Other: Vegan-Friendly, Gluten-Free
• Signature Serve: Neat, On the Rocks, or an Añejo Old Fashioned

Cocktail Pairings

An Añejo Old Fashioned folds bitters and orange oils into its caramel-oak depth. A Mexican Manhattan (sweet vermouth, orange bitters) showcases chocolate and spice. Brighten with an Añejo Tequila Smash (mint, citrus) or go silky with The Eclipse—orange and cherry notes framing its aged warmth.

Craftsmanship & Story

Inspired by the Yucatán’s “sacred wells,” Cenote sources artesian volcano water and mature lowland agave (6–7 years). Agaves are slow-cooked, then double-distilled in a blend of copper and stainless pot stills to preserve purity and texture. Master Distiller Arturo Fuentes employs a focused American oak program for the añejo—rounding edges while amplifying vanilla, spice and chocolate over a clean agave core.

Special Features

Artesian, naturally filtered volcano water; mature lowland agave for rich sugars; double pot distillation for a silken mouthfeel; precise one-year American oak maturation for balance and complexity; striking bottle design inspired by Mayan cenotes—equally display-worthy and gift-ready.

Recognition & Accolades

This tequila has garnered international acclaim for quality and design:

• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2019)
• Gold – The Tequila & Mezcal Masters (2018), Ultra-Premium Añejo
• Gold – The Tequila & Mezcal Masters (2019), Ultra-Premium Añejo
• Gold – The Design & Packaging Masters (2019), Tequila
• 92/100 – Beverage Testing Institute (2020)

Widely praised by judges and enthusiasts for its polished oak-agave harmony.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Luxurious, mellow and expressive—ideal neat, over ice or in elevated classics. A thoughtful choice for milestone birthdays, anniversaries or corporate thanks.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

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