Tequila Tapato Aejo 750ML

Tequila Tapato Aejo: A Testament to Time and Tradition

Introduced to the US market in 2013, Tequila Tapato Aejo represents the pinnacle of agave craftsmanship. This 750ML bottle offers a truly authentic, handmade aejo experience, distilled to strength and bottled without dilution to preserve its rich, genuine flavors.

Production Highlights:

• Harvested by expert Jimadores
• Agave pias slow-baked for 4 days
• Fermented using an 80-year-old yeast culture
• Double-distilled in Tequilano Pot Stills
• Aged 18 months in used Jim Beam American oak barrels
• Minimally filtered to maintain flavor integrity

Tasting Notes:

Appearance:

Intense straw yellow with amber hues and golden flashes, medium-bodied

Aroma:

• Primary: Sweet cooked agave, crme brle
• Secondary: Vanilla, caramel
• Subtle: Cinnamon, red pepper, spices

Palate:

• Dominant: Sweet and spicy notes, cooked agave
• Complementary: Cocoa, vanilla, pepper
• Nuanced: Walnut, berries, vegetal and woody undertones
• Finish: Soft, silky, and exceptionally long, with lingering spices

This perfectly balanced aejo showcases a complex harmony of flavors. While best appreciated neat or on the rocks to fully explore its depth, it also serves as an excellent base for premium cocktails.

Experience the culmination of Tapato’s artisanal process with this Aejo, where extended aging meets an unwavering commitment to authentic tequila production.

NOM 1139