The
Blanco Tequilas is filled up directly after distillation, and stand
for the pure, genuine Tequila benefit.
The
Reposados (which means mature) ripen between 2 and 11 months
(it depends on the producer) in barrels of red wood or in small
oak barrels. The period of minimum ripening of 2 months is laid
down by Mexican Law. By ripening the tequila becomes brightly
yellow; it gets additional flavours which improve the agave taste
and make it softer.
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The Anejos (which means aged) normally ripen between 1 and 4 years
in Kentucky-Bourbon-barrels. Also here Mexican
Law prescribes a minimum ripening period of 1 year.
Due to the longer ripening period the Anejo is
a bit darker than a Reposado and its taste is even
softer and milder.
High quality Anejos dispose of a balanced proportion
of their own agave flavour, the soft texture, the
vanilla flavour and the spice which is caused by
the ripening in the oak barrels.
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tequilas, especially Reposados and
Anejos should be enjoyed in a bulbous
glass at room temperature (without
lemon and salt), so that their powerful
flavours can develop. You can absolutely
drink a Tequila Blanco well cooled.
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