Expresiones del Corazon Tequila Reposado aged in CYPB Barrels 750ML

Expresiones del Corazon Tequila Reposado aged in CYPB Barrels 750ML is a 100% Blue Weber agave reposado tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) and aged in ex-Weller CYPB wheated bourbon barrels. The use of barrels from Buffalo Trace's fan-developed Craft Your Perfect Bourbon program imparts a distinctly soft, butterscotch-laced sweetness rarely found in the reposado category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 Proof)  |  Origin: Jalisco, Mexico  |  Reposado (9+ Months)  |  Distillery: Casa San Matías

Production & Heritage

Expresiones del Corazón is produced at Casa San Matías in Jalisco using estate-grown Blue Weber agave. Production follows traditional methods at every stage: agave piñas are slow-roasted in stone ovens, crushed with a volcanic stone tahona wheel, and distilled in stainless steel pot stills. This particular expression rests for a minimum of nine months in barrels that previously held Weller's Craft Your Perfect Bourbon (C.Y.P.B.)—a wheated bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery that was famously developed through a consumer vote. The wheated bourbon barrel origin is the key differentiator here; where most reposados age in standard American oak or traditional bourbon barrels, the CYPB casks contribute a softer, sweeter oak influence with less rye spice bite.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright citrus and fresh mint lead the nose, followed by ginger, vanilla bean, and wisps of light caramel. There is a noticeable sweetness from the wheated bourbon barrel influence that distinguishes this from sharper, spice-forward reposados.

Taste: The entry is smooth and round, with cooked agave at the core surrounded by butterscotch and dry fruit. At mid-palate, baking spices and gentle oak emerge without overwhelming the agave character. The wheated barrel's soft vanilla and caramel sweetness integrates seamlessly with the agave's natural herbal and mineral qualities.

Finish: Clean and lingering, with minty freshness, subtle black pepper, and toasted wood fading gradually. A touch of sweet vanilla oak stays on the palate, providing a satisfying close without excessive heat.

How to Drink CYPB Reposado

This expression rewards sipping neat or with a single ice cube, which opens up the butterscotch and vanilla notes while keeping the agave backbone intact. It also performs exceptionally well in cocktails where its wheated barrel sweetness adds dimension.

• Old Fashioned (Tequila variation): The butterscotch and vanilla oak stand in naturally for the sweetness a wheated bourbon would bring to the classic template.
• Paloma: The bright citrus aromatics and clean finish pair beautifully with grapefruit soda, adding complexity without clashing.
• Oaxaca Old Fashioned (split base): The soft, sweet barrel character balances smoky mezcal in this modern classic without competing for dominance.

Best For

• Bourbon drinkers exploring tequila through a familiar barrel lens
• Gifting a spirits collector who values limited cross-category collaborations
• Side-by-side tastings comparing barrel influence across the Expresiones del Corazón lineup
• After-dinner sipping where soft sweetness and clean finish are preferred over heavy oak

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CYPB Reposado taste like? It leads with cooked agave, butterscotch, and vanilla bean, layered with baking spices and dry fruit, finishing with minty freshness and toasted wood. The wheated bourbon barrel influence gives it a noticeably softer, sweeter profile compared to most reposados.

How does CYPB Reposado compare to Expresiones del Corazón Blantons Reposado? Both are tahona-crushed and aged for a comparable period, but the CYPB version uses wheated bourbon barrels while the Blantons expression uses barrels from a higher-rye mashbill bourbon—resulting in a softer, more caramel-forward profile for CYPB versus a spicier, more assertive oak character in the Blantons variant.

Is CYPB Reposado good for sipping neat? Yes—the 40% ABV and soft wheated barrel influence make it very approachable neat, with enough agave character and complexity to hold attention without requiring dilution.

Where is CYPB Reposado made? It is produced at the Casa San Matías distillery in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, using estate-grown Blue Weber agave. The barrels themselves originate from Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

What foods pair well with CYPB Reposado? Grilled shrimp with mango salsa highlights the citrus and caramel notes. Dark chocolate with sea salt mirrors the butterscotch sweetness. Roasted pork with ancho chile glaze complements the baking spices. Aged Manchego cheese echoes the nutty, toasted oak character. Vanilla flan amplifies the barrel-driven vanilla and caramel.

What sizes does CYPB Reposado come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle.

Is CYPB Reposado worth the price? It positions as a premium-tier reposado, justified by its traditional tahona production, estate-grown agave, and highly sought-after CYPB barrel sourcing—a combination that places it well above mass-produced reposados in both complexity and collectibility.

Why CYPB Reposado?

What separates this expression is the specificity of its barrel program. Weller's Craft Your Perfect Bourbon barrels carry a wheated mashbill that imparts a softer, rounder sweetness than the high-rye or standard bourbon barrels used in most barrel-influenced tequilas. Combined with Casa San Matías's commitment to stone-oven roasting and tahona crushing—methods that preserve deeper, more complex agave flavors—the result is a reposado where neither the barrel nor the agave dominates. For collectors following the Expresiones del Corazón series, the CYPB variant stands as one of the more distinctive entries, bridging the worlds of artisanal tequila production and America's most coveted bourbon barrels.