Cincoro Anejo 1.75L

Cincoro Anejo Tequila 1.75L is a 100% Blue Weber agave añejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV in a large-format 1.75-liter bottle. Named "Tequila of the Year" at the 2019 New York International Spirits Competition, this expression stands apart through its dual-region agave sourcing and extended barrel aging in an underground cellar.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Jalisco, Mexico  |  Aged 24–28 Months  |  Distillery: Destiladora del Valle de Tequila (NOM 1438)

Production & Heritage

Cincoro sources 100% Blue Weber agave from both the valley and highland regions of Jalisco, a dual-terroir approach that blends the earthy, herbaceous character of lowland agave with the sweeter, more fruit-forward profile of highland plants. The tequila is produced at Destiladora del Valle de Tequila under NOM 1438 in Jalisco's tequila-producing heartland. Once distilled, Cincoro Añejo rests for 24 to 28 months in used American bourbon barrels inside an underground cellar, where stable temperatures encourage a slow, even maturation that deepens the interplay between agave and oak.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Cooked agave leads the nose, layered with salted caramel and maple sweetness. Deeper inhalation reveals toasted oak, sweet orange peel, and hints of dried fruit.

Taste: The entry is rich with roasted agave and dark chocolate, moving into a mid-palate of caramel and butterscotch that gains complexity. Orange peel and fig-like sweetness emerge alongside toasted oak, with date and dried fruit notes building toward the peak.

Finish: Smooth and warm with a medium-long fade, carrying butter and dried fruit through the close. The bourbon-barrel influence lingers as gentle vanilla and oak tannins.

How to Drink Cincoro Añejo

The depth and barrel-driven richness of this añejo reward neat sipping at room temperature; a few drops of water can open up the darker fruit notes without diminishing the oak structure. For cocktails, the 1.75L format makes it a practical choice for regular mixing:

• Old Fashioned: The caramel and butterscotch backbone stands up to bitters and orange expression without losing agave character.
• Tequila Manhattan: Dark chocolate and dried fruit notes mirror the vermouth interplay traditionally built around bourbon or rye.
• Añejo Paloma: Grapefruit soda lifts the heavier oak and caramel layers into a refreshing but complex long drink.

Best For

• Stocking a home bar for regular añejo sipping and entertaining
• Gifting a tequila enthusiast who already knows standard-size bottles
• Hosting cocktail parties where barrel-aged tequila drinks are on the menu
• Side-by-side tastings comparing valley-highland blends against single-origin añejos

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cincoro Añejo taste like? Cincoro Añejo delivers a rich combination of cooked agave, dark chocolate, caramel, and butterscotch, underscored by orange peel and dried fruit from extended bourbon-barrel aging. The finish is smooth and warm with lingering butter and gentle oak.

How does Cincoro Añejo compare to Don Julio 1942? Don Julio 1942 is an añejo aged a minimum of two and a half years and tends toward lighter butterscotch and vanilla, while Cincoro Añejo leans into darker chocolate and dried fruit from its 24-to-28-month rest in bourbon barrels. Cincoro's dual-region agave blend also gives it a broader flavor base compared to 1942's Highlands-focused sourcing.

Is Cincoro Añejo good for sipping neat? Yes — the extended aging and underground cellar maturation produce a smooth, well-integrated añejo that drinks comfortably neat without harshness at 40% ABV.

Where is Cincoro Añejo made? Cincoro Añejo is produced at Destiladora del Valle de Tequila (NOM 1438) in Jalisco, Mexico, using agave sourced from both the valley and highland growing regions of the state.

What foods pair well with Cincoro Añejo? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cacao and caramel notes. Grilled short ribs match the smoky oak character. Aged Gouda echoes the butterscotch sweetness. Mole negro mirrors the dried fruit and spice complexity. Crème brûlée aligns with the caramelized sugar and vanilla finish.

What sizes does Cincoro Añejo come in? Cincoro Añejo is available in a standard 750ml bottle and this large-format 1.75L bottle, making the latter a practical option for frequent sipping or entertaining.

Is Cincoro Añejo worth the price? Cincoro Añejo positions as a premium añejo tequila, competing in the upper tier alongside expressions like Don Julio 1942 and Clase Azul Reposado. The dual-region agave blend, 24-to-28-month barrel aging, and its 2019 Tequila of the Year award at the NY International Spirits Competition support its placement in that bracket.

Why Cincoro Añejo?

The defining feature of Cincoro Añejo is its blend of valley and highland Jalisco agave — a dual-terroir approach that widens the flavor spectrum beyond what single-origin añejos typically deliver. That broader agave foundation is then shaped by nearly two and a half years in used bourbon barrels inside an underground cellar, where temperature stability allows gradual integration of oak, chocolate, and dried fruit. A 93-point rating from Distiller and the 2019 Tequila of the Year title at the New York International Spirits Competition confirm that the production method translates into a finished product that holds its own in a crowded premium field. In the 1.75L format, it becomes one of the more practical large-format añejos available for anyone who reaches for barrel-aged tequila on a regular basis.