El Mayor Anejo 750ML

El Mayor Anejo 750ML is a 100% Blue Weber Agave añejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) from the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. This multi-award-winning expression earned a Double Platinum at the 2024 ASCOT Awards and has collected Gold, Double Gold, and Platinum medals from the SIP Awards across multiple vintages, establishing it as one of the most consistently decorated añejos in its price tier.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Los Altos (Highlands), Jalisco, Mexico  |  Añejo (Aged 1–3 Years)  |  Distillery: Destiladora González Lux (NOM 1604)

Production & Heritage

Destiladora González Lux operates under NOM 1604 in the Highland region of Jalisco, where the González family has refined tequila production across four generations. El Mayor Añejo is double distilled in copper-lined pot stills using only three ingredients: Highland-grown 100% Blue Weber Agave, water, and a proprietary heirloom yeast strain passed down through the family. Master Distiller Rodolfo González oversees every stage from field to bottle, and that heirloom yeast — a living artifact of the family's heritage — contributes a distinctive fermentation character that separates El Mayor from brands relying on commercial yeast cultures.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich caramel leads the nose, followed by sweet tropical fruit and a layer of warm oak. Underneath, subtle herbal characteristics add complexity without crowding the agave.

Taste: The entry is notably smooth, opening into a medium-to-full body with chewy caramel and grilled tropical fruits at the center. Mid-palate, brown baking spices emerge alongside chocolate and toffee, while lightly sweet agave fruit weaves through each layer. The overall impression is generous and layered without veering into heaviness.

Finish: Long and rich, with honey, oak, and a thread of cream that slowly fades. A gentle smokiness lingers at the very end, balanced by residual agave sweetness.

How to Drink El Mayor Añejo

This añejo is best appreciated neat or with a single ice cube to gradually open the caramel and tropical fruit layers. A few drops of water can accentuate the herbal and chocolate notes hidden beneath the oak.

Old Fashioned: The toffee and brown spice profile mirrors the classic bourbon framework, making this a seamless swap with agave character as a bonus. Tequila Manhattan: Its full body and long finish stand up to sweet vermouth without being overwhelmed. Añejo Highball: The caramel and tropical notes pair cleanly with sparkling water and a citrus twist for a lighter warm-weather serve.

Best For

• Gifting a tequila enthusiast who values Highland agave character and verifiable awards
• After-dinner sipping alongside dark chocolate or dessert
• Introducing aged tequila to bourbon or Scotch drinkers exploring the category
• Building a premium tequila Old Fashioned for cocktail nights at home

Frequently Asked Questions

What does El Mayor Añejo taste like? El Mayor Añejo features rich caramel, grilled tropical fruit, and brown baking spices on a medium-to-full body, finishing with honey, oak, light smokiness, and a touch of cream.

How does El Mayor Añejo compare to Corralejo Añejo? Both are 100% Blue Weber Agave tequilas, but El Mayor Añejo is double distilled in copper-lined pot stills using a proprietary heirloom yeast strain, which contributes a distinctly rich caramel-and-tropical character. Corralejo Añejo is produced in the lowlands of Guanajuato using column and pot distillation, typically resulting in a more herbaceous and earthy profile compared to El Mayor's Highland fruit-forward sweetness.

Is El Mayor Añejo good for sipping neat? Yes — its smooth entry, layered mid-palate of caramel and chocolate, and long finish make it a strong neat sipper that does not require mixing to be enjoyed.

Where is El Mayor Añejo made? El Mayor Añejo is produced at Destiladora González Lux (NOM 1604) in the Los Altos Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, a sub-region known for producing agave with higher sugar content and sweeter, fruitier tequila profiles.

What foods pair well with El Mayor Añejo? Grilled pork with a mole glaze complements the chocolate and spice notes. Dark chocolate truffles echo the toffee finish. Aged Manchego or Gouda mirror the caramel richness. Grilled pineapple or mango desserts highlight the tropical fruit character. Pecan pie aligns naturally with the honey and brown spice profile.

What sizes does El Mayor Añejo come in? El Mayor Añejo is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle.

Is El Mayor Añejo worth the price? El Mayor Añejo positions as a value-driven añejo, delivering oak-aged complexity, heirloom yeast fermentation, and a cabinet full of awards — including a 2024 ASCOT Double Platinum — at a price point well below many comparable Highland añejos.

Why El Mayor Añejo?

The defining edge here is the González family's heirloom yeast — a proprietary strain maintained across four generations that gives El Mayor a fermentation fingerprint no competitor can replicate. That biological distinction, combined with double distillation in copper-lined pot stills and Highland-grown agave, produces a tequila that has earned recognition year after year: Gold at the 2007 San Francisco Spirits Competition, Gold at the 2017 SIP Awards, Double Platinum at the 2024 ASCOT Awards, and multiple Double Gold and Platinum medals from SIP between 2019 and 2022. In a category crowded with celebrity-backed labels and marketing-first brands, El Mayor Añejo wins on process, consistency, and independently verified quality.