Herradura Ultra Anejo 750ML

Herradura Ultra Anejo 750ML is a cristalino-style tequila made from 100% Blue Weber agave, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof). This expression earned 95 points from Wine Enthusiast reviewer Kara Newman, placing it among the highest-rated cristalinos on the market. By blending aged añejo and extra añejo tequilas — with the extra añejo component aged up to 49 months — and then charcoal filtering to brilliant clarity, Herradura Ultra delivers the depth of a barrel-aged spirit in a visually striking, crystal-clear package.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico  |  Cristalino (Añejo/Extra Añejo Blend)  |  Distillery: Casa Herradura

Production & Heritage

Casa Herradura has been producing tequila in the town of Amatitán, in the lowlands of Jalisco, for over 150 years. Production follows a traditional process: blue Weber agave is slow-cooked in clay ovens, then naturally fermented using indigenous wild yeast strains before undergoing double distillation in copper pot stills. What separates the Ultra expression from the rest of the Herradura range is its cristalino finishing method — the añejo and extra añejo blend is charcoal-filtered to remove color while preserving the complexity developed during up to 49 months of aging in American white oak barrels. A touch of agave nectar is added to enhance the silky mouthfeel.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Cooked agave and caramel arrive first, followed by layers of vanilla, toasted oak, and a bright streak of citrus peel. There is a subtle tropical quality — hints of coconut and pineapple — that gives the nose unexpected lift.

Taste: The entry is smooth and honeyed, with roasted almonds and dried fruit developing across the mid-palate. Sweet baking spice and caramel deepen as it moves toward the peak, while the agave backbone remains present and grounding throughout.

Finish: Long and velvety, with vanilla and toasted oak lingering well after each sip. The overall impression is one of polished warmth rather than heat, closing with a gentle sweetness.

How to Drink Herradura Ultra

Herradura Ultra is designed primarily as a sipping tequila — pour it neat in a snifter or Riedel tequila glass to fully appreciate the layered nose. A single large ice cube opens up additional caramel and coconut notes without diluting the texture. For cocktails, the crystal-clear color and smooth body make it a natural fit: try it in an Old Fashioned, where its vanilla-oak depth replaces bourbon seamlessly; in a Paloma, where its sweetness balances grapefruit bitterness; or in a refined Margarita, where the agave nectar finish reduces the need for added sweetener.

Best For

• Celebrating milestones — the bottle's clear, premium presentation suits special occasions
• Gifting a tequila enthusiast who already owns the standard aged expressions
• After-dinner sipping alongside dessert, in place of a digestif
• Introducing aged-tequila complexity to someone who prefers lighter, cleaner spirits

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Herradura Ultra taste like? Herradura Ultra leads with honey, vanilla, and cooked agave, layered over roasted almonds, dried fruit, and sweet spice. The finish is long and velvety with lingering oak and caramel.

How does Herradura Ultra compare to Don Julio 1942? Both are premium celebration tequilas made from 100% Blue Weber agave, but Herradura Ultra is a cristalino — charcoal-filtered to remove color — while Don Julio 1942 is a traditional añejo that retains its golden hue. Herradura Ultra also incorporates extra añejo tequila aged up to 49 months, giving it a slightly deeper oak and vanilla profile compared to 1942's lighter butterscotch character.

Is Herradura Ultra good for sipping neat? Yes — the silky texture, low heat at 40% ABV, and complex vanilla-caramel profile make it an excellent neat sipper. The added touch of agave nectar contributes to a remarkably smooth mouthfeel that requires no dilution.

Where is Herradura Ultra made? Herradura Ultra is produced at the Casa Herradura distillery in Amatitán, a town in the lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico. The distillery sits within the official tequila denomination of origin and has operated at this location for over 150 years.

What foods pair well with Herradura Ultra? Dark chocolate truffles complement its caramel and vanilla sweetness. Grilled stone fruit with honey mirrors the dried-fruit notes on the palate. Aged Manchego cheese provides a savory counterpoint to the oak and spice. Flan or crème brûlée echo the custard-like richness of the finish. Mole-rubbed poultry stands up to the tequila's depth without overpowering its agave core.

What sizes does Herradura Ultra come in? Herradura Ultra is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Herradura Ultra worth the price? Herradura Ultra positions as a premium cristalino expression, sitting above the distillery's standard añejo and reposado but below ultra-luxury limited releases. Its 95-point Wine Enthusiast rating and inclusion of extra añejo tequila aged up to 49 months provide strong value within its price tier.

Why Herradura Ultra?

The defining achievement of Herradura Ultra is its ability to deliver up to 49 months of barrel character — deep vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, dried fruit — while presenting as a crystal-clear spirit. Casa Herradura's use of clay-oven cooking, wild-yeast fermentation, and copper pot still distillation gives this tequila an artisanal foundation that the cristalino filtering process refines rather than erases. A 95-point score from Wine Enthusiast confirms it competes at the top of its category. For drinkers who appreciate the richness of extra añejo tequila but want the visual elegance and lighter mouthfeel of a blanco, Herradura Ultra occupies a rare and compelling middle ground.