Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo 750ML

Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo 750ML is a 100% blue Weber agave extra añejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml format. Rated 94 by Tequila.net, this expression distinguishes itself through extended aging in a combination of American and French oak barrels, producing a layered profile of spice, tobacco, and caramelized agave.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Jalisco, Mexico  |  Extra Añejo (Minimum 3 Years)  |  Distillery: Proveedora y Procesadora de Agave Tres Hermanos

Production & Heritage

Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo is distilled from 100% blue Weber agave at Proveedora y Procesadora de Agave Tres Hermanos in Jalisco, Mexico — the heartland of tequila production. The liquid is aged for up to five years in a combination of American and French oak barrels, a dual-barrel approach that layers the sweetness and vanilla character of American oak with the tighter grain and tannic structure of French oak. This extended maturation well beyond the three-year minimum required for the extra añejo classification gives the tequila its deep gold color and substantial body.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with pronounced baking spice — nutmeg and allspice at the forefront — before shifting into caramelized roasted agave and vanilla. Behind those bakery-like aromatics, subtle notes of fine leather add depth and complexity.

Taste: On entry, the rich body coats the palate with agave oils, delivering an immediate sense of weight and viscosity. The mid-palate develops balanced notes of black pepper, wood smoke, and tobacco. Ripe fruit and mellow oak emerge toward the peak, rounding out the flavor arc without overwhelming the agave core.

Finish: The finish is crisp and refined, with lingering earth tones and a subtle smoky warmth. It trails off cleanly, leaving behind traces of vanilla and dried spice that quietly persist.

How to Drink Casino Azul Anejo

This extra añejo is built for sipping neat at room temperature, where the full spectrum of oak-influenced flavors can express themselves. A single large ice cube will open up additional fruit sweetness without dulling the spice. For cocktail applications, consider an Añejo Old Fashioned, where the tequila's tobacco and baking spice notes stand in beautifully for bourbon; a Tequila Manhattan, where the French oak tannins mirror the structure traditionally provided by rye whiskey; or a Oaxacan Dead Reviver, where the smoke and earth tones complement mezcal-based riffs.

Best For

• Gifting a tequila enthusiast who appreciates aged, sipping-quality expressions
• After-dinner contemplation alongside a fine cigar
• Adding a centerpiece bottle to an agave spirits collection
• Hosting a comparative tasting of extra añejo tequilas

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Casino Azul Anejo taste like? Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo delivers a rich, full-bodied profile dominated by caramelized agave, baking spice, black pepper, and tobacco, with mellow oak and ripe fruit rounding out the palate.

How does Casino Azul Anejo compare to Clase Azul Añejo? Both are ultra-premium 100% blue agave extra añejos from Jalisco, but Casino Azul leans into a spicier, more tobacco-driven profile from its dual American and French oak aging, while Clase Azul Añejo tends toward sweeter vanilla and butterscotch notes from its 25 months in American oak. Casino Azul's extended aging of up to five years also gives it a notably drier, more tannic structure.

Is Casino Azul Anejo good for sipping neat? Absolutely — the extended oak aging and 40% ABV make it smooth and complex enough to drink neat without any dilution. The rich mouthfeel and layered spice reward slow, deliberate sipping.

Where is Casino Azul Anejo made? Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo is produced at Proveedora y Procesadora de Agave Tres Hermanos, located in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. Jalisco is the primary appellation for tequila production and home to the most recognized distilleries in the category.

What foods pair well with Casino Azul Anejo? Dark chocolate truffles complement the tequila's vanilla and spice; slow-smoked brisket mirrors its tobacco and smoke notes; aged Manchego cheese echoes the nutty oak character; mole negro shares its deep, complex spice profile; and grilled stone fruit like peaches brings out the ripe fruit undertones on the palate.

What sizes does Casino Azul Anejo come in? Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is Casino Azul Anejo worth the price? Casino Azul Extra Ultra Premium Anejo positions itself in the ultra-premium tequila tier, competing with brands like Clase Azul and Don Julio 1942. Its extended aging in dual oak types and 94-point Tequila.net rating suggest strong value within that competitive set for drinkers seeking oak-forward complexity.

Why Casino Azul Anejo?

The combination of American and French oak aging is uncommon in the extra añejo category, where most producers rely exclusively on American white oak. That dual-barrel maturation gives Casino Azul a tannic backbone and spice complexity rarely found at this level. The 94-point rating from Tequila.net reflects a tequila that has earned critical respect beyond its striking presentation. For drinkers who want an extra añejo with more structure and less sweetness than many competitors in the ultra-premium space, this expression delivers on substance.