{"product_id":"espolon-extra-anejo-750ml","title":"Espolon Extra Anejo 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEspolòn Extra Añejo Tequila 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 100% Blue Weber agave extra añejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) after a minimum of three years in American oak barrels. This extended maturation places it among the most age-intensive expressions in the Espolòn lineup, yielding a depth and barrel influence that moves well beyond the brand's core añejo.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Los Altos (Highlands), Jalisco, Mexico  |  Extra Añejo (3+ Years)  |  Distillery: Destiladora San Nicolás\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEspolòn is produced at Destiladora San Nicolás in Arandas, a town in Jalisco's Los Altos highlands known for iron-rich, clay soils that yield sweeter, more fruit-forward agave. The brand, created under the guidance of Master Distiller Cirilo Oropeza, is now owned by the Campari Group. Blue Weber agave piñas are slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens (hornos), then crushed, fermented, and double-distilled before entering ex-bourbon American oak barrels for a minimum of three years — the legal threshold for Mexico's extra añejo classification. The prolonged barrel contact imparts layers of wood-driven complexity while the highland agave backbone remains intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opens with butterscotch and vanilla, followed by roasted agave and toasted oak. A secondary wave brings dried apricot and a whisper of cinnamon bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is rich with dark caramel and cooked agave sweetness that transitions into bittersweet chocolate and baking spices at mid-palate. Tobacco leaf and a touch of dried fruit emerge as the oak influence deepens.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with lingering notes of espresso, vanilla, and charred oak. The agave sweetness returns gently on the tail, keeping the finish balanced rather than solely barrel-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Espolòn Extra Añejo\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBest appreciated neat in a Glencairn or snifter at room temperature, which allows the three-plus years of barrel character to fully express. A single large ice cube can tame the oak tannins and open up brighter agave notes. For cocktails, consider an \u003cstrong\u003eAñejo Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the tequila's caramel and chocolate notes replace bourbon seamlessly; a \u003cstrong\u003eTequila Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, pairing its oak depth with sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters; or a \u003cstrong\u003eOaxacan Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e variation with a barspoon of mezcal to accentuate the roasted agave character.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a tequila enthusiast exploring the extra añejo category\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dark chocolate or a cigar\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing whiskey drinkers to barrel-aged tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a tequila flight from Espolòn Blanco through Extra Añejo\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Espolòn Extra Añejo taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with dark caramel, butterscotch, and roasted agave, moving into bittersweet chocolate and baking spices with a long, oaky finish. The highland agave sweetness persists throughout, balancing the barrel influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Espolòn Extra Añejo compare to Herradura Extra Añejo?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are highland-origin extra añejos, but Herradura uses a longer fermentation process and proprietary yeast strains, resulting in a more fruit-forward profile. Espolòn Extra Añejo tends toward chocolate and caramel with a drier oak character, and it generally sits at a lower price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Espolòn Extra Añejo good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the three-plus years of barrel aging produce enough complexity and smoothness to reward slow, undiluted sipping. It drinks closer to a well-aged whiskey than a typical tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Espolòn Extra Añejo made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at Destiladora San Nicolás in Arandas, located in the Los Altos (Highlands) region of Jalisco, Mexico. The highlands sit above 2,000 meters in elevation, producing agave with higher sugar content.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Espolòn Extra Añejo?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement its cocoa and caramel tones; grilled short ribs echo the charred oak notes; aged Manchego or Gouda match its butterscotch richness; mole negro mirrors its deep spice profile; and pecan pie echoes the nutty, caramelized sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Espolòn Extra Añejo come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Espolòn Extra Añejo worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a mid-premium extra añejo, delivering three-plus years of aging at a price point that undercuts many competitors carrying similar age statements. For the category, it represents strong value relative to its maturation level.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Espolòn Extra Añejo?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra añejo category demands patience — three full years minimum in barrel — and Espolòn delivers that maturation without the steep pricing that often accompanies the classification. The combination of highland-grown agave, traditional brick-oven cooking, and extended aging in ex-bourbon American oak produces a tequila that genuinely competes with aged whiskeys for after-dinner attention. Under Cirilo Oropeza's direction, the distillery has maintained consistency across a rapidly growing portfolio, and the Extra Añejo stands as the most ambitious expression in the range. For drinkers who want barrel complexity without losing the agave entirely, this bottling strikes that balance with uncommon discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Espolòn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47256185110697,"sku":"42392","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/espol-n-espolon-extra-anejo-750ml-bottle.webp?v=1783795192","url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/espolon-extra-anejo-750ml","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}