Sauza 100 Anos Anejo 750ML

Sauza 100 Anos Anejo 750ML is a 100% blue Weber agave añejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) and aged a minimum of 12 months in charred white oak barrels. Produced at Casa Sauza using a proprietary "gentle extraction" method that differentiates it from most tequila distilleries, this expression delivers a notably oak-forward profile at an accessible price point in the añejo category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Jalisco, Mexico  |  Añejo (12+ months aged)  |  Distillery: Casa Sauza (NOM 1102)

Production & Heritage

Casa Sauza, one of the oldest and most recognized tequila houses in Mexico, operates from the town of Tequila in Jalisco. The distillery employs what it calls "gentle extraction," a process in which juices are extracted from the agave piña before cooking — the reverse of the more traditional method used by most producers. The 100 Años Añejo is then aged for at least 12 months in medium-charred white oak barrels, which impart the caramel and vanilla character that defines the expression.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Medium oak wood leads, followed by vanilla and raisins with a faint citrus undercurrent. Mellow cooked agave and light nutmeg round out the nose.

Taste: The entry is smooth and sweet, with distinct oak wood arriving first on the palate. Mid-palate brings vanilla, raisins, and honey, building toward a gentle melon note at the peak. The agave backbone stays present throughout, lending structure beneath the barrel-driven sweetness.

Finish: Caramel and smoky notes linger at moderate length. The texture remains soft, with the charred oak providing a pleasant, toasty conclusion.

How to Drink 100 Años Añejo

Sipping neat or over a single large ice cube highlights the barrel character and lets the vanilla-oak interplay develop fully. The smooth, sweet profile also makes this a versatile cocktail añejo:

• Añejo Old Fashioned — the caramel and oak notes integrate seamlessly with agave syrup and Angostura bitters.
• Tequila Manhattan — vanilla and raisin flavors complement sweet vermouth without being overpowered.
• Oaxaca Old Fashioned (split base) — pair with a smoky mezcal to amplify the expression's own smoky finish.

Best For

• Exploring the añejo category without a steep investment
• Building a home bar with versatile, 100% agave tequilas
• Mixing barrel-aged tequila cocktails for a dinner party
• Introducing friends to sipping tequila beyond blanco and reposado

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 100 Años Añejo taste like? It leads with smooth oak and vanilla sweetness, followed by raisin and honey notes on the mid-palate, finishing with caramel and a touch of smoke. The overall impression is mellow and barrel-driven, with cooked agave providing a solid backbone.

How does 100 Años Añejo compare to Espolòn Añejo? Both are 100% blue agave añejos positioned in a similar value tier, but Espolòn tends toward brighter agave and spice notes, while 100 Años Añejo leans heavier into oak, vanilla, and caramel from its medium-charred barrels. Casa Sauza's gentle extraction process also yields a softer, sweeter agave character than Espolòn's more traditional production.

Is 100 Años Añejo good for sipping neat? Yes — its smooth, sweet oak profile and 40% ABV make it approachable for neat sipping, particularly for drinkers who enjoy barrel-forward flavors. It also performs well over ice if you prefer a slightly lighter experience.

Where is 100 Años Añejo made? It is produced at the Casa Sauza distillery (NOM 1102) in the town of Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico — one of the heartland regions of tequila production. Casa Sauza is one of the oldest tequila operations in the area.

What foods pair well with 100 Años Añejo? Grilled carne asada benefits from the smoky finish; mole negro mirrors the vanilla and raisin complexity; aged Manchego or Gouda echoes the barrel-driven sweetness; flan or churros complement the caramel notes; and dark chocolate with a high cacao percentage balances the oak tannins.

What sizes does 100 Años Añejo come in? The standard bottle is 750ml. Some markets may carry a 1L format, but the 750ml is the most widely available size.

Is 100 Años Añejo worth the price? It positions as an entry-level to mid-range añejo, competing directly with brands like Hornitos and Espolòn. For a 100% agave tequila aged over 12 months in charred oak, it represents solid value within the category, particularly for cocktail use and everyday sipping.

Why 100 Años Añejo?

What sets this expression apart is Casa Sauza's gentle extraction process, which cooks the agave juices after they have been separated from the piña — a reversal of the conventional method that produces a distinctly softer agave flavor. Combined with 12-plus months in medium-charred white oak, the result is an añejo that skews toward caramel richness and vanilla sweetness rather than earthy or herbal agave intensity. For drinkers who gravitate toward oak-driven profiles and want a 100% agave designation without a premium-tier price, 100 Años Añejo fills a specific and practical niche. It works equally well neat at the end of a meal or shaken into a barrel-aged cocktail.