Fortaleza Tequila Añejo

Name: Fortaleza Tequila Añejo
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750ml & 80 Proof

Fortaleza Tequila Añejo is a Tequila from the Fortaleza Tequila brand hailing from Mexico.

What is Fortaleza Tequila Añejo?

Fortaleza Tequila Añejo is a shining example of traditional tequila-making methods, produced using a tahona wheel to crush agave and copper pot stills for distillation. Interestingly, the brand's founder, Guillermo Sauza, initially sold his family's famous tequila business, only to later revive his great-great-grandfather's original distillery and techniques, creating Fortaleza as a tribute to his family's legacy and a return to authentic tequila craftsmanship.

Why do we love Fortaleza Tequila Añejo?

Fortaleza Tequila Añejo stands out for its traditional production methods, including the use of a tahona stone wheel to crush agave and copper pot stills for distillation, resulting in a rich, complex flavor profile. This small-batch tequila is aged for 18 months in American oak barrels, imparting subtle notes of vanilla and caramel while maintaining the agave's essence, making it a favorite among tequila connoisseurs who appreciate its artisanal quality and authentic taste.

How do you drink Fortaleza Tequila Añejo?

Fortaleza Tequila Añejo shines when sipped neat or with a large ice cube, allowing its complex flavors of vanilla, butterscotch, and cooked agave to unfold slowly on the palate. This luxurious spirit also excels in spirit-forward cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans, and pairs beautifully with rich, grilled meats or dark chocolate desserts, making it an ideal choice for cozy autumn evenings or special winter gatherings.

$108.99

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Nose: Warm agave nectar, toasted oak, and vanilla. Hints of butterscotch, cinnamon, and dried fruit. Light notes of black pepper and earth.

Palate: Rich and smooth. Cooked agave, caramel, and oak dominate. Layers of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and baking spices. Subtle citrus and herbal undertones.

Finish: Long and warming. Lingering notes of agave sweetness, oak tannins, and spice. Gentle pepper heat with a touch of vanilla and dried fruit on the fade.

Fortaleza Tequila Añejo is crafted using traditional methods, including cooking the agave in stone ovens, crushing it with a tahona wheel, and fermenting in wooden vats. The spirit is then double-distilled in small copper pot stills before aging for 18 months in American oak barrels, resulting in a rich, complex tequila that honors its artisanal roots.

Fortaleza Tequila Añejo is made using a 150-year-old tahona stone wheel to crush agave, a method so labor-intensive that it takes 25 times longer than modern industrial processes. This traditional technique contributes to its rich, complex flavor profile.

The copper pot stills used to distill Fortaleza Añejo were salvaged from an abandoned distillery and painstakingly restored by hand. These antique stills, over a century old, impart unique characteristics to the tequila that can't be replicated by modern equipment.

Fortaleza's iconic hand-blown blue bottles are crafted individually by local artisans in Jalisco, Mexico. Each bottle is slightly different, making every purchase a one-of-a-kind piece of functional art that doubles as a keepsake long after the tequila is gone.

Main Ingredient: 100% Blue Weber Agave
Country of Origin: Mexico