Arette Artesanal Añejo Tequila – 80 Proof (40% ABV) | 700ml

Rich, traditionally crafted, and distinctly agave-forward, Arette Artesanal Añejo Tequila combines mature Blue Weber agave with extended American oak maturation. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 700ml bottle, this small-batch añejo delivers a balanced profile of cooked agave, oak, caramel, vanilla, nuts, fruit, and pepper while allowing the natural character of the agave to remain prominent.

Process & Aging

Produced at the historic El Llano Distillery (NOM 1109) in Tequila, Jalisco, Arette Artesanal Añejo is crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave sourced from the Tequila Valley.

The Artesanal line emphasizes traditional production methods. Mature agave piñas are slowly cooked for approximately 48 hours in stone and brick ovens before extraction with a roller mill. Fermentation takes place in open-air concrete tanks using native house yeast, followed by double distillation in pot stills with copper coils.

Following distillation, the Añejo undergoes extended maturation in American oak. The 700ml bottling is reported as aged for a minimum of approximately 20 months, developing additional richness while retaining its cooked-agave foundation.

Appearance

Pale amber to golden in appearance, reflecting its extended maturation in American oak.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Cooked agave and citrus are joined by exotic fruit, dried grass, vanilla, and subtle oak.

Palate: Smooth and layered with cooked agave, almonds, walnuts, vanilla, oak, and gentle fruit, balancing barrel richness with the natural character of the agave.

Finish: Long and elegant with lingering black pepper, vanilla, nuts, and mature agave.

What Makes It Special

Arette Artesanal Añejo stands apart through its combination of traditional production methods and extended barrel maturation.

Unlike Arette's Clásico range, the Artesanal line uses stone and brick ovens, open-air concrete fermentation, native yeast, and double distillation, creating a tequila designed to preserve a strong connection to its agave even after aging.

The añejo's extended time in American oak introduces caramel, vanilla, nuts, fruit, and spice without allowing the barrel to completely dominate the spirit. Arette's official international lineup describes the expression as maintaining a noticeable agave character despite its añejo maturation, with oak and caramel sweetness balanced by peppery spice.

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a tequila tasting glass to appreciate its balance of cooked agave and mature barrel character. Allow it several minutes to open after pouring to reveal additional layers of citrus, nuts, vanilla, caramel, oak, and pepper.

It can also be enjoyed over a large ice cube or used in an elevated Añejo Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of Arette Artesanal Añejo Tequila?
The 700ml expression is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).

Where is Arette Artesanal Añejo produced?
It is produced at El Llano Distillery (NOM 1109) in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.

What type of agave is used?
It is made from 100% Blue Weber agave sourced from the Tequila Valley.

How is the agave cooked?
The Artesanal line uses traditional stone and brick ovens, with the agave slowly cooked for approximately 48 hours.

How long is Arette Artesanal Añejo aged?
The 700ml expression is reported as spending a minimum of approximately 20 months in American oak.

What is the bottle size?
This expression comes in a 700ml bottle.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 700ml bottle of Arette Artesanal Añejo Tequila, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV). Available now on our website while supplies last.

Brand Story

Arette Tequila is produced by the Orendain family at the historic El Llano Distillery in Tequila, Jalisco. The brand's Artesanal collection reflects a particular focus on traditional tequila production, including slow oven cooking, natural open-air fermentation, and double distillation.

Arette Artesanal Añejo extends that philosophy into barrel maturation, allowing the tequila to develop richer oak, caramel, vanilla, and spice characteristics while preserving the cooked-agave character at its foundation. The result is a mature yet distinctly agave-driven expression of the Arette Artesanal style.