Celaya Añejo Tequila 750mL

100% Blue Weber Agave | Añejo Tequila | Jalisco, Mexico | Aged 12 Months in Ex-Bourbon Oak Casks | 40% ABV / 80 Proof | 750mL

Celaya Añejo takes the brand's agave-forward foundation in a richer, barrel-aged direction. A year in retired bourbon casks brings warm oak and spice into balance with honeyed vanilla and citrus, creating a tequila suited to a slow pour at the end of a meal. It offers an inviting starting point for whiskey drinkers interested in exploring aged agave spirits.

The Celaya process begins with an equal mix of Blue Weber agave from Jalisco's highland and lowland growing regions. The agave is divided between autoclave cooking and traditional brick ovens, with the latter taking up to 54 hours. After extraction, the juice ferments with naturally occurring yeast for up to 60 hours and is distilled twice.

For this expression, 12 months of oak maturation add depth to that foundation. The brand's family story traces back to Jose Celaya and his homemade tequila on a Sonora ranch in the late 1800s; today's tequila is produced in Jalisco. Bottled at 80 proof, the añejo offers a softer entry into oak-aged tequila while retaining a distinctive agave identity.

• Nose: Honeyed vanilla and citrus introduce a warm, oak-accented profile.
• Palate: Sweet agave meets pronounced barrel spice, with vanilla rounding out the wood influence.
• Finish: A soft, warming impression of wood and spice, with lingering agave sweetness.

• One year in retired bourbon casks:12 months of maturation give this expression a deeper barrel-led character.
• Highland and lowland agave: An equal mix brings together two Jalisco growing regions in one tequila.
• Two cooking methods: Celaya combines autoclave cooking with traditional brick-oven production.
• Patient fermentation and double distillation: A deliberate production sequence supports the brand's layered style.
• 100% agave at 80 proof: A versatile strength for sipping and spirit-forward cocktails.

Start with a small neat pour in a tulip-shaped tasting glass. Let it rest briefly, then return to the aroma before tasting again. For a cooler serve, use one large ice cube and explore how a little dilution changes the balance of agave, citrus and oak.

Celaya Añejo also makes a satisfying tequila Old Fashioned: stir with a restrained amount of agave syrup and bitters, then garnish with orange peel. As a pairing suggestion, try roasted nuts, grilled dishes or a small square of dark chocolate. Keep the accompaniment simple when you want to focus on the tequila itself.

1. How long is Celaya Añejo aged?
Celaya ages its añejo for 12 months in oak casks previously used for bourbon. That maturation gives it a more pronounced barrel influence than the younger expressions in the range.

2. Is Celaya Añejo made from 100% agave?
Yes. It is made from Blue Weber agave, with an equal mix sourced from the highland and lowland regions of Jalisco, Mexico.

3. How does it compare with Celaya Reposado?
The maker lists three months of barrel aging for the reposado and 12 months for the añejo. Choose the añejo when you want a more developed oak-and-spice profile alongside the agave.

4. What is the bottle size and alcohol strength?
This listing is for a 750mL bottle at 40% ABV, equivalent to 80 proof. It can be enjoyed neat, over a large cube or in a spirit-forward cocktail.

5. Where can I buy Celaya Añejo Tequila?
Shop Celaya Añejo Tequila at The Barrel Tap. Check the listing for current stock and delivery options available for your location.