Description
The Fortaleza Aejo Tequilamasterclass in artisanal aging, delivering luxurious layers of caramel, butterscotch, cooked agave, and soft spice. With a rich, oily texture and complex finish, its a contemplative sipper rather than a mere cocktail component.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Stoneground and stoneovencooked Jalisco agave is fermented in openair wood vats, doubledistilled in copper pots, and aged 18months in American oakpreserving traditional tequila-making methods. Every step, from tahona crushing to handblown bottles, honors five generations of the Sauza familys legacy
Tasting Profile
Aroma & Flavor: Bold scents of caramel, vanilla, butterscotch, and cooked agave. Floral and fruit notespineapple, peach, orange blossom, nutmeg, and raisinemerge with time
Taste & Texture: Thick and oily, buttery yet balanced. Rich flavors of toffee, butterscotch, citrus, hazelnutsupported by subtle spice and oak
Finish: Long, lingering, with dry spice notes of cinnamon and nutty warmth
Cocktail & Serving Uses
This aejo is built for sippingneat or with a large ice cube, but its complexity also elevates spirit-forward cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Sazerac. Its nuanced sweetness also makes it a graceful pairing with dark chocolate or rich desserts.
Quick Overview
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Base | 100% estate-grown blue Weber agave from Jalisco, cooked in stone ovens |
| Production | Tahona-crushed, open-air fermentation, copper pot distillation |
| Aging | 18 months in American oak barrels |
| Flavor | Caramel, butterscotch, cooked agave, citrus, toffee, hazelnut, light spice |
| Texture | Thick, oily, mouth-coating |
| Proof | 80 (40% ABV) |
| Producer | Fortaleza (Los Abuelos Distillery, NOM 1493), Jalisco, Mexico |
Fortaleza Aejo isnt just a tequilaits a testament to craftsmanship and heritage. Perfect for those moments when you want to savor subtlety, complexity, and tradition in every sip.
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