Introduction:
Alma del Jaguar Añejo Tequila Apple Brandy Cask is a limited-edition expression in the brand’s Barricas Series, aged and finished in French oak casks that previously held Calvados—a traditional apple and pear brandy from Normandy, France. This unique barrel finish creates an elegant fusion of agave richness and orchard fruit complexity, offering a fresh perspective on aged tequila.

Agave Content:
Made from 100% mature Blue Weber Agave, estate-grown in the highlands (Los Altos) of Jalisco, Mexico.

Aroma and Flavor Profile:

• Aroma: Cooked agave, stewed apples, ripe pear, honey, warm vanilla, and soft baking spices. A fragrant and inviting nose reminiscent of spiced apple desserts.

• Flavor: Rich and layered with notes of agave, apple compote, cinnamon, caramel, nutmeg, and toasted French oak. The apple brandy cask influence enhances the tequila’s natural sweetness and adds subtle fruit complexity.

Mouthfeel:
Full-bodied and velvety, with a smooth, rounded texture. The palate carries richness from the agave and a warming spice from the oak. A long, balanced finish leaves lingering impressions of baked fruit and gentle wood spice.

Aging Process:
Initially aged as an Añejo, then finished in French oak casks that previously held Calvados apple brandy. The finishing period enhances the tequila with fruit-driven aromatics and depth, without overpowering its agave core.

Distillery and Production Details including NOM Designation:

• Distillery: Distilería El Viejito
• NOM: 1414
• Region: Los Altos, Jalisco, Mexico
• Cooking: Traditional brick ovens (54-hour slow cooking)
• Extraction: Roller mill
• Fermentation: Open-air fermentation with wild and cultivated yeasts
• Distillation: Double distilled in copper pot stills
• ABV: 44% (88 proof)

Farming Practices:
The agave is estate-grown in the highlands of Jalisco at high elevations, where cooler temperatures and mineral-rich soils enhance natural sweetness. The brand focuses on traditional, sustainable farming with careful attention to agave maturity and environmental stewardship.

Overall Impression:
Alma del Jaguar Añejo Apple Brandy Cask is a thoughtfully crafted tequila that highlights both agave tradition and innovative finishing. The Calvados casks add a refined fruitiness and soft spice, making it a standout for enthusiasts seeking complexity and elegance. Ideal for sipping neat or as a unique gift for connoisseurs, it’s a bold and balanced interpretation of aged tequila.