Añejo Bribón Tequila

The Bribón Añejo Tequila is the aged expression in the Bribón tequila lineup, offering a richer and more complex flavor profile developed through time spent in oak. Here’s a breakdown of its key characteristics:

Key Features:

• Type: Añejo Tequila, aged for 18 months in ex-Bourbon barrels.
• Agave Source: Made from fully matured 7-10 year old Blue Weber Agave, harvested by hand in Jalisco, Mexico.
• Production Process:
  • The agave piñas are cooked for 18 hours at 100°C.
  • Fermentation using a proprietary yeast strain developed by Don Roberto.
  • Double-distilled using a combination of copper pot stills and column distillation.
  • Aged in ex-Bourbon barrels for 18 months.
• ABV: 40% (80 proof).

Tasting Notes:

• Appearance: Amber liquid with bright highlights. Some describe it as dark amber.
• Aroma: Light and fresh aromas suggesting honeysuckle and a hint of pear. Subtle woody notes of oak and vanilla are also present. Some detect a distinctly fruity aroma suggesting fresh-cut apple.
• Palate: Soft, balanced, smooth, and creamy on the palate with notes of sweet pear and vanilla. Layers of toasted coconut and hints of fresh basil and thyme with gentle white pepper and a curl of lemon peel can also be found. Some describe a slightly sweet tone with a woody character.
• Finish: Gentle with white pepper and a curl of lemon peel.

Overall Impression:

Bribón Añejo is generally considered a sophisticated and approachable tequila with a good balance of sweet, fruity, and subtle spice notes from the extended aging in ex-Bourbon barrels. It’s recommended for sipping neat to appreciate its nuanced flavors.

Awards:

• Silver Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (April 2025).
• Best Añejo Tequila, 91 Points at the Gold San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge (February 2025).
• 89 Points & Best Buy from Wine Enthusiast (May 2019), noting a distinctly fruity aroma suggesting fresh-cut apple, soft waves of vanilla and agave nectar tinged with sweet spices, exiting with cinnamon and black pepper and an echo of apple.
• 91 Points from the Ultimate Beverage Challenge.

In summary, Bribón Añejo Tequila offers a smooth and complex experience with a blend of fruity, sweet, and subtle spice notes derived from its 18-month aging in ex-Bourbon barrels, making it a well-regarded añejo for sipping.

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