Cutwater Extra Anejo Tequila

The Cutwater Extra Añejo Tequila is a premium, aged tequila produced by Cutwater Spirits, a distillery based in San Diego, California, though the tequila itself is crafted in Tequila, Mexico. Here's a breakdown of its key characteristics:  

Key Features:

• Type: Extra Añejo Tequila. This means it's aged for more than three years.   
• Agave Source: 100% Blue Weber Agave, slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens.   
• Production Process: Open fermentation and double distillation in "alambique" stills made of stainless steel and copper.   
• Aging: Aged for over three years in Cutwater whiskey barrels that are shipped from their San Diego distillery to Jalisco.   
• Bottling: Bottled in Jalisco, Mexico.   
• Label: Features a hand-drawn skull of a Rayador (Black Skimmer sea bird), inspired by classic Mexican folk imagery and a nod to the Cutwater name.   
• ABV: 40% (80 proof).   

Tasting Notes:

• Appearance: Rich mahogany hue.   
• Aroma: Deep notes of vanilla, caramel, and oak. Some also detect aromas of dried fruit.   
• Palate: Remarkably smooth with flavors of rich caramel, toasted oak, and a hint of spice. Subtle notes of dried fruit and dark chocolate may also be present.   
• Finish: Long and velvety, leaving a lingering sweetness balanced by the warmth of oak and a touch of vanilla.   

Overall Impression:

Cutwater Extra Añejo Tequila is considered a luxurious and complex tequila, showcasing the significant impact of extended aging in oak barrels. The use of Cutwater's own whiskey barrels adds a unique dimension to the flavor profile. It's best enjoyed neat in a snifter to fully appreciate its depth and complexity. Due to its extended aging, it is often considered a sipping tequila for connoisseurs.   

Awards:

While specific awards for the Extra Añejo expression were not prominent in the immediate search results, Cutwater Spirits and their tequilas have received recognition, including:

• Platinum Medal for their Blanco Tequila at the 2024 LA Spirits Awards.
• Gold Medal for their Añejo Tequila at the 2022 USA Spirits Ratings (where it was also named Tequila of the Year) and the 2023 LA Spirits Awards.   
• Silver Medal for their Reposado Tequila at the 2023 LA Spirits Awards.

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