Distiller Notes
Tequila Herradura Legend is a unique Añejo tequila aged in new, heavily charred and grooved American White Oak barrels. Made from the finest 100% blue agave, naturally fermented, distilled and then matured for 14 months in heavily charred, new American White Oak barrels. These special barrels have been deeply grooved, exposing the tequila to more layers of toasted oak, as it patiently ages resulting in a special Añejo tequila with an incredibly rich, deep color and a luxurious and velvety smooth taste.
An intense deep amber color. Rich aromas of oak, dried fruit, citrus, vanilla, caramel, and roasted agave that harmonize with hints of smokiness and spice. Well-rounded with intense flavors of toasted oak,dried fruit, citrus, vanilla and caramel, balanced with notes of spice and sweet roasted agave. The finish is smooth and long-lasting.
Because of their great complexity, Anejo Tequilas are most often used as a substitute for Brandy or Whiskey in cocktails like the Manhattan or Old Fashioned. Anejo Tequilas must be aged in oak barrels for between one and three years, while Extra Anejo refers to any Tequila aged longer than three years. The prolonged contact with the oak barrel allows the wood to make a much stronger impression on the Tequila by adding toffee, caramel and vanilla to the sweet, spicy agave flavor profile.