Dos Artes Anejo 1L

Dos Artes Anejo 1L is a 100% Blue Weber agave añejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV in a hand-painted ceramic bottle. Produced at the Casa Tres Mujeres distillery in the heartland of Jalisco's tequila country, this expression stands out for its double pot-still distillation and distinctive collectible presentation. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico  |  Añejo  |  Distillery: Casa Tres Mujeres (NOM 1466) Production & Heritage Casa Tres Mujeres operates under NOM 1466 in Amatitán, a town in the Tequila Valley of Jalisco long recognized as a cradle of tequila production. Blue Weber agave piñas are cooked in autoclaves before juice extraction via roll mill, then fermented using a hybrid approach that reportedly incorporates classical music played during the fermentation stage — a technique the distillery credits with influencing yeast activity. The liquid is double-distilled in traditional alambique copper pot stills, then rested in oak barrels for the legally required minimum of one year to earn its añejo designation. Each ceramic bottle is individually hand-painted by Mexican artisans, making every piece distinct. Tasting Notes Aroma: Caramel and vanilla arrive first, followed by warm toffee and a subtle floral sweetness. A gentle cooked agave note lingers beneath the dessert-like aromatics. Taste: The entry is smooth and noticeably sweet, led by vanilla and caramel. At mid-palate, cooked agave emerges alongside a layered oak structure that adds depth without bitterness. Hints of baked fruit surface between the sweetness and a light peppery warmth. Finish: Medium in length with a soft, rounded texture. Vanilla and toffee persist gently, tapering into a mild oak dryness. How to Drink Dos Artes Añejo The caramel-forward sweetness and smooth body make this añejo well-suited to sipping neat at room temperature or with a single large ice cube, which opens the agave character as it dilutes. In an Old Fashioned, the toffee and vanilla complement a light agave-syrup sweetener and a few dashes of mole bitters. A Tequila Manhattan benefits from the dessert-like richness, pairing naturally with sweet vermouth. For a twist on a Paloma Negra, the oak backbone holds up to dark grapefruit soda and a squeeze of charred lime. Best For Gift-giving to tequila collectors drawn to artisan presentation After-dinner sipping alongside a dessert course Adding a conversation piece to a home bar display Introducing agave newcomers to the añejo category through an approachable, sweet-leaning profile Frequently Asked Questions What does Dos Artes Añejo taste like? It leads with pronounced caramel, vanilla, and toffee sweetness, supported by cooked agave and moderate oak influence. The overall profile is smooth, dessert-forward, and low in heat. How does Dos Artes Añejo compare to Clase Azul Reposado? Both brands are known for hand-painted ceramic bottles and sweet, vanilla-driven flavor profiles. However, Dos Artes Añejo carries deeper oak complexity from its longer aging period — añejo requires a minimum of one year in barrel versus the shorter two-to-eight-month rest of a reposado. Is Dos Artes Añejo good for sipping neat? Yes — its smooth body, low proof of 40% ABV, and sweet caramel-vanilla character make it one of the more approachable añejos for neat sipping, especially for drinkers who prefer a gentler, less agave-forward style. Where is Dos Artes Añejo made? It is produced at the Casa Tres Mujeres distillery (NOM 1466) in Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico, a town situated in the Tequila Valley northwest of Guadalajara. What foods pair well with Dos Artes Añejo? Dark chocolate truffles mirror its toffee sweetness. Flan or crème brûlée echo the caramel and vanilla notes. Grilled pork with a mole sauce bridges the oak and cooked agave character. Aged Manchego or Gouda cheeses match the creamy texture and moderate richness. What sizes does Dos Artes Añejo come in? The standard release reviewed here is a 1-liter (1L) ceramic bottle; a 750ml format may also be available depending on market. Is Dos Artes Añejo worth the price? It positions in the premium añejo tier, where much of the value lies in both the liquid and the hand-painted ceramic packaging. Buyers seeking a collectible presentation alongside a sweet, easy-drinking añejo will find justification in the combination; those prioritizing aggressive agave character may want to look elsewhere. Why Dos Artes Añejo? What separates this añejo from a crowded shelf is the intersection of traditional pot-still distillation at a legacy Jalisco facility and the artisan ceramic bottle that doubles as a display piece long after the tequila is gone. The use of classical music during fermentation, while unconventional, reflects a distillery willing to experiment within otherwise time-honored methods. The flavor profile leans heavily into dessert territory — caramel, vanilla, toffee — which polarizes purists but genuinely appeals to drinkers who prize smoothness and sweetness in their agave spirits. For a 1L format, the added volume compared to a standard 750ml further strengthens the value proposition in the premium añejo segment.