{"title":"REPOSADO TEQUILA","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #EFD89F;   \/* pale gold\/cream label — extracted from Casamigos Reposado (IMG 18aad733) *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #F2B237;   \/* power color — bright reposado gold (the rested spirit), extracted *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #341D0C;   \/* deep lowlight — dark cork-brown *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eReposado — Spanish for \"rested\" — is blanco tequila that has spent time in oak: a minimum of two months and under a year, after which it would become añejo. Those months turn the spirit gold and add vanilla, caramel and gentle spice while the agave still leads. A defining detail is that reposado can rest in oak of any size, from small barrels to large vats, where añejo is capped at 600-litre barrels. This is the home for reposado in the vault; for the tiers on either side, see our blanco and añejo pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eWhat Reposado Is\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\"rested\"\u003c\/strong\u003e tier — blanco that has been \u003cstrong\u003eaged in oak\u003c\/strong\u003e before bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 months to under a year\u003c\/strong\u003e in oak; past a year (in ≤600 L barrels) it becomes añejo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOak of \u003cstrong\u003eany size\u003c\/strong\u003e is allowed — small barrels up to large vats — unlike añejo's 600 L cap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMost often \u003cstrong\u003eex-bourbon American oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, though any oak, new or used, is permitted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden\u003c\/strong\u003e in colour; agave still leads, with vanilla, caramel and light spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% agave\u003c\/strong\u003e reposado is additive-free; bottled around \u003cstrong\u003e40% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e (NOM range 35–55%).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eThe Rest in Oak\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEvery reposado starts as blanco, then goes into oak for a minimum of two months and under a year. The wood does the work: it pulls the spirit from clear to gold and lends vanilla, caramel and a little spice, while rounding off the sharper edges of fresh agave. Reposado's freedom is the barrel — it can rest in oak of any size, from a ~200-litre ex-bourbon barrel to a large vat — whereas añejo must use barrels no bigger than 600 litres. Ex-bourbon American oak is the common choice, but new or French oak is allowed too, which is why two reposados can taste quite different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eHow It Drinks\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eReposado is the middle ground: agave up front, then vanilla, caramel and gentle baking spice from the wood, with a rounder feel than blanco but without añejo's deeper oak and tobacco. That balance makes it the versatile one — good neat, and a fuller base for a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/best-sellers\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003emargarita or paloma\u003c\/a\u003e than an unaged pour. Compare the bright \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blanco-tequila\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eunaged expression\u003c\/a\u003e and the long-aged \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eañejo\u003c\/a\u003e to taste what the barrel adds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTequila by Age \u0026amp; Agave Content\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:6px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eBy aging\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlanco \/ Plata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnaged or rested under 2 months; clear, agave-forward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReposado\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOak 2 months–1 year; golden, mellow, vanilla and spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAñejo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOak 1–3 years; amber, caramel, wood, tobacco — for sipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra Añejo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOak over 3 years; deep and concentrated; the newest tier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eBy agave content\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% agave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll sugars from blue Weber agave; distilled and bottled in Mexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMixto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt least 51% agave plus up to 49% other sugars (often cane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:18px; font-size:0.9rem; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eBrowse tequila by age — \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blanco-tequila\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eblanco\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/reposado-tequila\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ereposado\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eañejo\u003c\/a\u003e — or see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/best-sellers\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour best sellers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eReposado's interest sits less with age and more with the maker's hand on the barrel — additive-free, 100% agave bottlings, single-estate or tahona-milled spirit, and cask choices that range from ex-bourbon to virgin oak. Because the oak window is short, the agave is still very much present, so the distillery's source and method show clearly. As with any spirit, the marks worth checking are \"100% agave\" and a NOM number, and condition matters: store bottles upright, cool and out of direct light. Note that a bottled reposado does not keep aging — wood contact ends at bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow Reposado Is Aged\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eReposado is a finished blanco that is rested in oak rather than bottled clear. The distillery fills oak or holm-oak containers and lets the spirit sit in direct contact with the wood for at least two months and under a year; cross a year in barrels of 600 litres or less and the same spirit would legally be añejo. Inside the wood, the spirit softens, takes on colour and draws vanilla, caramel and spice compounds from the oak — and, in warm Jalisco warehouses, gives up some volume to evaporation, the \"angel's share.\" Crucially, the NOM allows reposado to use oak of any size, so a producer can choose a small ex-bourbon barrel for more wood influence or a large vat for a lighter touch. The CRT certifies the result against the NOM-006 standard, and the bottle carries a NOM number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery bottle sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authorized, authentic retailer, vault-stored and insured under controlled conditions, shipped with protective handling and age-verified 21-and-over signature on delivery, and authenticated by our concierge before it ships — including a check that each tequila carries a NOM number and, where stated, the \"100% agave\" mark. For the details, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we verify provenance\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour vault storage and concierge\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour shipping and handling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"reposado\" mean, and how long is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Reposado\" is Spanish for \"rested.\" Under Mexico's NOM-006 standard it must spend a minimum of two months — and under a year — in direct contact with oak; past twelve months in barrels of 600 litres or less it becomes añejo. Every reposado begins as a blanco, and even a couple of months in wood shifts it from clear to gold and softens the sharper agave notes. A distinctive point: reposado can be rested in oak of any size, from small barrels up to large vats, whereas añejo and extra añejo must use barrels no larger than 600 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does reposado differ from blanco and añejo in taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReposado keeps blanco's agave core but gains character from the wood — vanilla, caramel, gentle baking spice and a rounder, softer edge — without the heavier oak, tobacco and dried-fruit notes that a year or more gives añejo. It's most often matured in ex-bourbon American oak, though the rules allow any oak, new or used. That middle-ground balance makes it versatile: it sips well neat and makes a rounder base for a margarita or paloma than an unaged blanco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"CollectionPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/reposado-tequila#collectionpage\",\n      \"name\": \"Reposado Tequila\",\n      \"description\": \"Reposado tequila — the \\\"rested\\\" tier, a blanco aged in oak for a minimum of two months and under a year (past a year in barrels of 600 litres or less it becomes añejo). 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It is presented in the brand's hand-painted ceramic decanter, individually crafted by artisans in Santa María Canchesdá.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e100% Blue Weber agave harvested from the high-elevation Los Altos de Jalisco highlands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRested for approximately eight months within premium casks previously utilized for aging American whiskey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBottled cleanly at 40% ABV (80 proof) after traditional double-distillation in copper pot stills and an intensive triple-filtration process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePresented inside an iconic hand-painted ceramic decanter featuring custom cobalt-blue feathered style ornamentation and a polished silver-finish domed cap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBehaves as the flagship hallmark of the distillery, defining the style profile for luxury reposados globally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked agave and rich vanilla, developed alongside candied orange peel, American oak wood, and a touch of sweet cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy caramel and smooth butterscotch leading into sweet vanilla bean and roasted hazelnut, balanced with gentle baking spices over a roasted agave foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warm, and oak-driven, dropping into a soft closing fade of vanilla, cinnamon, and subtle oak character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eClase Azul established its status on the unique properties of this sweet, dessert-leaning reposado rather than on unaged formats. The masterfully executed artisan decanter commands equal significance to the liquid inside. Within the portfolio progression, it acts as the vital transition link above \u003ca href=\"\/products\/clase-azul-plata\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe un-aged Plata profile\u003c\/a\u003e and beneath \u003ca href=\"\/products\/clase-azul-anejo\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe complex, longer-aged Añejo expression\u003c\/a\u003e highlighted on \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour verified tequila shelf\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClase Azul México\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReposado Tequila\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgave Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Blue Weber Agave (Los Altos Estate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRested ~8 Months in selected ex–American Whiskey Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooking Regimen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow-roasted via traditional brick and stone clay ovens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillation Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-distilled utilizing copper pot still setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeticulous triple-filtration sequence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDecanter Art\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-thrown ceramic vessel; hand-painted cobalt-blue ornamentation (Santa María Canchesdá)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory Mark (NOM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1416 \/ 1595 [Verify specific batch code on your bottle base]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml [Standard US market format]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMexico (Jalisco)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe signature blue-and-white Talavera-style decanter stands as the heart of Clase Azul’s visual identity. Every vessel is individually molded, glazed, and painted by hand by native Mazahua artisans in Santa María Canchesdá, requiring up to two weeks of craftsmanship. Because of the manual application, every single bottle exhibits individual stroke variances. Production windows transitioned over time from historical partner facility NOM 1416 to the dedicated estate facility NOM 1595 — check your specific base stamp to map its distillation asset generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eCrafting this reposado begins with hand-selecting ultra-mature agave piñas. The hearts undergo an extended 72-hour steam-softening bake in masonry brick ovens to naturally optimize fermentable sugar conversion. Following extraction and stainless-steel fermentation using a proprietary house yeast strain, the liquid undergoes double copper distillation. The spirit is aged for eight months in first-fill American whiskey casks before finalizing a triple-filtration sequence that achieves its famous velvety texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eHow long is Clase Azul Reposado aged, and what is it aged in?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eClase Azul Reposado is rested for approximately eight months within selected casks that previously held American whiskey. This aging window allows the wood to pass strong properties of natural vanilla, sweet caramel, and warm baking spices into the underlying cooked highland agave distillate profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eWhat makes the Clase Azul Reposado bottle completely unique?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eEach bottle is a standalone work of fine Mexican ceramic art. Hand-thrown and painted using custom cobalt-blue paints by localized artisans in Santa María Canchesdá, no two decanters display completely identical detailing. The unit is crowned with a distinctive metallic cap that echoes regional musical properties when tapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/clase-azul-reposado#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Clase Azul Reposado Tequila\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/clase-azul-reposado.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"Clase Azul Reposado is a 100% Blue Weber agave reposado tequila from Clase Azul Mexico, rested about eight months in ex-American whiskey casks and bottled at 40% ABV, presented in a hand-painted ceramic decanter handcrafted in Santa Maria Canchesda.\",\n      \"sku\": \"0850014275099\",\n      \"mpn\": \"0850014275099\",\n      \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Clase Azul\" },\n      \"category\": \"Reposado Tequila\",\n      \"offers\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n        \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/clase-azul-reposado#offer\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/clase-azul-reposado\",\n        \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n        \"price\": \"154.95\",\n        \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n        \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/NewCondition\",\n        \"seller\": { \"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Midnight Whiskey\" }\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/clase-azul-reposado#breadcrumb\",\n      \"itemListElement\": [\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Tequila\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/tequila\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Clase Azul Reposado\" }\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/clase-azul-reposado#faq\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"How long is Clase Azul Reposado aged, and what is it aged in?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Clase Azul Reposado is rested about eight months, the minimum for the expression, in casks that previously held American whiskey, which contribute vanilla, caramel, and light baking-spice character. 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INTRO \u0026 THE STRUCTURAL MIDPOINT --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eTequila Fortaleza Reposado\u003c\/span\u003e is the most widely sought-after expression in the NOM 1493 portfolio. Serving as the structural bridge between the raw intensity of the Blanco and the deep oak integration of the Añejo, this Reposado rests for approximately eight months in used American whiskey barrels. By utilizing traditional 19th-century methods, Fortaleza ensures that the developing notes of vanilla and caramel enhance—rather than obscure—the estate's signature cooked-agave foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 8-MONTH DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Reposado Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged long enough to achieve a velvety texture but bottled early enough to preserve volcanic minerality, Fortaleza Reposado is a masterclass in additive-free barrel management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisanal Slow-Roasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Estate-grown agaves are cooked in traditional stone ovens to develop deep, buttery sugars before extraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTahona Crushed:\u003c\/strong\u003e The use of a volcanic stone roller wheel preserves the agave's natural oils, contributing to a luxuriously oily mouthfeel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsed Whiskey Barrels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maturation in American oak imparts soft baking spices and citrus notes that marry perfectly with the herbal soul of the Tequila Valley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant cooked agave, vanilla, and caramel. Developing layers of light oak, citrus, and sage with a sophisticated buttery finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied with an oily, coating texture. Entry notes of warm agave and caramel transition into mid-palate layers of citrus, apple, and soft baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and rich. A persistent closing of lingering vanilla and earthy agave with a signature mineral-salty resonance that defines the Fortaleza house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Industry Reference\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eFortaleza Reposado is the consensus reference for \"Lowlands\" aged agave. While \"Highlands\" reposados like El Tesoro or G4 lean into floral sweetness, Fortaleza offers the earthy, mineral, and citrus-forward complexity of the town of Tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a67c52; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The perfect equilibrium of wood integration and agave purity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDestilería La Fortaleza, Jalisco (NOM 1493)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReposado Tequila (Additive-Free)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtraction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Tahona (Volcanic Stone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~8 Months in American Oak (Used Whiskey)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFermentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-Air Wooden Tanks (Native Yeast)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 Proof \/ 40% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortaleza Reposado remains the most heavily allocated expression in the core vertical, with global demand consistently outstripping the distillery's limited tahona-based production. It is a mandatory acquisition for those seeking the complete NOM 1493 narrative. Collectors prioritize this bottling for its technical balance, often citing it as the \"sweet spot\" of the estate's lineup. Every bottle features the signature hand-blown glass and hand-painted agave piña cap, making each unit a unique artisanal object. Provenance is strictly verified to ensure the highest standard for the luxury secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the marriage of oak and agave, enjoy this Reposado \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a copita or tequila snifter\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. Its structural weight also makes it the premier choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eTequila Old Fashioned or Reposado Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the barrel character carries beautifully against bitters and vermouth. This is a contemplative sipping spirit designed for the agave purist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fortaleza","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45111195009058,"sku":null,"price":189.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/midnight-whiskey-tequila-fortaleza-reposado-nom-1493-front-label.jpg?v=1779913570"},{"product_id":"fortaleza-reposado-winter-blend-2025","title":"Tequila Fortaleza Reposado Winter Blend 2025 — Limited Annual Release, 92 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Fortaleza Cobalt Blue: #0047ab | Passito Gold: #d4af37 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Passito Amber to Black Gradient representing the wine-cask influence *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #4d3319 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #0047ab; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Terracotta *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #a67c52; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE 2025 INNOVATION --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eFortaleza Winter Blend 2025\u003c\/span\u003e is the highly anticipated fourth chapter in the estate’s annual cask-finishing program. For this 2025 release, NOM 1493 has crafted a sophisticated multi-cask profile, marrying their traditional Reposado base with components finished in rare \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ePassito di Caluso\u003c\/span\u003e (Italian raisin-wine) and French oak \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eMadeira\u003c\/span\u003e casks. Bottled at a robust 92 proof, it offers a textured, high-octane exploration of the Tequila Valley terroir redefined by Old World sweet wine influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 2025 CASK SYNERGY) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe 2025 Cask Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBy utilizing raisin-dried grape wine casks alongside Madeira French oak, Fortaleza achieves a structural weight and honeyed complexity that transcends standard Reposado parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassito di Caluso Debut:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first use of Italian dessert wine casks in the series, imparting notes of golden raisin, honey, and tamarind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92-Proof Framework:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deliberate elevation in ABV to balance the additional tannin and sugar weight derived from the complex wine-cask components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditive-Free Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite the indulgent profile, every drop adheres to the Sauza family legacy of traditional, stone-oven, 100% tahona-crushed production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense cooked agave, caramel, and butter. Honeyed sweetness and golden raisin develop with air, balanced by citrus peel and a gentle floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally substantial. Sweet stone fruit and honey transition into mid-palate notes of tart cherry, tamarind, and fine French oak tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long. A signature closing of dried fruit and persistent mineral-white pepper heat that sustains far beyond the standard Reposado vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Winter Vertical\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 2025 Blend represents the most ambitious cask program to date. While previous years leaned into Port or Sauternes, the Italian Passito influence provides a unique raisin-honey profile that is entirely new to the NOM 1493 library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a67c52; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A technical masterpiece of multi-cask integration and agave purity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDestilería La Fortaleza (NOM 1493)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Annual Reposado (Multi-Cask)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtraction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Tahona (Volcanic Stone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92 Proof \/ 46% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Program\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassito di Caluso, Madeira, American Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025 (Winter Blend Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fortaleza Winter Blend is one of the most prestigious \"vintage-dated\" programs in the spirits world. With the 2025 release featuring a maiden voyage for Passito di Caluso casks, it is a high-conviction target for vertical collectors. Given the limited global production of approximately 5,000–10,000 bottles, this release is subject to immediate allocation. Historically, Winter Blends have become centerpieces of the secondary market, with the 2025 expected to follow the rapid appreciation of the 2022 and 2023 vintages. Every bottle offered here features the iconic hand-painted piña cap and hand-blown glass, verified for pristine provenance and seal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully isolate the tamarind and golden raisin notes, enjoy this limited release \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a copita\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The 92-proof structure benefits from 10–15 minutes of air; alternatively, \u003cstrong\u003ea few drops of water\u003c\/strong\u003e will lift the citrus and soften the French oak tannins. While it excels in a \u003cstrong\u003eTequila Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, we recommend neat consumption to preserve the unique wine-cask integration of the Passito influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fortaleza","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45111196287010,"sku":null,"price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/FortWBB.jpg?v=1779913641"},{"product_id":"clase-azul-25th-anniversary","title":"Clase Azul 25th Anniversary (25 Aniversario) Limited Edition","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #BAC2D2;   \/* metallic foil  *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #304F74;   \/* power color    *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #0C2E53;   \/* deep lowlight  *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; color:var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClase Azul 25 Aniversario is the brand's 2022 anniversary edition — a reposado that pays homage to the signature Clase Azul Reposado, reimagined by Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco. Part of the agave was milled with a stone tahona and the fermentation extended for citrus and fruit, then the blend was aged eight months in two different first-use American whiskey casks and bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof). It is presented in the brand's first decanter glazed entirely in its cobalt blue, with 25 hand-painted platinum brushstrokes — one for each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 2022 anniversary edition, created as a homage to the signature Clase Azul Reposado.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Blue Weber agave; a portion milled with a stone tahona, with an extended fermentation for citrus and fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged eight months in two different first-use American whiskey casks; 40% ABV (80 proof); brilliant golden amber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe brand's first decanter glazed entirely in its cobalt blue, with dandelion-seed feathered motifs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 hand-painted platinum brushstrokes, one per year; 9,125 numbered decanters, one per day of 25 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agave syrup and banana with toasted coconut, soft vanilla, caramel, and a hint of cocoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and almond with agave syrup and banana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted oak and cocoa with a slight earthy minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.90rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThis is a commemorative reposado aimed at collectors: the tahona milling, extended fermentation, and twin-cask aging give the familiar Reposado profile more weight, and the cobalt-and-platinum decanter is the draw. It belongs with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/limited-editions\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other special editions\u003c\/a\u003e and reads as a dressed-up version of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/clase-azul-reposado\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Reposado it pays homage to\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClase Azul México\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaster Distiller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eViridiana Tinoco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReposado Tequila (Edición Limitada, 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHomage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe signature Clase Azul Reposado\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Blue Weber agave; part tahona-milled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 months in two different first-use American whiskey casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant golden amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9,125 individually numbered decanters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDecanter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst fully cobalt-blue Clase Azul decanter; 25 platinum brushstrokes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory Mark (NOM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1595 \/ 1416\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 L \/ 750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJalisco, Mexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe anniversary decanter is the first Clase Azul ever glazed entirely in the house cobalt blue, and its scattered feathered motifs are drawn from dandelion seeds carried by the wind — a figure for the brand's spread across the world over a quarter-century. Twenty-five of the brushstrokes on the surface are hand-painted in platinum, one for each year, and the run was limited to 9,125 individually numbered decanters — one for every day since the brand's 1997 founding — which is the source of its collectible standing. The liquid is a reposado built to honor the brand's signature expression rather than a one-off recipe. As with the rest of the range, the regulatory mark (NOM) and the bottle size both vary across listings (NOM 1595 vs 1416; 1 L vs 750 ml), so confirm each against the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eServe it neat at room temperature in a tulip glass to read the vanilla, caramel, and toasted-oak notes the cask aging brings; a single ice cube keeps it bright at 40% ABV. Given the numbered, hand-painted decanter, this is one to pour slowly rather than mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe tequila created for the 25th anniversary pays homage to the signature Clase Azul Reposado, reimagined by Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco. It is built from 100% Blue Weber agave; a portion of the cooked agave was milled with a traditional stone tahona, and the fermentation was extended to accentuate citrus and fruit. The blend was then aged eight months in two different first-use American whiskey casks — reposado-range aging — and bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), with a brilliant golden-amber color. Two specifications differ across listings and are not stated as fact here: the regulatory mark (NOM 1595 vs 1416) and the bottle size (1 L vs 750 ml). The cobalt-blue decanter, its dandelion-seed motifs, and the 25 platinum brushstrokes are painted by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhat is the Clase Azul 25th Anniversary tequila?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a 2022 anniversary edition reposado that pays homage to the signature Clase Azul Reposado, reimagined by Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco. A portion of the agave was milled with a stone tahona and the fermentation extended for citrus and fruit, then the blend was aged eight months in two different first-use American whiskey casks and bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-top: 18px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eWhat makes the 25th Anniversary decanter special?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eIt is the first Clase Azul decanter glazed entirely in the brand's cobalt blue, with feathered motifs inspired by dandelion seeds carried by the wind. Twenty-five of the brushstrokes are hand-painted in platinum, one for each year, and the edition was capped at 9,125 decanters — one for every day of the brand's 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clase Azul Mexico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45785939673122,"sku":null,"price":2099.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/clase-azul-tequila-25th-anniversary-limited-edition-1105966384.jpg?v=1781580217"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/reposado.oembed","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}