G4 Extra Añejo 5 Year represents the absolute pinnacle of the Camarena family’s decadal aging program. Produced at the world-renowned El Pandillo distillery, this 90-proof masterpiece is matured for a full five years—two years beyond the legal requirement for the category. By blending American oak bourbon influence with the raw, mineral-driven power of Highlands agave, Felipe Camarena has created an Extra Añejo that celebrates age without sacrificing the "soul" of the plant.
The Decadal Distinction
Unlike mass-market Extra Añejos that lean on additives, G4 5-Year utilizes technical precision and the unique "Felipestein" tahona to deliver a profile of monumental depth and additive-free purity.
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Extended Maturation: Resting for 60 months in American oak bourbon barrels, the spirit develops rich notes of dark berry and butterscotch while preserving its agave-forward identity.
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90-Proof Framework: Bottled at 45% ABV to support the additional weight and oak tannins derived from half a decade in the barrel.
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Highlands Terroir: Utilizing a unique 50/50 mix of rainwater and spring water, this G4 expression retains the signature mineral "snap" that defines Los Altos tequila.
Sensory Profile
Nose: Soft oak, vanilla, and bright citrus. Deep layers of dark berry, caramel, and faint floral notes develop over a foundation of rich cooked agave.
Palate: Full-bodied and substantial. Caramel and vanilla entry transitions into a complex mid-palate of butterscotch, citrus oils, and pepper-mineral counterpoints.
Finish: Exceptionally long. A resonant closing of lingering oak and caramel with a persistent, earthy agave-mineral note that sustains for several minutes.
The Extra Añejo Apex
G4 5-Year sits at the reference tier of aged agave alongside El Tesoro Paradiso and Cascahuín 11-Year. It is the definitive choice for the collector who demands the complexity of a long-aged bourbon within an additive-free tequila framework.
"A structural masterpiece that proves age and agave are not mutually exclusive."
Technical Specifications
| Distillery |
Destilería El Pandillo, Los Altos (NOM 1579) |
| Master Distiller |
Felipe Camarena (4th Generation) |
| Style |
Extra Añejo (Additive-Free) |
| Age Statement |
Minimum 5 Years |
| Barrel Type |
American Oak Bourbon Barrels |
| Proof / ABV |
90 Proof / 45% ABV |
| Water Source |
50/50 Rainwater & Spring Water Mix |
Collector Notes
The G4 Extra Añejo 5 Year is a foundational asset for vertical agave collectors. Because production is strictly limited by the inventory of 60-month barrels at El Pandillo, global allocations are among the tightest in the G4 portfolio. It represents the apex of Camarena’s standard aged lineup, distinguished by the same 90-proof intensity found in the "De Madera" Blanco. Bottles offered here are verified for pristine label integrity and authenticated NOM 1579 origin. Given its historical consistency, this release has become a primary target for the luxury secondary market, often outperforming older, "designer" tequilas in technical blind tastings.
Recommended Serving
To fully appreciate the integration of dark berry and oak, enjoy this Extra Añejo neat in a copita or tequila snifter at room temperature. A few drops of water will broaden the floral nose and highlight the citrus oils. This spirit is a contemplative sipper that pairs exceptionally well with dark chocolate, premium cigars, or aged hard cheeses. It is not designed for cocktail use.
