The Ultra decanter presents an incredibly challenging manufacturing standard. The signature feathered scrollwork across the glossy black clay body is hand-painted utilizing a specialized liquid matrix of platinum, silver, and 24-karat gold. Because this precious metal compound remains entirely invisible to the naked eye until the ceramic undergoes its final firing, Mazahua artisans must sketch the layouts completely blind from memory. Issued strictly in numbered batches, confirm the stamped regulatory mark on the baseline to trace its asset generation track.

This expression draws on agave plants requiring up to nine years of highland growth to reach maximum starch concentration. Following traditional oven bakes and copper pot still isolation runs, the liquid enters a prolonged five-year double-wood protocol. The spirit develops its baseline tannins inside American whiskey barrels before being shifted to Oloroso/Pedro Ximénez Spanish sherry casks, absorbing heavy dark stone fruit and spice compounds while mitigating alcohol bite down to a velvety texture.

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What defines a tequila as an Extra Añejo?

By official Mexican CRT standards, an Extra Añejo tequila must mature for a minimum of three years inside oak casks with a maximum capacity of 600 liters. Clase Azul Ultra goes beyond this baseline by maturing for five full years, using a specialized secondary sherry cask finish to elevate the flavor configuration.

How should this ultra-aged spirit be served?

To preserve the delicate fig, walnut, and cherry esters built up during its five years in wood, serve this spirit strictly at a moderate room temperature inside a neat tulip or professional snifter glass. Avoid freezing components or adding standard ice cubes, which will bind the natural agave oils and dull the aromatic complexity.