About the product: Mijenta Reposado is an award-winning, sustainable tequila crafted in the highlands of Jalisco by Maestra Tequilera Ana María Romero Mena. Matured for 6 to 8 months in a blend of American oak, cherry and acacia casks, Mijenta’s Reposado honors the tradition of tequila while showcasing Ana María’s passion for innovation.
The selection of casks enhances the cooked agave flavors and aromas emblematic of the terroir of the highlands of Jalisco, resulting in a complex, rich, and well-balanced profile.
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NOM: NOM 1499 (Casa Tequilera de Arandas)
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Agave: 100% fully mature Blue Weber from the Jalisco highlands, grown in mineral-rich red clay soil.
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Cooking: Agave is slow-cooked in low-pressure autoclave.
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Extraction: Roller Mill Extraction
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Water Source: Deep well water.
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Fermentation: Agave is fermented in stainless steel tanks with proprietary yeast hand-selected by Romero.
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Distillation: Double-distilled in stainless steel pot stills
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Aging: 6 to 8 months in a blend of American oak, cherry and acacia casks
Flavor Profile:
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Nose: Nose is reminiscent of a dusty bourbon with notes of dark chocolate, dehydrated lemon, delicate caramel (almost powder-like), vanilla bean cream, bergamot, honey and orange blossom. More time in the glass introduces delicious hints of lemongrass.
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Palate: Dark chocolate, espresso grounds, finely ground pepper, cooked agave, honey and vanilla, with a long, herbal finish
