Product Description:

Tequila Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo is a rich, sophisticated tequila that showcases the best of both tradition and innovation. This extra-aged tequila is crafted using select blue agave plants that are slow-cooked in traditional brick ovens. The liquid is aged in French oak barrels for several years, creating a unique and complex flavor profile. This premium tequila is known for its smoothness, depth of flavor, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: The nose is rich with layers of oak, vanilla, and roasted agave, complemented by subtle hints of caramel and dried fruit.

• Palate: On the palate, it offers a full-bodied flavor with a harmonious blend of toasted oak, dark chocolate, dried fruit, and a touch of spice. There’s a distinct smoothness from the aging process, with a balanced sweetness from the agave.

• Finish: The finish is long and warm, with lingering notes of oak, dark chocolate, and a slight peppery kick, leaving a memorable impression.

Available Sizes

• 375ml – Half-bottle (hand-numbered, wooden box, artist-designed)

• 750ml – Standard bottle (hand-numbered, handcrafted wooden presentation box, artist-designed, wax-dipped)

• 1.75L – Magnum (hand-numbered, limited availability)

Note: 750ml is the most commonly available format in retail and internationally.

Core Specifications

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 40% (80 proof)​

Style/Type: Extra Añejo Tequila (3+ years oak-aged 100% agave, ultra-premium category)​

Agave Composition: 100% Blue Weber Agave (Agave tequilana Weber), corazón (heart) only​

Company/Producer: Jose Cuervo (11th-generation family-owned Mexican company); La Rojeña Distillery (production facility)​

Distillery Location: La Rojeña, Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico (oldest continuously operating distillery in the Americas, established 1812)​

Agave Age: 7–12 years maturation before harvest (peak maturity selection)​

Production Method: Traditional brick oven roasting (36–40 hours) + proprietary yeast fermentation​

Cooking Method: Masonry brick ovens (slow-roast method pioneered by Cuervo family)​

Barrel Type: Blend of French oak and American oak barrels (specific toast profiles)​

Aging Period: Minimum three years in oak barrel blend, then blended with older family reserves​

Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks with proprietary yeast strains, 50–60 hours​

Distillation Method: Double distilled in copper pot stills​

Color: Deep, dark amber with golden highlights indicating extended aging​

NOM (Regulatory Registration): 1122 (La Rojeña)​

Expression/Variant: Extra Añejo (world’s first ultra-premium ultra-aged expression, 3+ years minimum)

Distinctive Features: Hand-numbered individually blown glass bottles; handcrafted wooden presentation box with custom artwork by renowned Mexican artist; cork closure with wax dipping; limited production quantities; Cuervo family private collection selection.

Awards:

Tequila Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo has received numerous accolades, including high ratings from spirit competitions and critics for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Release Year:

• Release Year: The first batch was released in 1995.

Verified Indicative Retail Indian Prices

750 ml price in Goa (GA/GEN): ₹16,500
750 ml price in Mumbai (MH/GEN): ₹19,999

750 ml price in PUN/GEN: ₹12,500.00

Duty-Free Prices (International Airports & Border Retail)

Delhi Duty Free (Arrivals Terminal) – ₹13,590 (750cl); with promotional offers: “Buy 1 and Save 10%” or “Buy Any 2 and Save 15%”​

Mumbai Airport Duty Free – Contact airport operators for current rates

Other airports – Contact specific duty-free terminals for availability and pricing

Note: Duty-free pricing excludes GST and applies only to international passengers with valid travel documents. Purchase limits per passport (₹25,000 INR/₹50,000 overall liquor value per 2-liter allowance) apply. RBI regulations require non-INR currency for amounts exceeding ₹25,000 per passport at Arrivals terminals.

International Retail Prices Comparison

United States (USD): 750ml bottle retails at US$139.99–US$159.99 through US premium retailers (Remedy Liquor lists regular US$159.99, sale US$139.99). Wine-Searcher reports global average ex-tax USD $180/750ml, with US pricing reflecting base market positioning.

Canada (CAD): 750ml bottle retails at CAD $210.45 through LCBO (Canada’s primary liquor retailer), demonstrating premium Canadian positioning reflecting import duties and currency factors.

United Kingdom (GBP): Limited specific UK pricing available; estimated £95–£115 through UK specialty retailers based on European comparable pricing structures.

Europe (EUR): 750ml bottle retails at €149.99–€214.27 (including duties) through European retailers (Heinemann Shop lists €149.99 plus legal duties totaling €214.27 final). German retailers demonstrate accessible European premium positioning. France (Whisky.fr) — 700 ml – €159.00 — €227.14/liter (equivalent to approximately ₹13,591 at current exchange rate of ~85.50 INR/EUR)

South Africa (ZAR): Available through specialty retailers with detailed product information and prestige positioning; specific ZAR pricing available through direct retailer inquiry.

Global Average (Wine-Searcher): USD $180/750ml ex-tax, placing Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo at accessible ultra-premium global positioning within the ultra-aged tequila category.

International Online Retailers: Remedy Liquor (US) – US$139.99–US$159.99; LCBO (Canada) – CAD $210.45; Heinemann Shop (Germany, ships EU) – €149.99+duties; Liquorama (US-based) – US$191.98–US$202.98 (with packaging variation); Minuman (Southeast Asia) – regional pricing available.

Note: International prices exclude local taxes and import duties. Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo demonstrates strong global availability at competitive ultra-premium pricing, reflecting its foundational heritage status as the world’s first extra-añejo tequila. Prices fluctuate based on local market conditions, distributor markups, and currency exchange rates.

Tasting Occasion & Serving Suggestions

In my tastings, José Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo is a tequila that’s meant for slow, thoughtful sipping. I recommend enjoying it neat in a brandy snifter or a tequila flute, served at room temperature (20–25°C). This allows the tequila to fully reveal its multi-layered complexity, which comes from its 3+ years of oak aging and the blend of French and American oak barrels. The result is a deep amber color and a velvety texture, with flavors that range from butterscotch and toffee to subtle hints of orange peel and almond. It’s a drink that truly deserves your full attention and a little bit of time.

Given its ultra-premium nature and limited production, this spirit is best enjoyed without mixing into cocktails. José Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo is a celebration of craftsmanship, heritage, and liquid artistry. I see it as an investment in tequila’s legacy, perfect for collectors and those who truly appreciate the art of tequila-making.

This spirit is ideal for special occasions where you want to pair it with premium cigars, aged cheeses, or dark chocolate. It’s also a great choice for celebrating significant milestones, as it carries the weight of more than 200 years of family tradition. The limited production and unique artist-designed boxes make it feel even more like a piece of history. I think it’s the perfect choice when you want to enjoy something special and meaningful. Each bottle isn’t just about the spirit—it’s about celebrating the culture and heritage of tequila.

Comparison: Jose Cuervo Expression Range in India

Jose Cuervo Especial Silver retails ₹3,500 in India. The entry-level blanco expression emphasizing crisp agave and citrus character.​

Jose Cuervo Especial Reposado retails ₹3,650–₹3,950 in India. Aged 2+ months, introducing subtle oak warmth.​

Jose Cuervo Reserva Familia Platina retails ₹11,250 in India. Mid-tier aged expression within the Reserva line (distinct from Extra Añejo).​

Jose Cuervo Especial Extra Añejo retails ₹19,999 in India. Ultra-premium variant from the Especial (mixto) line—distinct from the 100% agave Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo.​

Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo (this product) retails ₹13,590–₹19,999 in India (duty-free vs. retail variation). The world’s first extra-añejo utilizing 100% blue agave, 3+ years aging, family cellars reserves—the absolute pinnacle of Jose Cuervo’s portfolio.​

Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo occupies the absolute ultra-premium prestige tier within the Jose Cuervo portfolio, representing not merely the oldest expression but the foundational innovator of the entire extra-añejo tequila category. For collectors seeking the world’s first and still-supreme ultra-premium expression with historic significance, Mexican artistic heritage presentation, and multi-generational family legacy, Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo remains the definitive choice and represents one of the finest ultra-aged tequilas globally available.

Storage, Shelf Life & Best Practices

Unopened Bottles: Store in cool, dark environments away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations. Tequila remains stable indefinitely if unopened and sealed. The handcrafted wooden presentation box provides optimal protection; store boxes horizontally to minimize cork drying risk.​

Opened Bottles: Optimal flavor maintained for 24+ months if re-sealed with cork and stored in cool conditions. The extensive 3+ years oak aging and family cellars reserve blending create exceptional stability; the spirit gracefully develops additional complexity over extended storage periods. Air-conditioned storage or dedicated wine coolers strongly recommended in India’s warm climate to preserve this ultra-premium spirit’s character, balance, and investment value. Handle bottles with care—the wax-dipped cork and artistic presentation box represent collectible status.​

Serving Temperature: Serve neat at room temperature (20–25°C) in a brandy snifter or tequila flute for optimal flavor perception and full aromatic expression of butterscotch, almond, orange peel, and vanilla complexity. Allow 5–10 minutes for the spirit to open in the glass, releasing evolving aromatics. Never serve on ice, as dilution destroys the carefully orchestrated blend and three-generation-plus aging investment.

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