{"title":"Dia de Muertos","description":"\u003cp\u003eDía de los Muertos is a celebration of life and memory — and every year, Mexico's great tequila and mezcal houses mark it with their most artistic bottles of the year. Shop Día de Muertos limited edition tequila and mezcal online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA: hand-painted ceramic decanters, calavera bottles and ofrenda-inspired editions, all available to order online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2026 editions.\u003c\/strong\u003e This year's releases are led by the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/clase-azul-dia-de-muertos-trascender-2026-limited-edition-anejo-tequila\"\u003eClase Azul Día de Muertos Trascender Añejo\u003c\/a\u003e — the newest chapter of Clase Azul's annual Nuestros Recuerdos series, in a hand-painted decanter made to be kept long after the last pour. Alongside it: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/don-julio-70-dia-de-muertos-limited-edition-2026\"\u003eDon Julio 70 Día de Muertos 2026\u003c\/a\u003e cristalino añejo, Mandala's Guardians of Time Extra Añejo, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dos-artes-calavera-doble-barrica-limited-edition-extra-anejo-tequila-2026\"\u003eDos Artes Calavera Doble Barrica Extra Añejo 2026\u003c\/a\u003e and the G4 Día de Muertos Añejo 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottles built like ofrendas.\u003c\/strong\u003e No spirit lends itself to the holiday like agave. These are ceramic and glass works of art — calaveras, La Catrina, marigolds and candlelight rendered by Mexican artisans — from houses including Mandala, Dos Artes, Insolente and Comisario. Most collectors keep the empty bottle on the shelf or the altar; many never open it at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's inside counts too.\u003c\/strong\u003e Behind the artwork are serious agave spirits: añejo and extra añejo tequilas, a cristalino, high-proof joven editions from Yeyo, and Del Maguey's Vida de Muertos mezcal, distilled for the holiday. Every bottle here is an annual limited edition — when a year's release sells through, it is gone, and the next vintage wears a new design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGifting and collecting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A Día de Muertos bottle is one of the most distinctive gifts in the store — add gift wrap at checkout, or browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gift-sets\"\u003eGift Sets\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/holiday-gift-guide\"\u003eHoliday Gift Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more ready-to-give bottles. An adult 21 or over with valid ID must sign for every delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003eTequila\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003eMezcal\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gift-sets\"\u003eGift Sets\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rare-top-shelf\"\u003eRare \u0026amp; Top Shelf\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"araceli-marigold-liqueur","title":"Araceli Marigold Liqueur","description":"\u003cp\u003eAraceli Marigold Liqueur is a 35% ABV (70 proof), 750mL liqueur made with marigold flowers, handcrafted in small batches in Tequila, Mexico. Created by Victoria Araceli Vann of Araceli Spirits and introduced in 2015, it was presented by the brand as the world's first marigold flower liqueur — a golden-amber pour honouring Día de los Muertos, where the marigold is the traditional Flower of the Dead. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35% (70 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marigold flower liqueur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marigold flowers with natural ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceli Spirits, LLC — founder Victoria Araceli Vann\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tequila, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Liqueur Built on the Flower of the Dead\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Araceli\" means \"altar of heaven,\" and the liqueur was envisioned by its founder while travelling through Mexico: a spirit that carries the marigold — the bright orange flower whose scent is said in tradition to guide spirits to the Día de los Muertos celebration, and whose colour symbolises sunlight — into the glass. The result is bright, floral and delicate rather than heavy. Discover more unusual pours on our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liqueurs\"\u003eliqueurs\u003c\/a\u003e shelf, browse the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spirits\"\u003espirits\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or visit the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Araceli%20Marigold\"\u003eAraceli Marigold\u003c\/a\u003e vendor page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant marigold flowers and candied orange peel. \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet citrus with a touch of vanilla. \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and smooth, the floral notes lingering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand's preferred serve is Araceli on the rocks — 2 oz over ice in a rocks glass. It also anchors the Marigold Margarita, with reposado tequila, fresh lime and a Tajín-rimmed glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is marigold liqueur?\u003c\/strong\u003e A liqueur flavoured with marigold flowers. Araceli, introduced in 2015, was presented by its brand as the world's first — the flower is the traditional bloom of Día de los Muertos ofrendas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Araceli made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is handcrafted in small batches in Tequila, Mexico, by Araceli Spirits, founded by Victoria Araceli Vann.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you drink Araceli?\u003c\/strong\u003e The brand's preferred serve is over ice; it also works in a Marigold Margarita and in coffee, spritz and sangria serves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaise a glass to remembrance — order Araceli Marigold Liqueur online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Araceli Marigold","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33099705319467,"sku":"DM3764L","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/products\/Araceli_4652d521-7601-4727-8a90-f48905e2730b.jpg?v=1626055968"},{"product_id":"dos-artes-calavera-limited-edition-extra-anejo-2020","title":"Dos Artes Calavera Limited Edition Extra Anejo 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40% ABV (80 proof) | 1L | Extra Añejo (aged 3+ years) | 100% Blue Weber agave\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Dos+Artes\"\u003eDos Artes\u003c\/a\u003e Calavera Limited Edition Extra Añejo 2020 is the brand's annual Día de los Muertos collector's release: 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave, slow-distilled at the Tres Mujeres distillery in Amatitán, Jalisco, and aged over three years in oak before bottling in a hand-painted ceramic calavera decanter — every bottle individually painted, no two alike. The 2020 edition carries the extra añejo expression (later Calavera editions switched to añejo). Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTriple oak maturation gives the 2020 Calavera real depth: dark caramel, baked agave, and dried fig on the nose; a palate of toasted hazelnut, vanilla bean, baking spice, and milk chocolate; and a long, elegant finish of oak, honey, and warm pepper. Among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo-tequila\"\u003eañejo tequilas\u003c\/a\u003e, this is the bottle that doubles as art — a Day of the Dead centerpiece that drinks as good as it looks. Dos Artes honors two Mexican artisans with every release: the tequilero and the ceramic painter. Neat in a copita.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNose: dark caramel, baked agave, dried fig. Palate: toasted hazelnut, vanilla bean, baking spice, milk chocolate. Finish: long and elegant; oak, honey, warm pepper. (Per retailer tasting notes for the 2020 Calavera edition.)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it from Del Mesa Liquor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1L hand-painted ceramic calavera decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra añejo — aged over three years in oak (minimum 3 years by law)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave, distilled at Tres Mujeres, Amatitán, Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2020 limited Día de los Muertos edition — annual collector release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach decanter individually hand-painted; no two bottles identical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable to order online at Del Mesa Liquor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat in a copita or tulip glass at room temperature. This is a sipping tequila — display-worthy and meant for slow pours on Día de los Muertos and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Dos Artes Calavera Limited Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn annual limited-edition Day of the Dead release from Dos Artes: the liquid is aged extra añejo (2020 edition), bottled in a hand-painted ceramic skull decanter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the 2020 Calavera aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs an extra añejo it is aged a minimum of three years in oak; the precise aging period for the 2020 edition was not published by the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs each bottle really unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — each ceramic decanter is hand-painted by Mexican artisans, so every bottle is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Dos Artes Calavera a collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's an annual limited release, and the 2020 extra añejo expression has not been repeated; later Calavera editions used añejo liquid instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dos Artes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33099730419755,"sku":"DM4308L","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/products\/Dos-Artes-Calavera-Limited-Edition-Extra-Anejo-2020_33848570-1fb0-4145-af49-3d7614d555a4.jpg?v=1625995072"},{"product_id":"del-maguey-mezcal-vida-de-muertos","title":"Del Maguey Mezcal 'Vida de Muertos'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDel Maguey Mezcal 'Vida de Muertos'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 45% ABV (90 proof) artisanal mezcal from San Luis del Río, Oaxaca — 100% Espadín agave, harvested at 7–8 years, twice distilled in wood-fired copper stills by palenquero Paciano Cruz Nolasco. A special 45% edition of Del Maguey's Vida, inspired by the autumn batches the Cruz Nolasco family distills and shares for Día de los Muertos: a hand-selected, limited center cut of the distillate. Unaged (joven), in a 750mL bottle. Order mezcal online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45% (90 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Espadín (Agave angustifolia), 7–8 years at harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twice distilled in wood-fired copper stills; 8–10 day natural fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVillage:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Luis del Río, Oaxaca — palenquero Paciano Cruz Nolasco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Mezcal for the Day of the Dead\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery autumn, the Cruz Nolasco family distills a special batch to share during Día de los Muertos — and Del Maguey bottles that tradition as Vida de Muertos: the same San Luis del Río Espadín as the classic Vida, but cut to a bolder 45% ABV and selected as a limited center cut by Paciano Cruz Nolasco himself. Founded by artist Ron Cooper in 1995, Del Maguey pioneered single-village artisanal mezcal in the US, and this bottling is the line at its most elemental — wild-fermented 8–10 days, distilled twice in small wood-fired copper stills, water from the Río Hormiga Colorada. Aromatic tropical fruit and warming spice on the nose, a creamy palate of floral notes, green herbs, and poblano peppers, and a long, complex finish. Explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Del%20Maguey\"\u003eDel Maguey mezcals\u003c\/a\u003e, browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mezcal\"\u003emezcal collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare with another Oaxacan \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003eagave spirit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropical fruit and warming spice on the aromatic nose. The palate is creamy and layered — floral notes, green herbs, poblano peppers — with a long, complex finish that keeps unfolding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat at room temperature in a copita to catch the full aromatic range; it also makes a remarkable mezcal Old Fashioned for agave-cocktail devotees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \"Vida de Muertos\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Life of the Dead\" — a special 45% ABV edition of Del Maguey's Vida mezcal, inspired by the batches the producing family distills for Día de los Muertos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — it's an unaged (joven) mezcal, bottled clear to preserve the agave and distillation character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a one-time release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — launched in 2021, it's a recurring special release, though each batch is a hand-selected limited center cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMezcal with a story worth sipping — order Del Maguey Vida de Muertos online from Del Mesa Liquor, with pickup or delivery across San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Del Maguey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39403898372139,"sku":"DM5287L","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/products\/DelMagueyMezcalVidadeMuertos.jpg?v=1625985181"},{"product_id":"dos-artes-x-mala-vida-calavera-limited-edition-extra-anejo-tequila-2022","title":"Dos Artes x Mala Vida Calavera Limited Edition Extra Anejo Tequila 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDos Artes x Mala Vida Calavera Limited Edition Extra Anejo Tequila 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 1L limited-edition extra anejo from Dos Artes, distilled at NOM 1068 (Destileria La Mexicana) in Jesus Maria, Jalisco, and presented in a hand-painted ceramic Calavera skull decanter designed with tattoo artist Mala Vida. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Anejo — aged a minimum of 3 years in oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e NOM 1068, Destileria La Mexicana, Jesus Maria, Jalisco (Los Altos highlands)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022 limited edition — hand-painted ceramic Calavera decanter, Mala Vida collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Calavera Decanter Worthy of What's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calavera — the decorated skull of Dia de los Muertos — is the centrepiece of this 2022 Dos Artes limited edition: a hand-painted ceramic decanter created with tattoo artist Mala Vida, filled with highlands extra anejo aged at least three years in oak at Destileria La Mexicana in Jesus Maria. Every decanter is a one-of-a-kind piece of folk art around a seriously aged tequila. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Dos%20Artes\"\u003eDos Artes collection\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e, and the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spirits\"\u003espirits\u003c\/a\u003e range at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep amber with cooked agave, toasted oak and vanilla on the nose; dark caramel, dried fruit, cinnamon and cocoa across a rich, rounded palate; a long, warming finish of oak, sweet spice and lingering agave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip it neat from a stemmed glass and let the oak and dried fruit open slowly — then keep the decanter. This is a display piece long after the last pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Calavera edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e A 2022 limited edition of Dos Artes Extra Anejo presented in a hand-painted ceramic skull decanter designed with tattoo artist Mala Vida for Dia de los Muertos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Anejo class — a minimum of three years in oak, the longest standard ageing class in tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e At NOM 1068, Destileria La Mexicana, in Jesus Maria in the Los Altos highlands of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e 1L, in the ceramic Calavera decanter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure the 2022 Calavera before it joins the ancestors — order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dos Artes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39977851125803,"sku":"DM9509L","price":999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/products\/DosArtesxMalaVidaCalaveraLimitedEditionExtraAnejoTequila.jpg?v=1648853967"},{"product_id":"dinastia-real-ceramic-calavera-anejo-tequila","title":"Dinastia Real Ceramic Calavera Anejo Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80 proof (40% ABV) | 750mL | Añejo — aged in French white oak | NOM 1459\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Dinastia+Real\"\u003eDinastia Real\u003c\/a\u003e Ceramic Calavera is an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003eañejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e presented in a hand-crafted, hand-painted ceramic skull — a calavera honoring Mexico's Day of the Dead tradition. The bottle is designed to be kept as a decorative decanter long after the tequila is gone, and each hand-painted bottle's artwork may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liquid inside is 100% blue Weber agave from around Amatitán, Jalisco, rested in French white oak at Tequila Selecto de Amatitán (NOM 1459) — the distillery behind a brand that claims 80+ years of tequila-making, founded in 1942. The añejo profile runs rich and warm: chocolate, vanilla, and cooked agave with almonds and walnuts, a golden-amber pour and a robust cooked-agave finish carried by gentle wood warmth. A gift, a display piece, and a genuinely good añejo — available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChocolate, vanilla, cooked agave, almonds, and walnuts; golden-amber in the glass; wood warmth through the palate; robust cooked-agave finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it from Del Mesa Liquor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-painted ceramic calavera bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Day of the Dead art piece that doubles as a decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 proof añejo\u003c\/strong\u003e — rested in French white oak (NOM 1459, Tequila Selecto de Amatitán)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% blue Weber agave from Amatitán, Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand claims 80+ years of tequila-making tradition (founded 1942)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable to order online at Del Mesa Liquor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat in a copita so the bottle's artistry gets the attention it deserves — then keep the empty skull on the shelf. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate or an autumn evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a calavera?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA calavera (skull) is the iconic symbol of Mexico's Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). This bottle is hand-crafted ceramic, hand-painted by artisans — each bottle's artwork may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse the bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's designed as a collectible decanter. Clean it out and it works beautifully as a decorative spirits bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the tequila good, or is it all packaging?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe liquid is a legit añejo: 100% blue Weber agave, French-oak rested, from a NOM 1459 distillery — chocolate, vanilla, and cooked agave with real depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dinastia Real","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40483108487211,"sku":"DM11326L","price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/products\/DinastiaRealCeramicCalaveraAnejoTequila.jpg?v=1665176791"},{"product_id":"dos-artes-calavera-limited-edition-reposado-tequila-2022","title":"Dos Artes Calavera Limited Edition Reposado Tequila 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDos Artes Calavera Limited Edition Reposado Tequila 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 2022 edition of Dos Artes' famed Day of the Dead release — 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave, aged 3 to 8 months in American oak barrels, presented in a hand-painted 1-liter ceramic skull decanter. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), only 5,300 bottles were made, each one individually painted so no two are alike. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% (80 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 liter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–8 months in American oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave, Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-painted ceramic calavera (skull) decanter — 5,300 bottles in the 2022 edition, each unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited annual Día de los Muertos release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Skull Worth Keeping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery year, Dos Artes commissions artisans to hand-paint its Day of the Dead decanters, and every year the calavera sells out — the 2022 edition ran to just 5,300 bottles. The skull is a tribute to Mexico's most beloved holiday, but the tequila inside is no souvenir: estate-grown agave, patient oak aging, and the rich, elegant profile that made Dos Artes a collector's brand in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered cooked and raw agave on the nose with warm vanilla, caramel, and gentle oak spice. The palate is rich, elegant, and full-bodied — agave sweetness balanced against oak spice, sticky caramel, and a dash of vegetative herbs. The finish is very smooth and long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat from a snifter to give both the tequila and the decanter their due — this is a centerpiece bottle. For the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e collector, it belongs with the great limited \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/reposado-tequila\"\u003ereposados\u003c\/a\u003e; for Día de los Muertos, it is the toast itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many 2022 Calavera bottles were made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly 5,300 — each hand-painted, so every bottle is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs every bottle really unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Skilled artisans hand-paint each ceramic skull individually; no two share the exact same design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the reposado aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBetween 3 and 8 months in American oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Dos%20Artes\"\u003eDos Artes\u003c\/a\u003e Calavera 2022 online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA — 5,300 skulls, and then never again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dos Artes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40559556591659,"sku":"DM11518L","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/products\/DosArtesCalaveraLimitedEditionReposadoTequila2022.jpg?v=1667846842"},{"product_id":"comisario-dia-de-los-muertos-blanco-tequila","title":"Comisario Dia De Los Muertos Blanco Tequila","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComisario Dia De Los Muertos Blanco Tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e is the limited Day of the Dead edition of Comisario's acclaimed blanco — an artisanal Highland tequila from Jalisco, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a bottle celebrating Día de Muertos tradition. It keeps the brand's elegantly smooth, complex profile — spun honey, waxy pear and roasted pepper — with festive presentation that makes it as giftable as it is drinkable. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% (80 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanco — unaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber agave, Jalisco Highlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistilled in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zapotlanejo, Jalisco (Highlands) — same line as the award-winning Comisario Blanco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e spun honey, pear, apple, roasted pepper, delicate herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Celebration Bottle, Not Just a Label\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComisario has built its name on 90+ scores and international gold and double gold medals for a smooth, sippable Highland style — and the Dia De Los Muertos release takes that blanco and dresses it for Mexico's most beloved holiday. Underneath the celebratory presentation sits the same tequila: honeyed and silky, mineral and peppery, made to be sipped slowly or poured into top-shelf cocktails. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Comisario\"\u003eComisario\u003c\/a\u003e, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blanco-tequila\"\u003eblanco tequila\u003c\/a\u003e range, or see the store's wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear. Aromas of spun honey, waxy pear and apple, roasted pepper and delicate herbs. A soft, silky entry leads to a delicate, dryish light-to-medium body with dried apple, mineral, yellow pepper and acacia honey flavors. Finishes with a long, elegant, gentle spicy fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat in a copita — reviewers call it a superb sipping tequila. Over ice with lime it turns into one of the more interesting blancos on the shelf; it also anchors a premium margarita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Comisario Dia De Los Muertos a limited edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's the Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) edition of Comisario Blanco, in special presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Comisario Blanco taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoney, pear and apple fruit with roasted-pepper spice and a silky, mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely — its clean, honeyed profile elevates a margarita or Paloma, though most tasters sip it neat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick up the festive limited edition — Comisario Dia De Los Muertos Blanco Tequila is ready to ship from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comisario","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40904528560171,"sku":"DM14555L","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/ComisarioDiadelosMuertosBlancoTequila.jpg?v=1695944684"},{"product_id":"insolente-tequila-anejo-ceramic-dia-de-los-muertos-craneo-1l","title":"Insolente Tequila Anejo Ceramic Dia De Los Muertos Craneo 1L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsolente Tequila Anejo Ceramic Dia De Los Muertos Craneo 1L\u003c\/strong\u003e is the añejo expression of Insolente tequila presented in a hand-finished ceramic skull — a calavera honoring Mexico's Day of the Dead, and one of the category's most recognizable collector bottles. Inside is 100% Tequilana Weber agave añejo from NOM 1459 (Tequila Selecto de Amatitan, Jalisco), rested in French oak barrels and bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a full 1-liter bottle. It's available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% (80 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1L (ceramic calavera\/skull bottle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e añejo — rested in French oak barrels (duration per bottle; one source cites 30 months)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tequila Selecto de Amatitan, Jalisco, Mexico — NOM 1459\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Tequilana Weber; brick\/stone-oven cooked, roller-mill extraction, 2x distilled in stainless pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Day of the Dead collector's bottle — display and drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Calavera Worth Collecting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsolente's ceramic craneo is a proper calavera — the decorated skull of Día de los Muertos rendered as a bottle — and it has earned a permanent place on collector shelves. The liquid inside is no gimmick: añejo from Tequila Selecto de Amatitan, one of the Valles' respected distilleries (NOM 1459), rested in French oak until it picks up real barrel polish. Whether you pour it at your Day of the Dead altar or save the empty for the shelf, it earns its keep. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Insolente\"\u003eInsolente\u003c\/a\u003e range at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer retailer and brand copy: golden amber; sweet cooked agave with vanilla, honey, and toasted oak on the nose; a rounded palate of caramelized agave, baking spice, and soft French-oak warmth; a smooth, mellow finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat in a rocks glass — the añejo's French-oak roundness deserves it. The ceramic skull stays on display long after the last pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the bottle really ceramic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a hand-finished ceramic calavera (skull) bottle in Day of the Dead styling, with a stopper closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tequila is inside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsolente añejo: 100% agave, rested in French oak barrels, from NOM 1459 in Amatitán, Jalisco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does NOM 1459 mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt identifies the registered distillery — Tequila Selecto de Amatitan S.A. de C.V. — as the producer, the tequila's certified origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector's bottle, certified añejo inside — order Insolente Tequila Anejo Ceramic Dia De Los Muertos Craneo 1L online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Insolente","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40905874669611,"sku":"DM14570L","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/InsolenteTequilaAnejoCeramicDiaDeLosMuertosCraneo1L.jpg?v=1696105871"},{"product_id":"yeyo-dia-de-los-muertos-joven-tequila-luna","title":"Yeyo Dia de los Muertos Joven Tequila Luna Celebration High Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYeyo Dia de los Muertos Joven Tequila Luna Celebration High Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is the moon to Sol's sun: a limited-edition joven tequila bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV) in a 750mL bottle, partially rested in ex-peach wine casks for a moonlit richness. It starts with 100% single-estate Blue Weber agave from the highlands of Jalisco, slow-roasted and fermented with champagne yeast, then double-distilled in copper pot stills — the peach-wine cask rest layering stone fruit and soft bourbon-like warmth over roasted agave. Mysterious, expressive, richly layered. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e joven, partially rested in ex-peach wine casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% single-estate Blue Weber, Highlands of Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e champagne yeast, double-distilled in copper pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited Día de los Muertos release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Ode to the Night\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere Sol celebrates the day, Luna is the introspective half of the pair — the cask choice tells the story. Ex-peach wine casks are unusual in tequila, and they give this joven a subtle fruit nuance and depth that reads almost like a light whiskey finish, without ever overpowering the agave. It's the bottle for late-night conversation, collector shelves, and drinkers who like their tequila with shadows. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Yeyo\"\u003eYeyo collection\u003c\/a\u003e, explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e, and shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/reposado-tequila\"\u003ereposado-style tequilas\u003c\/a\u003e at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep aromas of cooked agave, rich bourbon-like undertones, delicate peach sweetness and gentle spice. The palate is layered: roasted agave, warm oak, subtle stone fruit and soft herbal notes on a smooth, full mouthfeel. The finish is clean and lingering — agave sweetness with a touch of peppery warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat to catch the peach-cask nuance, or over ice as it opens up. The high proof and depth also make it a striking base for an añejo-style old fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat casks is Yeyo Luna rested in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEx-peach wine casks — an unusual choice that adds subtle stone-fruit richness to the joven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow strong is Yeyo Luna Celebration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e86 proof (43% ABV) — bottled higher than standard tequila for extra depth and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I buy Luna or Sol?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are limited Día de los Muertos high-proof jovens. Luna is darker and more contemplative (peach-wine casks); Sol is brighter and more festive (spiced apple cider casks). Collectors tend to take both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder Yeyo Dia de los Muertos Luna Celebration Joven Tequila online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA — the night half of the celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yeyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41180289040427,"sku":"DM15642L","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/YeyoDiadelosMuertosJovenTequilaLuna.jpg?v=1726539770"},{"product_id":"yeyo-dia-de-los-muertos-joven-tequila-sol","title":"Yeyo Dia de los Muertos Joven Tequila Sol Celebration High Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYeyo Dia de los Muertos Joven Tequila Sol Celebration High Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is the sun-side of Yeyo's Día de los Muertos pair: a limited-edition joven tequila bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV) in a 750mL bottle, blending reposado and blanco tequilas and resting the marriage in ex-spiced apple cider casks. Made from 100% single-estate Blue Weber agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco — slow-roasted, fermented with champagne yeast, double-distilled in copper pot stills — the Sol Celebration is celebratory and vibrant: sweet agave, spiced apple, citrus zest and light florals. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e joven (reposado + blanco blend), rested in ex-spiced apple cider casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% single-estate Blue Weber, Highlands of Jalisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e champagne yeast, double-distilled in copper pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited Día de los Muertos release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCelebrating the Sun\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDía de los Muertos honors both sides of the veil, and Yeyo's pair splits the difference between night and day. Where the Luna edition leans dark and contemplative, Sol is all warmth and vitality — the spiced apple cider casks echoing autumn orchards and holiday tables. It's a joven with real dimension: unaged brightness plus a light barrel whisper, at a proof that keeps everything lifted. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Yeyo\"\u003eYeyo collection\u003c\/a\u003e, explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e, and shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blanco-tequila\"\u003eblanco-style tequilas\u003c\/a\u003e at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet agave, spiced apple, citrus zest and light floral notes on the nose. The palate is vibrant: cooked agave, warm spice, crisp apple and citrus brightness on a smooth, structured body. The finish is clean and uplifting, with lingering warmth and balanced sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or over a large cube to let the spice and apple notes unfold. At 86 proof it also makes a superb elevated margarita or paloma — the cask character adds a layer most blancos can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a joven tequila?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA blend of aged and unaged tequilas — here, reposado and blanco — combining fresh agave brightness with light barrel influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Sol Celebration different from the Luna?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are 86-proof Día de los Muertos jovens; Sol rests in ex-spiced apple cider casks for warmth and vibrancy, while Luna rests in ex-peach wine casks for a moodier, moonlit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Yeyo Sol Celebration a limited edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — a limited Día de los Muertos release in festive packaging, built for collectors and gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick up the Yeyo Dia de los Muertos Sol Celebration Joven Tequila at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA — bottled sunshine, at high proof.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yeyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41180290252843,"sku":"DM15644L","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/YeyoDiadelosMuertosJovenTequilaSolCelebrationHighProof.jpg?v=1726539880"},{"product_id":"mandala-dia-de-los-muertos-el-jimador-limited-edition-anejo-tequila-2025","title":"Mandala Dia de los Muertos El Jimador Limited Edition Anejo Tequila 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandala Dia de los Muertos El Jimador Limited Edition Anejo Tequila 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e is the companion half of the 2025 \"Life After Death\" release: a 1L individually hand-painted ceramic bottle of 80-proof (40% ABV) añejo tequila — and it is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Jimador honors the noble jimador — the skilled agave harvester, the heart and hands behind every great tequila — embodying strength, craftsmanship, and legacy. His design interlocks with the companion La Catrina bottle through skeletal hands. Inside is Mandala's standard añejo: 100% Blue Weber agave from the Highlands of Jalisco, slow-cooked in brick ovens, double-distilled in copper stills, non-chill filtered and additive-free, aged over 14 months in French oak barrels per the official 2025 copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, light oak, and warm baking spice on the nose; rich toffee, honeyed oak, dried fruit, and subtle cinnamon warmth on the palate; a smooth, long finish of gentle sweetness and layered oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy buy El Jimador? Because it honors the worker behind the spirit — and the hand-painted ceramic makes it one of the year's great tequila gifts. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo-tequila\"\u003eanejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Mandala\"\u003eMandala brand collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing note: an añejo old fashioned is the move; neat, it's all toffee and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is El Jimador?\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the two 2025 Life After Death designs (companion: La Catrina); both hold the same Mandala añejo — only the artwork differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 14 months in French oak barrels, per official 2025 materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% ABV (80 proof), 1L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the NOM?\u003c\/strong\u003e Unverified for the 2025 release (third-party sources conflict) — no NOM is claimed; check the bottle label.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mandala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42017360674859,"sku":"DM16470L","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/MandalaDiadelosMuertosElJimadorLimitedEditionAnejoTequila2025.jpg?v=1755128632"},{"product_id":"mandala-dia-de-los-muertos-la-catrina-limited-edition-anejo-tequila-2025","title":"Mandala Dia de los Muertos La Catrina Limited Edition Anejo Tequila 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandala Dia de los Muertos La Catrina Limited Edition Anejo Tequila 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e is one half of the 2025 \"Life After Death\" release: a 1L individually hand-painted ceramic bottle of 80-proof (40% ABV) añejo tequila — and it is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Catrina — the eternal muse of Día de Muertos, adorned here with vibrant marigolds — represents remembrance and eternal love, and her design interlocks with the companion El Jimador bottle through skeletal hands. Inside is Mandala's standard añejo: 100% Blue Weber agave from the Highlands of Jalisco, slow-cooked in brick ovens, double-distilled in copper stills, non-chill filtered and additive-free, aged over 14 months in French oak barrels per the official 2025 copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: toasted French oak, sweet cooked agave, and warm spice layers on the nose; creamy caramel, vanilla, honeyed oak, dried fruit, and soft cinnamon on the palate; a long, smooth finish of residual sweetness and gentle fruity warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy buy La Catrina? Because Mandala's Day of the Dead bottles are the most giftable tequilas on the market — a genuine hand-painted ceramic decanter around a serious French-oak añejo. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo-tequila\"\u003eanejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Mandala\"\u003eMandala brand collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing note: neat in a copita; the ceramic bottle keeps its cool — a striking holiday table centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is La Catrina?\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the two 2025 Life After Death designs (companion: El Jimador); both hold the same Mandala añejo — only the artwork differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 14 months in French oak barrels, per official 2025 materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% ABV (80 proof), 1L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho painted the 2025 bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e Unverified — unlike earlier years, no artist name has been published for 2025; the draft names none.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mandala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42017360937003,"sku":"DM16471L","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/MandalaDiadelosMuertosLaCatrinaLimitedEditionAnejoTequila2025.jpg?v=1755128743"},{"product_id":"mandala-dia-de-los-muertos-life-after-death-limited-edition-anejo-tequila-bundle-2025","title":"Mandala Dia de los Muertos Life After Death Limited Edition Anejo Tequila Bundle 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandala Dia de los Muertos Life After Death Limited Edition Anejo Tequila Bundle 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e is the complete 2025 Day of the Dead release: two 1L individually hand-painted ceramic bottles of 80-proof (40% ABV) añejo tequila — and it is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMandala's annual Día de los Muertos editions are among the most collectible tequila bottles made, and 2025's \"Life After Death\" set pairs two designs — El Jimador, honoring the noble agave harvester at the start of tequila's journey, and La Catrina, José Guadalupe Posada's iconic figure adorned with cempasúchil marigolds, honoring remembrance. The bottles interlock through skeletal hands to complete each other when displayed together. Both bottles hold the same Mandala añejo — only the artwork differs. It's 100% Blue Weber agave from the Highlands of Jalisco, slow-cooked in brick ovens, double-distilled in copper stills, non-chill filtered and additive-free; the official 2025 copy ages it over 14 months in French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: cooked agave, caramel, vanilla, light oak, and warm baking spices on the nose; honeyed oak, rich toffee, dried fruit, and soft cinnamon on the palate; a smooth, long, warming finish of lingering sweet spice and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy buy the bundle? Because the two-bottle set is the definitive 2025 Mandala — both hand-painted designs, one purchase — and it sells out every year. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo-tequila\"\u003eanejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gift-sets\"\u003egift sets\u003c\/a\u003e collection, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Mandala\"\u003eMandala brand collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing note: sip the añejo neat from a copita to taste the French oak; display the pair together — the designs complete each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the bundle?\u003c\/strong\u003e Two 1L hand-painted ceramic bottles — one El Jimador, one La Catrina — of the 2025 Life After Death limited edition añejo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the tequila different in each bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — both bottles contain the same Mandala añejo; only the artwork differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the añejo aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 14 months in French oak barrels, per the official 2025 brand copy. Some retailers claim ~24 months in sherry casks — unverified against official materials; the draft uses the official wording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the NOM?\u003c\/strong\u003e Unverified for the 2025 release (third-party sources conflict) — no NOM is claimed; check the bottle label.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mandala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42017361362987,"sku":"DM16473L","price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/MandalaDiadelosMuertosLifeAfterDeathLimitedEditionAnejoTequilaBundle2025.jpg?v=1755129058"},{"product_id":"don-julio-70-dia-de-muertos-limited-edition-2025","title":"Don Julio 70 Dia de Muertos Limited Edition 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon Julio 70 Dia de Muertos Limited Edition 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e is the world's first clear añejo dressed for the holiday: Don Julio 70 — aged 18 months in American white oak, then charcoal-filtered to crystal clarity — in a 2025 Día de Muertos collector bottle designed by CFDA Men's Designer of the Year Willy Chavarría — and it is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the second year of Don Julio's artist-collaboration series (launched 2024): Chavarría reimagined Día de los Muertos motifs with roses in his signature luxury-streetwear language for a bottle built to be kept. Inside is the identical, unchanged Don Julio 70 liquid — 100% Blue Weber agave from the Highlands of Jalisco, 18 months in oak, filtered bright, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in this 750mL bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: crisp, bright agave, vanilla, toasted oak, honey, and light citrus on the nose; a silky palate of caramel, agave, toasted almond, and warm spice; a clean, lingering finish with oak and citrus zest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy buy the 2025 edition? Because the tequila is the award-winning 70 (Gold, 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition) and the bottle won't be made again — two collectibles, one price. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Don+Julio\"\u003eDon Julio brand collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spirits\"\u003espirits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing note: serve neat in a copita or reposado glass — a clear añejo deserves to be seen as well as tasted. Pairs beautifully with mole and roasted squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the tequila different from regular Don Julio 70?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — the liquid is identical to the standard Don Julio 70. 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Distilled in Jalisco with no additives, it is a collector's piece that drinks like a connoisseur's pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes (trade consensus):\u003c\/strong\u003e nose of sweet cooked agave, deep caramel, and vanilla layered with cinnamon and clove; a velvety, full-bodied palate of rich toffee and butterscotch opening into dark chocolate, dried fruit, and peppery spice; an exceptionally long, smooth finish of sweet vanilla and dry oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Day of the Dead decanter is the centerpiece of any premium tequila shelf — hand-painted, numbered-season, and never repeated — wrapped around a 28-month double-barrel añejo. Equal parts ofrenda-worthy art and serious sipping tequila. 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Made at Destilería El Pandillo by fourth-generation distiller Felipe Camarena — the \"Mad Scientist of Distilling\" — from estate blue weber agave slow-cooked 22 hours in stone ovens, crushed by the 19,000-pound custom tahona \"Felipestein,\" fermented on harvested rainwater, and double-distilled in copper pot stills. Additive-free, verified by Tequila Matchmaker. Vibrant aromatics of cooked agave and black pepper give way to vanilla, cinnamon, butterscotch, caramel, dark chocolate, warm oak, tobacco, and leather — available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant aromatics: cooked agave, black pepper, vanilla, cinnamon, butterscotch, whisper of smoke, hint of minerality. 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Crafted under Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco, it is designed as a liquid tribute to cherished memories — specifically the scents of traditional Mexican kitchens. A portion of the agave is cooked in a traditional pit oven, adding earthy depth and a subtle whisper of smoke; Tinoco calls it \"a nostalgic return to my grandmother's kitchen, to the wood-fired stove where she made tortillas.\" The result is a remarkably complex anejo spanning the full spectrum of oak maturation, from bright 12-month spirit to deep 38-month richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe decanter:\u003c\/strong\u003e an ivory-colored ceramic decanter — handcrafted and hand-painted — featuring traditional ofrenda (altar) illustrations by Mexican artist Erika Rivera, adorned with a handcrafted 24-karat gold locket medallion that opens to reveal a piece of reflective obsidian, symbolizing the connection between the present and the past. One retailer lists the worldwide run at just 10,000 bottles, making the series' finale one of the most coveted collectibles in ultra-premium tequila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes (trade-press consensus):\u003c\/strong\u003e deep amber in color; aromas of cooked Blue Weber agave, dark cherry, and orange peel layered with vanilla bean, spiced cinnamon, and toasted almond; a full-bodied, velvety palate of sweet vanilla and butterscotch balanced by dark sugar, chocolate, and nutmeg; an exceptionally long, smooth finish of sweet oak and rich caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e A series finale only happens once — Recuerdos completes the Nuestros Recuerdos collection, and the bottle is a work of art that happens to hold a superbly aged anejo. Sip it neat from a tulip glass with dark chocolate or pan de muerto. 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The \"Marigold Bridge\" bottle carries Campillo's original artwork — bright orange cempasúchil marigolds, a skull-inspired floral motif, and a side-profile illustration of two souls reunited through the depth and clarity of the liquid — in a matching black collector box marked \"Campillo Diseño Edición Limitada.\" Inside is the identical Don Julio 70 liquid: fresh agave, vanilla, and light citrus on the nose; smooth, rounded sweet agave with toasted oak, vanilla bean, and subtle spice on the palate; a long, elegant honeyed-oak finish with soft pepper — available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA. For more from the house, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose: fresh agave, vanilla, light citrus. Palate: smooth, rounded — sweet agave, gentle\/toasted oak, vanilla bean, subtle spice, caramel, baked spice. 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The six skulls are the Guardians themselves, each representing one of the tequila's defining elements: \u003cstrong\u003eEarth, Fire, Time, Family, Vision, and Eternity\u003c\/strong\u003e (per retailer release copy). Inside is Mandala's mature Extra Añejo — 100% blue agave, aged a minimum of three years in French oak, a deep, richly layered sipping tequila with ripe fruit, toasted oak, vanilla, caramel, and nuts over cooked agave. It arrives in a coordinated gift box, ready for display or gifting — this is the edition Mandala collectors build their Día de los Muertos shelves around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes (retailer release copy):\u003c\/strong\u003e ripe fruit and toasted oak layered with vanilla, caramel, and nuts; warm oak and gentle spice with the distinctive depth of extended French-oak maturation; smooth, full-bodied, and richly layered with a long, warming finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The annual Mandala Muertos release is a genuine collector's piece — a one-liter hand-painted ceramic with real three-year extra añejo inside, in a coordinated gift box. For the collector, the home bar, or the milestone gift. 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It is a heavyweight bottle; the filled weight is over 2.7 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the ABV of Mandala Guardians of Time 2026?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 40% ABV (80 proof), 100% blue agave, aged three years in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the Guardians of Time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The six hand-painted guardian skulls on the 2026 bottle, each representing one of the tequila's defining elements: Earth, Fire, Time, Family, Vision, and Eternity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Mandala Guardians of Time 2026 limited edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — it is Mandala's annual limited-edition Día de los Muertos release for 2026, in 1-liter hand-painted ceramic. 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Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco blends two añejo tequilas, each aged more than 30 months — one finished in casks previously used for Champagne, the other aged in American whiskey casks — and bottles it at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 1L hand-painted ceramic decanter. 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Each hand-painted decanter shifts from deep blue to vibrant magenta, inspired by the mano de león blossom used on ofrendas; a floral base with tiny skulls and droplets honors the duality of life and death, while 24-karat gold brushstrokes rise toward two marigolds symbolizing a soul in transformation. No two decanters are identical — and once the edition is gone, it is gone. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=Clase%20Azul\"\u003eClase Azul collection\u003c\/a\u003e, explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anejo-tequila\"\u003eañejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e, and shop the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tequila\"\u003etequila\u003c\/a\u003e shelf at Del Mesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright gold with luminous highlights. Aroma of pear compote, ripe apple, and peach with honey, sourdough, and toasted oak. The palate is silky and rounded — ripe pear, agave nectar, cacao nibs, and toasted walnut — with a bright freshness leading to a long, warm, gently spiced finish. Full body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip it neat in a tequila tasting glass at room temperature or slightly chilled, giving it time to open — this is a bottle bought for contemplation, not mixing. 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True to the de Madera name, the agave is fermented entirely in traditional wooden vats (tinas de madera), and the finished batch marries two distinct wood-fermented liquids aged separately in American whiskey barrels. The result runs deeper and richer than the standard G4 anejo while keeping the house's agave-forward core, all dressed in the most expressive packaging of the year. 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The 2026 Dia de Muertos blend is built from two. Sixty percent of the batch spent a full year in the historic George Dickel whiskey barrels held at El Pandillo; the remaining forty percent rested thirteen months in Jack Daniel's barrels on their second use — seasoned enough to give oak and whiskey character without overwhelming the agave. Blended as one unified batch, the whiskey barrels bring refined oak depth and a subtle whiskey undertone to G4's signature highland agave profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeeper richness leads, with the agave still firmly in charge: cooked agave sweetness layered with refined oak, a whisper of whiskey spice and vanilla from the two barrel programs, and the bright mineral edge that wooden-vat fermentation gives the G4 house style. The finish is long, warm and oak-kissed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2026 Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 box and bottle honor the spirit of Dia de Muertos through vibrant color and fine varnish detail, bringing the worlds of the living and the dead together in one design. Inside the box, a bright orange interior recalls the guiding light that welcomes loved ones back — a reminder that death is not the end, but the beginning of something beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip it neat at room temperature and give it a few minutes in the glass; the whiskey-barrel depth opens slowly. This is a bottle built for the ofrenda and the collection shelf alike — pour it on November 1st, and keep the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the G4 Dia de Muertos 2026 Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is G4's annual limited-edition anejo for Dia de Muertos, also called the Anejo de Madera. The 2026 release is a single batch blended from two wood-fermented, whiskey-barrel-aged components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"de Madera\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"De Madera\" means \"of wood\" — a nod to the traditional wooden fermentation vats (tinas de madera) used for the entire batch, a slower, older method that shapes the tequila's texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat barrels aged the 2026 edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSixty percent aged 12 months in George Dickel whiskey barrels held at El Pandillo, and forty percent aged 13 months in second-use Jack Daniel's barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 2026 edition limited?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is a single unified batch produced for the 2026 Dia de Muertos season; when it is gone, the blend cannot be repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder the G4 Dia de Muertos Anejo Tequila 2026 today, browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vendors?q=G4%20Tequila\"\u003eG4 Tequila\u003c\/a\u003e and the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/halloween\"\u003eHalloween collection\u003c\/a\u003e — available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, with shipping available nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"G4 Tequila","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67836534652971,"sku":"DM17280L","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/g4-dia-de-muertos-2026-full3.jpg?v=1791931149"},{"product_id":"dos-artes-calavera-doble-barrica-limited-edition-extra-anejo-tequila-2026","title":"Dos Artes Calavera Doble Barrica Limited Edition Extra Anejo Tequila 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDos Artes Calavera Doble Barrica Limited Edition Extra Anejo Tequila 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 2026 Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) entry in Dos Artes' annual Calavera series — the brand's Doble Barrica extra añejo presented in a hand-painted ceramic calavera decanter created for 2026. \"Doble Barrica\" — double barrel — is Dos Artes' dual-oak maturation: the tequila is made from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in Arandas, in the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, and aged a minimum of 36 months in brand-new French and American oak barrels curated and owned exclusively by Dos Artes. It is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 1L ceramic decanter and identified by the producer as additive free. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 36 months — extra añejo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doble Barrica — brand-new French and American oak barrels, curated and owned exclusively by Dos Artes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Blue Weber agave, Arandas, Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e NOM 1588 — Master Distiller León Bañuelos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autoclave-cooked, roller-mill extraction, natural and hybrid fermentation, double distilled in a pot still (alambique); additive free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted ceramic calavera decanter — the 2026 Día de los Muertos design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026 Limited Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoble Barrica: The Double-Barrel Extra Añejo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Doble Barrica is matured for a minimum of 36 months in brand-new French and American oak barrels — barrels Dos Artes curates and owns exclusively, rather than previously used casks sourced from other producers — so the cooked-agave character takes on the deeper color, sweetness and spice of new wood from two oak traditions at once. Production begins in Arandas under Master Distiller León Bañuelos (NOM 1588): highland Blue Weber agave is cooked in an autoclave, crushed by roller mill, fermented naturally and hybrid, and double distilled in an alambique pot still. The finished tequila pours bright golden with light amber tones and is, per the producer, additive free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2026 Calavera Decanter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDos Artes — \"two arts\" — was created to honor two Mexican artisans: the tequilero, whose craft turns Blue Weber agave into tequila, and the ceramic artist, who paints and finishes every Dos Artes decanter by hand over more than 72 hours, so no two bottles are ever identical. The 2026 Calavera decanter is a three-dimensional sculpted skull with intricate black detailing — raised floral patterns and white dotted accents against an earthy rose-brown ceramic body — a Day of the Dead design meant to be kept and displayed long after the last pour. Collectors of the series will want to compare it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dos-artes-calavera-doble-barrica-limited-edition-anejo-tequila-2025\"\u003eDos Artes Calavera Doble Barrica Limited Edition Anejo Tequila 2025\u003c\/a\u003e; browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dos-artes\"\u003eDos Artes collection\u003c\/a\u003e at Del Mesa for the rest of the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is rich with figs, dates, prunes, brown sugar and cooked agave — mature fruit and natural agave sweetness shaped by three years in new oak. The palate is full and rich, all cooked agave and dried fruit carried on the deeper character of the dual new-oak maturation, and the finish is rich and persistent, with lingering cooked agave, dried fruit, brown sugar and mature oak. For more tequilas aged to this standard, explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/extra-anejo-tequila\"\u003eextra añejo tequila\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or the brand's flagship \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dos-artes-reserva-especial-36-extra-anejo-tequila\"\u003eDos Artes Reserva Especial 36 Extra Anejo Tequila\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe neat in a tequila tasting glass and let the pour rest for several minutes — the layers of cooked agave, figs, dates, prunes, brown sugar, dried fruit and mature oak open up in the glass. For a cooler serve, pour over one large ice cube. Dark chocolate or lightly toasted nuts make simple accompaniments to its richer barrel-aged character, and the empty decanter earns a permanent place on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Dos Artes Calavera 2026 Limited Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the 2026 entry in Dos Artes' annual Calavera series: the Doble Barrica extra añejo in a hand-painted ceramic calavera decanter designed for Día de los Muertos 2026. Each year's decanter design is made for that year only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"Doble Barrica\" mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Double barrel.\" The tequila is matured a minimum of 36 months in brand-new French and American oak barrels that are curated and owned exclusively by Dos Artes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes the 2026 Calavera, and where?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is produced in Arandas, in the Highlands of Jalisco, at NOM 1588 under Master Distiller León Bañuelos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Dos Artes Calavera Doble Barrica 2026 additive free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the producer identifies this expression as additive free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the decanter really hand-painted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every ceramic Dos Artes bottle is hand-painted by Mexican ceramic artisans, a process spanning more than 72 hours, so each 2026 Calavera decanter is a one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the 2026 Calavera different from the 2025?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are Doble Barrica Calavera editions, but the 2025 carried an añejo while the 2026 steps up to an extra añejo — a minimum of 36 months in new French and American oak — and wears an all-new decanter design: a sculpted calavera face with intricate black detailing and white dotted accents on rose-brown ceramic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the bottle, and what proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA full 1L decanter, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder Dos Artes Calavera Doble Barrica Limited Edition Extra Anejo Tequila 2026 online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA — the Calavera design changes every year, and when the 2026 edition is gone, it's gone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dos Artes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67981814661163,"sku":"DM17453L","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/dos-artes-calavera-2026-front.jpg?v=1792698319"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/collections\/dia-de-muertos-collection.jpg?v=1793598326","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/collections\/dia-de-muertos.oembed","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}