Lion Head Anejo Tequila
Lion Head Anejo Tequila is the brand's aged expression — 100% blue agave distilled and rested in oak barrels, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750mL bottle. Añejo tequila must spend one to three years in oak, and Lion Head's takes on the amber hue and rounded character that only wood imparts: caramel, vanilla, and roasted agave layered over the brand's bold agave core, in the signature lion head bottle. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV) — 750mL
- Agave: 100% blue Weber agave
- Style: añejo — aged 1–3 years in oak barrels
- Region: Mexico
- Bottle: signature lion head emblem design
Oak-Rounded, Agave-Cored
The jump from Lion Head's blanco to its añejo is the jump from fire to embers: the same bold blue agave, now smoothed and deepened by one to three years in oak. Caramel and vanilla move to the front, roasted agave provides the depth, and the finish lingers warm and refined — this is the bottle in the Lion Head line built for sipping. Explore more añejo tequilas or browse everything from Lion Head at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Amber in the glass; caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak on the nose over roasted agave. The palate is rich and rounded — vanilla bean, butterscotch, baking spice — with a smooth, lingering finish.
How to Enjoy
Neat in a rocks glass or snifter — an añejo this rounded deserves nothing but a few minutes of air.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does añejo mean in tequila?
Añejo means "aged" — tequila rested in oak barrels for one to three years, giving it amber color and rounded vanilla-and-caramel character.
Is Lion Head Anejo good for sipping?
Yes — it is the sipping expression of the Lion Head line, with the brand's bold agave core softened by oak aging.
What's the difference between reposado and añejo?
Reposado rests 2–12 months in oak; añejo rests 1–3 years, making it darker, richer, and more complex.
For the oak-lover's shelf — pick up Lion Head Anejo Tequila at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.