Pacheco Anejo Cristalino Tequila
Pacheco Anejo Cristalino Tequila is an 80-proof (40% ABV) 100% Blue Weber agave añejo cristalino in a 750mL bottle — aged at least one year in American oak barrels, then charcoal-filtered to crystal clarity. Part of the Pacheco 1988 line from Jalisco, Mexico, it delivers añejo depth with a clean, bright pour. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Aging: añejo — minimum 1 year in American oak, charcoal-filtered after aging
- Origin: 100% Blue Weber agave, Mexico; Pacheco 1988 line (NOM 1439 per CaskCartel — bottle read pending)
Aged Depth, Crystal Pour: The Pacheco 1988 Story
Pacheco 1988 is a premium Jalisco tequila line built, in the brand's words, "with expertise, tradition and passion, from the field to the bottle." The añejo cristalino spends a full year or more in American oak — long enough for real barrel character — before charcoal filtration strips the color but keeps the flavor. The result is the rare tequila that sips like an añejo and mixes like a blanco.
Tasting Notes
Milk chocolate, cinnamon, and vanilla on the nose; caramel, honey, oak, and vanilla on the palate with a crisp, peppery edge. Light, smooth, and faintly spicy — youthful pepper, honey, citrus, and herbs threading through the finish. A versatile cristalino tequila for neat pours and high-end cocktails.
How to Enjoy
Neat or on a large cube to showcase the aged-meets-bright profile; it also makes a top-shelf Cristalino Margarita. More from the brand at the Pacheco vendor page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cristalino tequila?
An aged tequila (usually añejo) that is charcoal-filtered after barrel aging to remove color while retaining aged flavor.
How long is Pacheco Anejo Cristalino aged?
A minimum of one year in American oak barrels before filtration.
What does Pacheco 1988 mean?
It is the brand line name used market-wide for this producer's premium tequilas.
For añejo flavor with blanco brightness, order Pacheco Anejo Cristalino Tequila online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.