Patron Sherry Cask Aged Anejo
Patron Sherry Cask Aged Anejo is a 40% ABV (80-proof) añejo tequila from Jalisco, Mexico — 100% Weber blue agave fully matured for more than two years in oak casks from Spain previously used for fine Oloroso sherry. Part of Patrón's limited Cask Collection, it debuted in 2017 as an 8,000-bottle duty-free exclusive. Order this rare bottle online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV/Proof: 40% ABV / 80 proof
- Size: 750mL
- Aging: 24+ months, fully in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks (not merely finished)
- Origin: Jalisco, Mexico — 100% Weber blue agave; reported NOM 1492
- Production: Agave baked ~3 days in brick ovens; tahona + modern mill; Patrón Cask Collection limited release
Two Years in Sherry Casks — Fully, Not Finished
Most sherry-cask tequilas get a finishing stint; Patrón's spent its entire two-plus years in Oloroso casks from Spain. The distinction matters: full maturation lets the sherry wood reshape the spirit, layering pecan, dried fruit, and caramel through the agave rather than dusting them on top. Patrón's master distiller notes that these casks "exhibit an elegant flavour and aroma of pecans" — and the tasting notes agree. As an 8,000-bottle debut release, it remains one of the scarcest bottles in the Patron portfolio and a must for collectors of añejo tequila.
Tasting Notes
Brand notes describe a bright medium-gold color; aromas of pecans, fresh-cooked agave, light butter, and dried fruits; a taste of pecans, light toasted oak, caramel, raisins, and a hint of butter; and a long-lasting finish of fruits and pecans. Retailers add fresh apricots, prunes, sun-dried dates, vanilla pudding, fig preserves, and piloncillo.
How to Enjoy
Neat in a snifter or copita — this is a collector's pour, not a mixer. Let it breathe a few minutes; the pecan and dried-fruit character opens with air.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Patron Sherry Cask aged?
Over two years, fully in Oloroso sherry casks — not merely finished.
Is it a limited edition?
Yes — it debuted as an 8,000-bottle duty-free exclusive in 2017 and remains a limited-production Cask Collection release.
What does sherry cask do to tequila?
It adds pecan, dried-fruit, and caramel notes; Patrón's master distiller notes the casks impart an elegant pecan character.
What NOM is it?
Retailer spec listings report NOM 1492 (Patrón's own distillery in Jalisco).
Rare, sherry-matured, and unmistakably Patrón — purchase this limited Cask Collection bottle online at Del Mesa Liquor today.