However, it’s best to consume the remaining 25% of the bottle within a reasonable time frame to avoid any unpleasant taste that may develop due to oxidation or evaporation. Does it freeze? Reposado" means rested, and this tequila is aged in American and French oak barrels for up to six months. The ageing process imparts a golden hue and flavours of oak, vanilla, and toffee while maintaining the essential agave taste. I’m J Highland, and for over 30 years, I’ve been deeply immersed in the captivating world of Tequila, Mezcal, and other agave spirits. Here, I’m not just sharing opinions; I’m weaving tales from the rich tapestry of my experiences over these three decades. All Tequila starts with the blue agave, a spiky succulent that grows throughout the regions where Tequila is made. For a Tequila Reposado, the sweet sap in the heart of the blue agave is fermented, distilled, and then aged for two to 12 months in oak.

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Most Tequilas are unaged as they were bottled right after distillation; they are known as Blanco or Silver Tequila. The classic 1800 Tequila Silver is made from a selection of unaged tequilas that are double-distilled for the final batch. That is a hot commodity these days, especially with the pendulum-like swing of agave shortage and surplus. Additionally, awareness among consumers of additives and other corner-cutting processes in mass-produced tequila is increasing. Then there’s the label: The 1800 logo showcases a crest that reads, “Trabajo, Passion, Honestidad.” This translates to “work, passion, honesty.” The crest signifies the brand’s traditional farming and distilling practices, honoring the jimadors that harvest agave at its full maturation, between 8 and 12 years old.

It’s important to note that, unlike Scotch, adding water to tequila does not enhance its flavor. Does it have sugar?

It is essential to ensure that you choose Tequila labeled as “100% agave” to guarantee the best quality. Making Reposado Tequila takes patience. The blue Weber agave plant grows slowly. The succulent must be six or seven years old before it develops a sugary sap called aquamiel("honey water" in Spanish) that forms the base of Tequila. One distinctive feature of 1800 Tequila is its iconic trapezoidal bottle topped with a stopper that also serves as a shot glass, a nod to the brand's combination of tradition and innovation. Distillers are not obliged to disclose the use of additives as long as they don’t exceed 1% of the total content.