Inclusivo Extra Anejo

Inclusivo Extra Anejo is listed under the extra añejo designation. In tequila, that term means the spirit has spent at least three years in oak. The details supplied for this bottle don't include ABV, origin or an official tasting profile, so what follows describes what the category typically delivers, not measured notes for this bottle. Styles like this usually show deep amber to copper color. Expect aromas of vanilla, caramel, toasted oak and baking spice, with dried fruit and cooked agave underneath. The palate is typically round and viscous, with a long, warm finish where the oak and agave sit together. Because long barrel time smooths and darkens the spirit, extra añejo is generally best served neat at room temperature, or very lightly cooled. Ice mutes the aromatics, so if you want dilution, add a few drops of water or one large, slow-melting cube. Pour it into a tulip-shaped copita, a Glencairn or a small snifter. These shapes hold the oak and spice aromas close to the nose, where a wide tumbler lets them escape. In cocktails, this style suits spirit-forward builds that keep the aged character intact. An Old Fashioned made with a small measure of agave syrup and a dash of aromatic or chocolate bitters is the classic choice. A tequila Manhattan with sweet vermouth also works. Bright, citrus-heavy drinks like a margarita would waste the oak work, so save those for younger bottlings. For food, look to flavors that echo the barrel: dark chocolate, roasted nuts, dried figs, aged cheeses and caramelized desserts like flan. A good cigar also pairs well with a spirit of this weight.