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Cantera Negra Añejo
Cantera Negra Añejo is a tequila where barrel influence dominates the profile. Notes of oak, vanilla, and butterscotch are prominent on the nose and palate. Agave character is often subdued by strong wood flavors and alcohol heat. The spirit presents as sweet with hints of cinnamon and pepper, offering an easy-drinking quality despite the intense barrel presence. Some versions show a chemical aftertaste, while others highlight subtle agave notes alongside caramel and vanilla. The finish can be dry or lingering, with the wood frequently leading the charge rather than the agave itself.
Category:Tequila
Style:Añejo
Origin:
Cooking:Autoclave (high pressure)
Distillation:2x distilled, Stainless Steel Pot
ABV:40%
Price:
Extraction:Roller Mill
Plant:Azul (Agave tequilana)
Fermentation:Stainless steel tanks, 100% agave, Fermentation without fibers
Aging:French Oak barrels, American White Oak barrels, Cognac casks, Bourbon barrels
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Flavor Profile
Visual Phase
Color: Crystalline, very bright, with slight cold flashes could be perceived such as silver, very faint bluish or cold light gray under certain lighting conditions. Clarity: Clean and transparent, without impurities or turbidity.
Olfactory Phase
Aromatic profile with a combination of citrus, fruity, herbal and sweet notes. Aromas of pineapple, tangerine and grapefruit stand out, accompanied by apple yellow, mint and cinnamon, along with a sweet caramel note. The intensity aromatic is average, as is the alcoholic sensation.
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Taste Phase
Citrus and spicy taste profile, with defined flavors of mandarin, grapefruit and cinnamon, which provide a fresh and vibrant acidity. Sweet notes of pineapple are perceived and a sweetness reminiscent of caramel. Acidic flavors predominate, accompanied by a subtle sweetness. The alcoholic sensation is medium-low. The aftertaste shows an average persistence, dominated by citrus notes and fruity. Notes of pineapple, orange and lime are perceived. The alcoholic sensation and astringency is low, allowing the final notes to be expressed clearly and softness.
Read more🍍Pineapple
🍊Tangerine
🍎Apple
🫚Ginger
🪵Cinnamon
🥭Mango
🍊Grapefruit
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About the Brand
Cantera Negra is a mezcal brand with a meaningful name: it honors the mother of its founders and embodies the Mexican expression "this one with mother," implying something exceptional and perfect. This mezcal aims to connect with both connoisseurs and newcomers, offering a taste experience that symbolizes maternal love, care, and tradition.
