Description
Clase Azul “A Ballad of Fire,” also known as
Clase Azul Tequila Blanco Ahumado, is an artisanal unaged blanco tequila that uses ancestral methods to infuse a subtle, delicate smokiness into the spirit, contrasting with traditional mezcal smoke. Its flavor profile features notes of smoked agave, fresh plum, and red apple on the nose, leading to a palate with mineral undertones, fresh lemon, and a silky, smoky finish. The distinctive decanter’s design, with its textured ceramic base and copper accents, visually represents the earthen pit cooking and artisanal process used to create the tequila.
The Craftsmanship
- Agave Cooking:The 100% Blue Weber agave is slow-cooked in an ancestral earth pit oven lined with firewood and volcanic stone. This process imparts a delicate smoky flavor, distinguishing it from other tequilas.
- Fermentation & Distillation:After cooking, the agave is fermented in stainless steel tanks using proprietary yeast, then double-distilled in copper pot stills.
- Unaged Spirit:The “Blanco” designation signifies that the spirit is unaged, preserving its pure agave character while showcasing the unique smoke from its pit-cooked heritage.
Tasting Experience
- Appearance:The tequila is brilliantly crystal clear with silver highlights.
- Aroma:It presents a captivating aroma of smoked agave balanced with notes of fresh plum, red apple, and citrus.
- Palate:The flavor begins with fresh lemon and a distinctive mineral front that develops into a silky body, with smoked agave notes mingling harmoniously with the spirit’s natural sweetness.
- Finish:The finish is smooth, clean, and lingers with subtle smoky undertones.
The Decanter
- The decanter is designed to embody the tequila’s unique production process.
- The subtly textured ceramic base evokes the volcanic stones used in the pit ovens.
- The semi-opaque glass alludes to the tequila’s smoky, artisanal character.
- Copper accents on the cap and emblem add to the overall aesthetic, blending artistry with ritual
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