Single Estate. Single Vintage. Singular Expression. Tequila Ocho Extra Añejo 2018 is one of the few tequilas still made slowly in the old-fashioned way — a single estate, single vintage expression that accentuates what is truly exclusive to tequila: the pure, expressive character of the agave. The 2018 vintage captures a specific moment in time from a specific rancho in the Highlands of Jalisco, offering a depth and terroir-driven complexity that sets Ocho apart from virtually every other tequila on the market. Bottled at 40% ABV, this is a tequila for those who appreciate craft, patience, and provenance. Tasting Notes Nose: Rich cooked agave, vanilla, toasted oak, dried fruit, and warm caramel with a floral Highland lift Palate: Full and complex — sweet agave, dark fruit, baking spice, chocolate, and layers of oak from extended aging Finish: Long, elegant, and warming with lingering agave sweetness, oak, and a refined spiced close Frequently Asked Questions What makes Tequila Ocho unique? Tequila Ocho is one of the only tequila brands to practice single estate, single vintage production — meaning each release comes from one specific rancho (agave farm) in one specific year. This approach, borrowed from the wine world, allows the terroir of each estate to express itself fully in the final spirit. What does "Extra Añejo" mean? Extra Añejo is the highest age category in tequila, requiring a minimum of three years of barrel aging. Tequila Ocho Extra Añejo 2018 exceeds this minimum, developing exceptional depth, complexity, and smoothness through extended oak maturation. What does the 2018 vintage signify? The 2018 vintage indicates the year the agave was harvested and the tequila was produced. Like a wine vintage, it reflects the specific growing conditions, agave maturity, and character of that particular year — making each vintage a unique and unrepeatable expression. How should I enjoy it? Best enjoyed neat in a snifter or copita glass to fully appreciate its complex agave and oak character. A few drops of still water can open up additional layers of flavor. Is this a collectible bottle? Yes — single estate, single vintage Extra Añejo tequilas from Ocho are produced in limited quantities and are highly sought after by collectors and tequila enthusiasts worldwide.
