Siete Leguas d’Antano Extra Anejo 700ML

Siete Leguas d’Antano Extra Anejo 700ML is a 5-year extra aejo tequila bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 700ml format. Awarded Platinum at the 2024 TAG Global Spirits Awards, this expression stands as one of the few tequilas produced using a mule-drawn tahona stone a distinction held exclusively by Siete Leguas among active tequila distillers.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% | Origin: Atotonilco el Alto, Jalisco, Mexico | 5-Year Extra Aejo | Distillery: Tequila Siete Leguas (NOM 1120)

Production & Heritage

Tequila Siete Leguas operates two production facilities Fabrica el Centenario and Fabrica La Vencedora both located in Atotonilco el Alto in the Los Altos highlands of Jalisco. The d’Antao, whose name translates to “old-fashioned” or “old style,” is made from 100% blue Weber agave cooked in small-capacity stone clay ovens, then crushed by a mule-drawn tahona stone that operates twice daily at 11am and 3pm with rest periods for the mules between sessions. The resulting juice is distilled and aged for five full years in American oak barrels, producing a blend drawn from both facilities that reflects a commitment to pre-industrial production methods virtually extinct in the modern tequila industry.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Baked agave and toasted oak greet the nose first, followed by layers of vanilla, butterscotch, and dried cherries. Warm spice and dried raisins emerge as the spirit opens, grounded by a subtle earthiness.

Taste: The entry is rich with deeply cooked agave and vanilla toffee, moving into a mid-palate of salted caramel, honey, and leather. Cinnamon-laced oak spice builds toward the peak, punctuated by black pepper and dried fruit that keep the sweetness in check.

Finish: A slightly smoky, silky texture carries the finish for a notably long fade. Lingering notes of oak, toffee, and warm spice echo well after the final sip.

How to Drink d’Antao

This extra aejo is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open its layered oak and agave complexity. An Oaxacan Old Fashioned pairs naturally with the d’Antao’s smoky finish and caramel depth, especially when built with mole bitters. A Tequila Manhattan benefits from five years of American oak aging, which mirrors the barrel-aged character traditionally provided by bourbon or rye. In a Mejicano tequila, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters the dried fruit and spice notes integrate seamlessly with the vermouth’s herbal backbone.

Best For

• Gifting a brown spirits enthusiast who appreciates Scotch or bourbon
• Celebrating a milestone anniversary or achievement with a contemplative pour
• Introducing Scotch whisky drinkers to the depth of ultra-aged tequila
• Anchoring a top-shelf tequila collection focused on traditional production

Frequently Asked Questions

What does d’Antao taste like? D’Antao delivers a rich, layered profile dominated by cooked agave, vanilla toffee, salted caramel, and cinnamon oak spice. The finish is silky and slightly smoky with lingering warmth and dried fruit.

How does d’Antao compare to Don Julio 1942? D’Antao is aged five years in American oak roughly twice as long as Don Julio 1942’s approximately 2.5-year aging and is produced using a traditional mule-drawn tahona rather than modern methods. The result is a denser, more agave-forward extra aejo with pronounced oak complexity and a smoky edge that 1942 does not share.

Is d’Antao good for sipping neat? Five years of American oak aging produces a smooth, deeply complex tequila that rewards slow, undiluted sipping. A few drops of water can further open the layered aromas of baked agave and butterscotch.

Where is d’Antao made? D’Antao is produced by Tequila Siete Leguas (NOM 1120) at their two facilities, Fabrica el Centenario and Fabrica La Vencedora, in Atotonilco el Alto in the Los Altos highlands of Jalisco, Mexico.

What foods pair well with d’Antao? Dark chocolate truffles complement the toffee and vanilla notes. Aged Manchego or Gouda mirrors the nutty, caramelized character. Grilled lamb chops with rosemary bridge the smoky oak and warm spice. Mole negro enhances the dried fruit and cinnamon elements. Crme brle echoes the caramel and vanilla undertones.

What sizes does d’Antao come in? The standard and primary format for d’Antao is a 700ml bottle.

Is d’Antao worth the price? D’Antao positions as an ultra-premium extra aejo, justified by its five-year aging, mule-drawn tahona production, and Platinum recognition at the 2024 TAG Global Spirits Awards. It delivers complexity that rivals many aged Scotch whiskies and competes confidently with the top tier of the extra aejo category.

Why d’Antao?

Siete Leguas is the only tequila distillery that still employs a mule-drawn tahona stone, a method that predates mechanized production by centuries. The d’Antao expression showcases this heritage at its fullest, with five years of American oak maturation building layers of toffee, dried fruit, and oak spice atop a foundation of deeply cooked agave. Its Platinum medal at the 2024 TAG Global Spirits Awards confirms what the production method promises: an extra aejo of uncommon depth and authenticity. For anyone seeking a tequila that honors the category’s oldest traditions while delivering world-class complexity, d’Antao is among the most compelling bottles in the extra aejo class.