Does Añejo Tequila Kill Agave Flavor? | Tau Añejo Review

Does añejo tequila lose its agave flavor once it spends too much time in a barrel? That’s the question I’m answering in this Tau Añejo Tequila review. A lot of tequila fans believe that aging tequila can strip away the soul of the agave, replacing it with too much oak, sweetness, or barrel influence. In this video, I put that belief to the test. Tau Tequila is one of my favorite brands coming out of NOM 1414, crafted by master distiller Sergio Cruz using traditional tequila production methods. This Tau Añejo is stone oven cooked, roller mill crushed, fermented in stainless steel, and aged 14 to 18 months in American oak barrels. The big question is whether that aging enhances the tequila or overwhelms the agave. In this Tau Añejo tequila tasting, I break down the nose, palate, and finish, focusing on agave-forward characteristics, barrel influence, and balance. I compare the añejo profile to Tau’s blanco to see if the core agave flavor survives the aging process. Expect notes of cooked agave, subtle pine, lime, juniper, caramel sweetness, and gentle oak influence. I also talk about why so many añejo tequilas lose their identity, how barrel aging can go wrong, and what Tau does differently to preserve agave character. This is a tequila meant to be sipped, shared, and enjoyed regularly—not just saved for special occasions. If you’re into agave-forward tequila, additive-free tequila, or want to understand the difference between blanco and añejo tequila, this review is for you. Whether you’re new to tequila or a longtime enthusiast, this video breaks down what really matters when it comes to aging tequila without losing its soul. Is this one of the añejos that keeps agave alive? Watch and decide for yourself. SUPPORT THE CHANNEL If you enjoy honest tequila reviews, interviews with brand founders, and deep dives into traditional tequila production: Like Subscribe Comment with your thoughts on añejo tequila Your support helps grow the agave community. © Tasting Tequila with Brad