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    Clase Azul distillery
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    Clase Azul

    Santa María Canchesda, Jalisco, Mexico Est. 1997 Clase Azul Spirits Official Website

    Region

    Mexico

    Founded

    1997

    Products

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    Heritage

    29+ years of heritage

    Owner

    Clase Azul Spirits

    ABV Range

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    Awards

    3 recognised

    Signature Profile

    Flavour Profile

    Smoky19%
    Fruity48%
    Floral29%
    Spicy77%
    Sweet59%
    Peaty5%

    Profile based on regional characteristics and distillery style. Individual expressions may vary.

    From Source to Spirit

    Production Process

    🌵Step 1

    Agave Harvest

    7–10 years growth

    Mature blue agave (7–10 years old) are harvested by jimadores who strip the leaves to reveal the piña (heart).

    🔥Step 2

    Cooking

    24–72 hours

    Piñas are slowly roasted in traditional stone ovens or autoclaves to convert starches into fermentable sugars.

    ⚙️Step 3

    Crushing & Extraction

    Hours

    Cooked piñas are crushed using a tahona (volcanic stone wheel) or roller mills to extract the sweet agave juice.

    🧪Step 4

    Fermentation

    3–12 days

    The extracted juice ferments naturally or with added yeast in wooden or steel tanks, developing complex flavour compounds.

    🥃Step 5

    Distillation

    4–8 hours × 2

    Double distillation in copper pot stills refines the spirit. The distiller carefully selects only the heart of the run.

    🪵Step 6

    Ageing

    0–5+ years

    Reposado (2–12 months), Añejo (1–3 years) or Extra Añejo (3+ years) in oak barrels develop depth and character.

    The Story of Clase Azul

    Known for its stunning hand-painted ceramic decanters as much as its ultra-premium tequila. Each bottle is crafted by Mexican artisans, making it a collector's item.

    Recognition & Excellence

    Awards & Achievements

    Gold Outstanding2022

    Clase Azul Flagship Expression

    IWSC

    Bronze2021

    Clase Azul Reserve

    World Whiskies Awards

    Silver2024

    Clase Azul Special Edition

    International Spirits Challenge

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    About Clase Azul Distillery

    Clase Azul is located in Santa María Canchesda, Jalisco, Mexico, established in 1997. Currently owned by Clase Azul Spirits, the distillery is known for producing exceptional spirits that reflect its unique terroir and heritage.

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