Los Angeles, CA: December 10, 2025. In yesterday's highly anticipated Enthusiast Report tequila evaluation, Tequila Comisario Añejo achieved a standout victory, earning a remarkable 96-point rating and securing the #1 position among leading luxury tequilas.
The tasting panel celebrated the top placing expressions from the Añejo ultra-premium category:
Tequila Comisario Añejo — 96 Points (1st Place)
Fuenteseca Reserva 12-Year Extra Añejo — 94 Points (2nd Place)
Don Julio 1942 — 92 Points (3rd Place)
Comisario's Añejo, aged for 23 months and known for its exceptional balance, refined oak character, and silky finish, impressed judges with its elevated craftsmanship and depth. The 96-point score marks one of the highest Añejo ratings issued this season and reinforces Comisario's reputation as a leader in the luxury tequila category.
"We are honored to see Comisario Añejo recognized at this level among such respected names in the world of tequila," said Luis Cota, Tequila Comisario. "This rating reflects our commitment to patience, purity, and innovation at every stage, from our high-altitude estate agaves to our meticulous barrel-aging program."
The Enthusiast Report panel highlighted Comisario Añejo's hallmark tasting notes of roasted agave, caramelized oak, vanilla, warm spice, and a long, elegant finish, noting its "impeccable structure and remarkable smoothness."
Enthusiast Report Review: "Silk in Motion."
"Comisario's Añejo layers roasted agave with warm caramel, cocoa husk, and a whisper of toasted oak. The texture is velvety and composed, finishing with a long, amber glow that invites contemplation rather than haste."
Noted Tasting Notes
Caramelized agave
Vanilla bean
Candied orange
Baking spice
Why It Stands Apart
A masterclass in balance, the oak supports, never overwhelms, allowing Comisario's hallmark purity of agave to shine through.
Serving Recommendation
Neat in a tulip glass. A single large cube reveals deeper citrus and warm spice layers.
Suggested Pairings
Maduro cigar or dark chocolate sea-salt bark.
This win further elevates Comisario's position within the global luxury spirits sector and builds on the brand's momentum across consumer tastings, international competitions, and on-premise activations.
THE VICTOR'S GLOW: A Celebration Cocktail for Comisario Añejo's #1 Enthusiast Report Rating
Flavor Story: Inspired by the review's description "silk in motion, caramel, cocoa husk, toasted oak, long amber glow," this cocktail created by Comisario's cocktail creative team honors Comisario's depth while keeping the Añejo unmistakably center stage.
2 oz Comisario Añejo
¼ oz Aged Sherry
1 barspoon crème de cacao oscuro
2 dashes orange bitters
1 dash cocoa bitters
Aromatic Rim Dust
1 part crushed sea salt
1 part raw cocoa powder
1 part dried orange zest, finely microplaned
Garnish
Flamed orange peel
Cinnamon stick burnt, smoked over the glass
About Tequila Comisario
Tequila Comisario is crafted in the highlands of Los Altos, Jalisco, from estate-grown mature agaves cultivated in red volcanic soil. With a philosophy rooted in patience, purity, and precision, Comisario's award-winning portfolio includes Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo IX expressions, each reflecting the artistry and innovation of modern tequila.
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Creenagh Flynn, Creative Director, Stellar Spirits & Wines
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