818 Tequila Añejo

Overview

818 Añejo is the top of the standard 818 range and the expression that makes the clearest case for taking the brand seriously. Aged in American whiskey barrels for a minimum of 12 months, it builds on the vanilla and caramel character of the Reposado and pushes it further, richer, fuller, and with a depth that holds up next to añejos at significantly higher price points.

Founded by Kendall Jenner in 2021, 818 has consistently leaned into the liquid rather than just the name, and the Añejo is the best example of that. The whiskey barrel aging adds a familiar warmth for anyone coming from brown spirits, while the agave base keeps it grounded as a proper tequila. It's an easy bottle to recommend and a harder one to put down.

The Distillery

Produced in Jalisco, Mexico using 100% Blue Weber agave. The use of American whiskey barrels across the 818 aged range is a consistent brand choice that pays off particularly well at the añejo level, a full 12 months in ex-whiskey casks gives the spirit enough time to absorb the residual bourbon character without letting it take over the agave foundation.

The 818 team has picked up genuine recognition in blind tastings across all three expressions, which is the most honest measure of whether a celebrity tequila is worth your shelf space. The Añejo holds its own in that company.

Why We Recommend It

At Tequila Brothers, we recommend 818 Añejo for customers who want:

• A rich, smooth añejo aged in American whiskey barrels for a fuller flavour profile
• Deep vanilla, caramel, and warm spice from 12 months of proper oak aging
• A premium sipping tequila at a price point that makes sense
• A whisky drinker-friendly bottle that still tastes unmistakably like tequila

It's also a solid gift bottle. The 818 name is widely recognised, the bottle looks premium, and the liquid genuinely delivers. Whether the person receiving it knows tequila well or not, they're going to enjoy it.

Production & Craftsmanship

A full year in American whiskey barrels is a meaningful commitment. The ex-bourbon casks bring residual vanilla, caramel, and light spice that works its way through the spirit over those 12 months, adding a richness and warmth that standard oak often takes longer to develop. The agave character holds up underneath it all, which is what you want from a well-made añejo.

Tasting Notes

What Makes This Tequila Special

How to Enjoy

Best neat or over a single large ice cube,  the whiskey barrel character and long finish really come through when there's nothing in the way. A Tequila Old Fashioned is also a natural fit if you want a cocktail that lets the barrel influence shine. If you're introducing a whisky or bourbon drinker to aged tequila for the first time, this is the bottle to start with. It meets them where they are and still shows them something new.

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