{"product_id":"firebreak-anejo-tequila","title":"Firebreak Anejo Tequila","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eFirebreak Añejo Tequila is a smooth, oak-aged tequila crafted to emphasize richness and sipping elegance. Produced from 100% Blue Weber agave in the highlands of Jalisco, it develops a warm profile of caramel, vanilla, and dark fruit during extended barrel aging. The style leans toward a whiskey-like añejo—soft, slightly smoky, and layered with honeyed sweetness—making it appealing to tequila enthusiasts and bourbon drinkers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eThe founder of Firebreak Tequila, \u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eBerkeley “Augie” Johnson\u003c\/strong\u003e, survived the devastating \u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eThomas Fire in California in 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e, which destroyed his home and much of his community. After that experience, he created the brand partly as a way to support wildfire prevention and honor first responders. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dj9qse\" data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eWhat “Firebreak” Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"550\"\u003efirebreak\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strip of land designed to slow or stop the spread of wildfires by removing vegetation or planting species that resist burning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eAgave plants—used to make tequila—have \u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"750\"\u003every high water content\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means they can naturally act as fire-resistant barriers in dry landscapes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bfyc3m\" data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eHow the Brand Connects to That Idea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eThe tequila’s mission ties directly to that concept:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tatavp\" data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eThe brand promotes planting \u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eagave plants in fire-prone areas\u003c\/strong\u003e to help create natural firebreaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15l1t5b\" data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eFor every bottle or case sold\u003c\/strong\u003e, the company supports planting agave plants in vulnerable areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19b11zd\" data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eThe project is meant to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003ereduce wildfire spread and support communities affected by fires\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"495\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"f9yjiu\" data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eFirebreak Tequila is produced from \u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e100% Blue Weber agave grown in Los Altos de Jalisco\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most respected tequila-growing regions in Mexico. The agave is harvested, cooked, fermented, and distilled using traditional methods to highlight the natural sweetness of the plant. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eThe spirit is then \u003cstrong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eaged for at least 18 months in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the tequila to absorb deep flavors from the wood while softening the bright agave character. This aging process develops the signature añejo profile—richer texture, darker color, and layered notes of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eFirebreak emphasizes a heritage of smooth, sipping-style añejos, produced in collaboration with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eCasa Aceves family estate\u003c\/strong\u003e in the “Golden Tequila Triangle” of Jalisco. The goal is to create a tequila with the complexity and elegance of fine aged spirits such as cognac or single malt whisky. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eThe finished tequila is typically bottled around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"h8k796\" data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eAt the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e2023 Bartender Spirits Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e, Firebreak Premium Añejo Tequila received a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003eBronze Medal with 78 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, with judges noting aromas reminiscent of marzipan and grassy agave alongside pastry-like cinnamon notes on the palate. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1zd2u7\" data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eWarm caramel, light smoke, vanilla, and roasted agave with hints of dark cherry and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003eRich and rounded with caramel sweetness, toasted oak, baked apple, and subtle dried fruit layered over earthy agave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eSmooth and lingering with soft spice, honeyed sweetness, and gentle oak warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nnfao0\" data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2713\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2315\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2326\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2351\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eAñejo Tequila\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2383\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e~40% ABV \/ 80 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2425\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eLos Altos de Jalisco, Mexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2476\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBase Ingredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e100% Blue Weber Agave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2510\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003eMinimum ~18 months in oak barrels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2567\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003eCaramel, vanilla, toasted oak, honey, dark cherry, baked apple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2653\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003eSmooth, oak-aged sipping tequila with whiskey-like depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"a1dc09\" data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003eCocktail Recipes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eAñejo Tequila Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9z3kkp\" data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2808\"\u003e2 oz Firebreak Añejo Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"20ybsq\" data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003e¼ oz agave nectar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mfsgvn\" data-start=\"2831\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003e2 dashes aromatic bitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xbiy5o\" data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003eOrange peel garnish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2909\"\u003eHighlands Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9z3kkp\" data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003e2 oz Firebreak Añejo Tequila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iph3jq\" data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003e1 oz sweet vermouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1stin19\" data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003e2 dashes bitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"khsyw6\" data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003eLuxardo cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3121\"\u003eThe aging character allows Firebreak Añejo to work beautifully in cocktails typically made with bourbon or rye.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43516534751298,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Firebreak_Anejo_Tequila.jpg?v=1775573677","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/firebreak-anejo-tequila","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}