Añejo tequila is a type of tequila that has been aged in oak barrels for a period of one to three years. This aging process gives it a deep golden hue and a rich, complex flavor profile. Añejo tequila is often enjoyed as a sipping tequila due to its smoothness and distinctive taste, which includes notes of vanilla, caramel, butterscotch, and oak. It can also be used as a premium ingredient in cocktails, and some liken its flavor profile to that of whiskey. The aging period for añejo tequila sets it apart from other types of tequila, such as blanco and reposado, which are aged for shorter periods or not aged at all