What aging classifications are used for sotol?

Sotol is classified into several aging and style categories:

  • Blanco (Silver) — unaged and bottled after distillation
  • Joven/Oro (Gold) — typically a blend or lightly treated style
  • Reposado (Aged) — rested in wood for a defined period
  • Añejo (Extra-Aged) — aged longer in wood, developing deeper complexity
  • Crema (Cream) — a liqueur-style expression made with sotol as a base.

These categories are defined under Mexico’s regulatory framework for sotol.

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