LAKE BLUFF, IL (Aug. 4, 2025) – Riazul, the acclaimed tequila brand rooted in the highlands of Jalisco, is proud to announce the launch of Riazul Cristalino Añejo. The new expression builds on the legacy of the brand’s acclaimed Añejo tequila, recognized for over a decade as one of the best sipping tequilas in the U.S.
Riazul Cristalino Añejo is crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in the mineral-rich, volcanic "tierra roja" red clay soils of the Jalisco Highlands in Western Mexico. It is aged for a minimum of twelve months in American oak barrels before undergoing a proprietary high-tech filtration process that gently removes color while preserving the depth and complexity of the original Añejo. The result is a silky-smooth, crystal-clear tequila that embodies both tradition and modern luxury.
“Riazul Cristalino Añejo is the next chapter in our story,” says founder Iñaki Orozco. “It honors where we come from while embracing the future of ultra-premium tequila. Cristalino tequila is one of the fastest-growing segments in premium spirits, and as Mexico earns greater recognition for its craftsmanship and cultural sophistication, Cristalino Añejo shows how Riazul Tequila belongs in the evolving conversation of modern luxury.”
Riazul crafts exclusively small-batch tequilas that are all made from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in the Jalisco highlands, a region defined by its high elevation and micro-climate, producing a sweeter, more distinctive base. Cristalino Añejo joins Riazul’s award-winning portfolio including: Extra Añejo, Añejo, Reposado, and Plata.
At the heart of Riazul Tequila lies a legacy of independence, first ignited by matriarch Maria H. Gomez. Maria was granted 10,000 acres of land in return for her courage and service as high counselor to the rebels during the Mexican War for Independence. She gave away most of the land to fellow revolutionaries, holding on to just 250 acres. Inspired by her vision, her great-grandson Orozco carried that same spirit forward when he became the first in his family to recognize their original land grant as ideal for growing agave. This decision marked the beginning of Riazul’s story: reclaiming history while forging a new future in tequila, one rooted in heritage, independence, and the relentless pursuit of perfection.
Cristalino Añejo continues Riazul’s tradition of honoring heritage through innovation and independent vision. Riazul Cristalino Añejo (SRP: $138) offers a complex, layered sip with delicate notes of ripe fruit, honey, vanilla, and warm spices and an exquisite finish. Enjoy it neat or on the rocks to appreciate the refined complexity.