Hornitos® Black Barrel® starts as a premium, aged Añejo, then spends four months in deep charred oak barrels to give it rich, smoky flavor and a golden amber color. It spends an additional two months in specially toasted barrels for more depth and distinct complexity. Easy to drink and unforgettably smooth, Hornitos® Black Barrel® was the most highly awarded tequila of 2014*. Color: Rich dark amber. Aroma: Oaky-vanilla notes with spicy pepper and smoky hints of oak. Taste: Inviting and intricate blend of agave and woody notes with vanilla and citrus. Finish: Clean, smooth finish with slightly lingering notes of caramel, wood, sugars and oak.