Día de Muertos is one of Mexico's most cherished traditions, honoring those who came before through the belief that life does not end but transforms — that memory, love, and ritual allow those we hold dear to remain with us across generations. Trascender marks a new chapter in Clase Azul's Día de Muertos creations: following the completion of the brand's acclaimed Nuestros Recuerdos series (2021–2025), this release stands on its own as the beginning of a new approach, with each future Día de Muertos edition conceived as a singular creation.
Curated by Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco, the tequila inside is a captivating añejo blend. At its heart is an exceptional añejo aged for more than 30 months and finished in casks previously used to ferment wine destined for Champagne production, complemented by a second añejo aged over 30 months in American whiskey casks, whose bold character and toasted notes bring the blend to completion. The Champagne-destined wine casks carry the imprint of autolysis — the slow release of compounds from spent lees — imparting warm, buttery aromas of toasted walnut and freshly baked bread.
Tasting Notes
Color: Bright gold with luminous highlights.
Aroma: Pear compote, ripe apple, and peach unfold into notes of honey and sourdough bread, underscored by toasted oak.
Palate: Silky and beautifully rounded, revealing ripe pear, agave nectar, cacao nibs, and toasted walnut, with subtle acidity lending freshness and leading to a long, warm finish with delicate spice.
Body: Full.
The Decanter
The decanter's glaze shifts from deep blue to vibrant magenta, a hue inspired by the mano de león, one of the traditional blossoms used to adorn ofrendas — the altars created to honor the departed. Around its base unfolds an intricate floral composition evoking the petal-strewn paths believed to guide returning souls during Día de Muertos, with subtle details from tiny skulls to delicate droplets honoring the duality of life and death. From the floral composition, 24-karat gold brushstrokes ascend to symbolize the soul's luminous journey toward the sun, with two marigolds representing a soul in transformation as it passes from the physical to the spiritual realm. Every element is hand-painted by Clase Azul's artisans using their signature feathered brushstrokes.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy neat in a tulip-shaped glass with a wide bowl.
Why Collectors Seek This Out
A blend of two 30+ month añejo tequilas — one finished in Champagne-destined wine casks, the other in American whiskey casks
Marks a new chapter following the completion of Clase Azul's acclaimed Nuestros Recuerdos series (2021–2025)
Available only through a short list of exclusive Clase Azul locations
Product Details
Expression
Añejo Tequila Blend
Aging
Blend of Two Añejos, 30+ Months — Champagne Wine Casks & American Whiskey Casks
Size
1 Liter
ABV
40% Alc. Vol. (80 Proof)
Vessel
Individually Hand-Painted Ceramic Decanter, Día de Muertos Motif
Total Units
10,000 Worldwide
Producer
Clase Azul México, Guadalajara, Jalisco
Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What inspired this edition?
Trascender draws on Día de Muertos, one of Mexico's most cherished traditions, evoking the transcendental journey of the soul into the realm of the divine, where it joins the sun as it radiates its everlasting energy.
How is this different from the Nuestros Recuerdos series?
Trascender follows the completion of Clase Azul's annual Nuestros Recuerdos series (2021–2025) and marks the start of a new approach, with each future Día de Muertos release conceived as its own singular creation rather than part of an ongoing series.
What makes the aging process unique?
The tequila is a blend of two añejos aged over 30 months each: one finished in casks previously used to ferment wine destined for Champagne production, carrying the imprint of autolysis from spent lees, and the other finished in American whiskey casks for bold, toasted character.
Is every decanter's design identical?
No. Each decanter is individually hand-painted by Clase Azul's artisans using their signature feathered brushstrokes, so subtle variation in the artwork is normal and part of what makes each bottle unique.
How limited is this release?
The edition is strictly limited to 10,000 total units worldwide, available only at a short list of exclusive Clase Azul locations.
What does it taste like?
Expect pear compote, ripe apple, and peach aromas with honey, sourdough bread, and toasted oak, leading to a silky, full-bodied palate of ripe pear, agave nectar, cacao nibs, and toasted walnut, finishing long and warm with delicate spice.
