Dos Artes Calavera — Extra Añejo Reserva Especial 36
Día de los Muertos Limited Edition 2026 — Hand-Painted Ceramic Calavera Decanter
Dos Artes has built its reputation on more than exceptional tequila — every release is a functional work of art, and the 2026 Calavera Reserva Especial 36 is one of its most striking yet. Housed in an intricately hand-painted ceramic decanter sculpted into a Día de los Muertos calavera (skull), this limited edition bottle is as much a collector's centerpiece as it is a sipping tequila.
Crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in the Jalisco highlands, this Extra Añejo is aged a minimum of 36 months — the namesake behind "Reserva Especial 36" — in exclusively curated new French and American oak barrels. That extended, dual-oak aging regimen delivers remarkable depth, balance, and elegance well beyond what's typical of standard añejo expressions, placing this release firmly among Dos Artes' most premium offerings.
Each decanter is individually hand-painted, meaning no two bottles are ever exactly identical — a detail that reinforces both the artisanal spirit of the brand and the collectibility of every limited annual release.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Honey and agave nectar, opening into layers of fig, caramel, dried fruit, chocolate, coffee, mandarin, tobacco, and warm spice.
Palate: Velvety and smooth, with rich agave sweetness, vanilla, chocolate, and allspice.
Finish: Long, with polished oak and lingering warmth.
How to Enjoy
Best enjoyed neat in a snifter or sipping glass to fully appreciate its layered complexity. This is a true sipping tequila, designed for special moments rather than mixing.
Why Collectors Seek This Out
Individually hand-painted ceramic calavera decanter — no two bottles alike
Aged a minimum of 36 months in curated new French and American oak
100% Blue Weber agave from the Jalisco highlands
Annual limited-edition release with strong year-over-year collector demand
Striking Día de los Muertos artistry makes it a standout gift and display piece
Limited quantities — allocation typically sells through quickly each year
Reserva Especial 36 — Día de los Muertos 2026 Limited Edition
Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the "36" in Reserva Especial 36 mean?
The "36" refers to the tequila's minimum aging period of 36 months in curated new French and American oak barrels, making this one of Dos Artes' longer-aged Extra Añejo expressions.
Is every bottle's design identical?
No. Each ceramic calavera decanter is individually hand-painted, so subtle variations in the artwork are normal and part of what makes every bottle unique.
Is this tequila meant to be displayed or actually consumed?
Both. While the ceramic decanter is a genuine collector's piece worth displaying, it's filled with a real 36-month-aged Extra Añejo tequila meant to be sipped and savored, ideally neat in a snifter.
What makes Extra Añejo different from Añejo or Reposado?
Extra Añejo is the longest-aged tequila classification, requiring a minimum of 3 years in oak. This release exceeds that minimum with its 36-month (3-year) aging in dual French and American oak, giving it deeper color and richer, more complex flavor than shorter-aged tequilas.
Is this a limited release?
Yes. Dos Artes releases a new limited-edition Calavera design each year, with quantities that typically sell through their initial allocation quickly. Once this 2026 edition sells out, it will not be reproduced.
What does it taste like?
Expect honey, agave nectar, fig, caramel, dried fruit, chocolate, coffee, and warm spice on the nose; velvety agave sweetness, vanilla, chocolate, and allspice on the palate; finishing long with polished oak and lingering warmth.
Where is this tequila made?
It's crafted from 100% Blue Weber agave grown in the Jalisco highlands of Mexico, following traditional artisanal production methods.
