Deep in the mountains of Mexico, legends speak of La Pantera de Oro - a golden panther guarding a hidden potrero of the purest agave. Seen only under a blood moon, it leads the bold to a treasure of strength and luxury. High-proof and handcrafted, Pantera de Oro Extra Añejo tequila is a spirit worthy of the myth.
Pantera de Oro is a brand created by industry veteran and lover of most things tequila - Scott Baird. Scott has been at the forefront of the spirits and hospitality industry for more than two decades. Leaning into his love of tequila and his experience launching both Tequila Ocho and Ancho Reyes in the US market - he set out to create a new Extra Anejo profile - marked by finesse and balance and not just oak and structure.
Every Drop a Testament to the Craft
Technical Specs
* 100% Blue Weber Agave - 30+ Brix *
* Roasting time 24-36 hours. 60% in stone oven and 40% in autoclave *
* Barrel selection - mostly 1st and 2nd fill barrels – with some 3rd-5th as well - 50% French and 50% American *
* ABV - 53% Cask Strength *
crafted in the heart of Jalisco
In 2021, Scott saw a shift in the tequila world toward transparency, quality, and authenticity. With a deep respect for the jimadors and a desire to curate something meaningful, he set out to craft an extra anejo tequila that was bold, pure, and refined – more Armagnac and Calvados than bourbon influenced.
With clarity from the start: no additives, no shortcuts, no compromise.
For aging - he chose to offset the traditional bourbon whiskey notes of most extra anejos by by using 50% French oak and 50% American – that would lessen the overt whisky influence of extended aging.
A plan to start with an Añejo evolved over time. After three and a half years in barrel, the tequila had naturally crossed into Extra Añejo territory – developing a stunning golden-bronze color, refined structure, and a powerful core of agave character. The decision was made to bottle at cask strength - nothing else made sense.
In the fall of 2025, Pantera de Oro was born.
A tequila of instinct and intent - patience and power. Crafted for those who respect the process—and seek purity in their spirit.
