A smooth, oak-aged añejo for sipping or a premium cocktail.
What it is
Don Julio Añejo is a tequila made from 100% blue Weber agave and aged about 18 months in American white oak barrels. It is bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) and is available in 750 ml and 375 ml bottles.
Where and how it's made
- Made by Tequila Don Julio in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, from 100% blue Weber agave
- Named for Don Julio González, who began making tequila in 1942
- Aged about 18 months in American white oak barrels
- Bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV)
Tasting notes
- Nose: caramel, vanilla and wild honey
- Palate: rich and smooth, with butterscotch, oak and cooked agave
- Finish: long, warm and lightly spiced
Serving and pairing
Sip neat or on the rocks, or use it in a tequila Old Fashioned. Pairs with grilled steak, roasted pork, mole and chocolate desserts. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat.