A rare extra añejo, finished in sherry and rum casks.
What it is
Don Julio Ultima Reserva is an extra añejo tequila made from 100% blue Weber agave and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV). It is aged in American white oak and finished in casks that once held Spanish sherry and Caribbean rum, then bottled in its tall signature design.
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 in American white oak and finished in sherry and rum casks
- Bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV)
Tasting notes
- Nose: dried fruit, caramel and roasted agave
- Palate: deep and silky, with toffee, vanilla, cocoa and baking spice
- Finish: very long, warm and elegant
Serving and pairing
Sip neat in a tequila glass or snifter. Pairs with dark chocolate, crème brûlée, aged cheeses and slow-cooked meats. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat.