Don Julio 70® Añejo Cristalino Tequila is the culmination of 70 years of knowledge, expertise and innovation that brings the smoothness of a Blanco tequila and the complexity of an Añejo tequila together for a totally unique tequila experience. The way Don Julio made his tequila still inspires us to this day, it’s the same devotion, using the recipe originated and perfected by Don Julio Gonzalez almost 80 years ago. The piñas are transported on a truck to Don Julio's Distillery where they are cut into equal sized pieces so that they bake evenly. Don Julio's first tequilas were shared with friends only, but as word on the quality of his tequila spread, he officially founded a company to put him in business.

He harvested the agave only when it was fully mature, and then worked with only the most juicy and ripe parts of the agave heart, or piña. If you need a crash course in Tequila 101 to help you understand the differences between the blanco, reposado and añejo varieties, our handy guide is here to help. Don Julio still follow these principles of their founder in the production of their tequila today, and they have grown into one of the world's most popular tequila brands. He experimented with controlling various aspects of the tequila-making process, "from the cultivation of the agave to the bottling of the final product.

With a mellow, elegant flavor and inviting aroma, Don Julio® Reposado Tequila is best savored as part of a refreshing tasting cocktail or chilled on the rocks.

This strong profile makes blanco tequila great in cocktails as the bold flavor can go toe to toe with any mixer you throw at it. Melita Kiely, editor of The Spirits Business magazine and chair of The Global Spirits Masters, said: “Don Julio lived up to its reputation for high-quality Tequila in this year’s blind tasting. These cookies allow us to create statistical analyses to determine which articles are the most popular.I know this is the most boring title on the planet, but when it comes to the ultimate Reposado Margarita, this recipe is king. While Don Julio Reposado is still widely available and enjoyable, it is no longer considered one of the best Reposados on the market. It’s a great one to mix but you really should at least try it on the rocks to enjoy it in all its naked glory.

Effortlessly adds depth and complexity to your margarita without losing its underlying refreshing citrus. Joven is particularly adept in cocktails as it provides the bright citrus of blanco and the vibrant character of rested tequila all in one neat package. That extra time intensifies the colors and notes of a reposado, darkens the tequila even further and produces a richer taste. Their tequilas have won major awards, including a pair of prestigious double gold medals at both the 2008 and the 2011 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Don Julio is known as a favourite among serious tequila drinkers, and its reputation for rich, sweet flavours and smooth, refined mouthfeel is well deserved!V. from its corporate facility in the Colonia El Chichimeco district, in the city of Atotonilco El Alto, Jalisco, Mexico. We want to provide you with the tools to confidently bartend within your own home and to have some fun while doing it too! I am committed to overseeing personally the agave plantations that are so vital to the superior and unique quality of the Tequila that bears my name. Some producers choose to rest the tequila in steel tanks for less than two months to let the flavors settle a bit across batches before distributing it into individual bottles.

It’s worth noting that Añejo was considered Don Julio’s top-tier option until the introduction of 1942. To mark our 80th year, Don Julio honors those who are as devoted to their craft as Don Julio González was to making tequila.What you will find in Liquid Culture is an abundance of recipes that can accommodate all levels, quick how-to videos, educational segments, featured products and so much more. The tricky part is that once opened they remain good but once you have 25% of the liquor left I suggest you finish it ASAP as they develop a funky taste. Our story began in 1942, when a young Don Julio González saw a unique opportunity in the production of tequila.