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Don Julio - Real - Añejo
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€7,188.00 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
The Don Julio Real Tequila is the magnum opus of their tequila portfolio. Among the select few Extra-Añejo tequilas available on the market today, it has the special honour of being one of the pioneers. Double-distilled from the finest blue weber agave, the tequila is aged between for 5 years in American white oak ex-bourbon casks to create a one-of-a-kind tequila boasting rich aromas, incredible smoothness, and a sophisticated taste profile that is best enjoyed neat.Each flavourful sip of this fine Añejo first greets you with a pleasant and welcoming nose of citrus and sweet, cooked agave before seducing your taste buds with a well-aged silky-smooth palate of vanilla layered with notes of caramel, chocolate, and almond. Its final gift consists of a warm, sweet, and racy finish with lingering notes of oak and vanilla.Bottled in an ornate glass and metal bottle with an agave piña adorning its stopper, its place is and should be at the centre of your top shelf. Any less would be an insult to the fine craftsmanship that went into the creation of this masterpiece. So don’t hesitate and live a little by splurging on a bottle of Don Julio Real Tequila. An ultra-premium creation that is best reserved for life’s best moments.
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About this tequila
Don Julio is Mexico's pioneering tequila producer, founded in 1942 in the Jalisco highlands. The brand has established itself as a benchmark for quality and consistency in the tequila category, crafting spirits from the blue agave plant with meticulous attention to traditional methods combined with modern refinement.
Don Julio Real Añejo represents the pinnacle of the brand's aged portfolio. Aged in oak for an extended period, this Extra Añejo tequila develops deeper complexity and a refined character that distinguishes it from younger expressions. The spirit showcases the influence of careful maturation while maintaining the distinctive agave-forward profile Don Julio is known for. At 40% ABV, it delivers a balanced and approachable drinking experience suited to discerning palates.
This tequila works exceptionally well as a premium sipping spirit, best enjoyed neat or with minimal dilution to appreciate its nuanced profile. It serves as an elegant digestif or the foundation for refined cocktails in upscale settings. Ideal for collectors and those seeking a sophisticated Mexican spirit for yacht, villa, or fine dining applications.


Don Julio Añejo Elegance
Don Julio Añejo Elegance is a shaken cocktail made with Don Julio - Real - Añejo, served in a coupe.
- Method
- Shaken
- Glass
- Coupe
- Ice
- Cubes
- Garnish
- Thin lime wheel on the rim
Ingredients
- 60 ml Don Julio Real Añejo Tequila
- 20 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
- 15 ml agave nectar
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
Method
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the Don Julio Real Añejo Tequila, lime juice, and agave nectar.
- Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Double-strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
- Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters and gently stir to incorporate.
Serve
Serve in a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a thin lime wheel, carefully placed on the rim of the glass.
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Don Julio is a Mexican tequila producer based in the highlands of Jalisco, established by Don Julio González in 1942. The brand operates from the Los Altos region, where the red volcanic soil and high altitude create optimal…
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