spirits agave 40.0

Don Julio 1942 Añejo

About this product

Don Julio 1942 is the most recognisable premium tequila in the world — named for the year Don Julio González began distilling. It is an añejo tequila aged for a minimum of 2.5 years in American white oak barrels, at the Highland Jalisco altitude where the cooler temperature creates slower, more complex aging. The result is tequila of extraordinary richness: vanilla, caramel, dark chocolate, and the residual agave sweetness that highland piñas develop — all integrated through 30 months of American oak aging. The tall, distinctive bottle with the hand-numbered tag is the VIP table's tequila of choice globally.

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colourDark amber

noseRich and complex — vanilla, caramel, roasted agave, dried fruit, dark chocolate

palateFull and silky — caramel, vanilla, agave, chocolate, warm oak spice

finishVery long, warm, vanilla and agave fade

Service

notesThis tequila should be sipped, not shot. Serve neat at room temperature to appreciate full complexity.

glasswareSnifter or rocks glass

serve tempNeat or with one large ice cube

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Tasting profile

Rich and complex — vanilla, caramel, roasted agave, dried fruit, dark chocolate

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Pairings

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casual

Don Julio 1942's aged character bridges the cochinita pibil's achiote and citrus; a prestige tequila for a Yucatan classic

classic main

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Don Julio 1942's aged oak complexity bridges the Wagyu tacos; a luxury tequila for a luxury Mexican taco preparation

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Don Julio 1942's vanilla, caramel, and aged agave character complements the rich, slow-rendered duck fat of carnitas — the pickled onion bridges acidity that refreshes between sips.

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casual

Don Julio 1942's smooth oakiness bridges the queso fundido's richness; a luxury tequila for a decadent Mexican snack

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Don Julio 1942's aged depth bridges the smoked brisket; a celebration tequila for a celebration taco

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Don Julio 1942 pairs with the premium guacamole service; an aged tequila for Mexico's most beloved condiment at its finest

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dessert

Don Julio 1942's caramel oak bridges the tres leches; a Mexican spirit for a Mexican celebration dessert

established dessert