How We Make our100% Blue Weber Agave Tequilas
How Don Julio Started
To better understand how Don Julio is made, we need to start at the beginning with our founder. Don Julio González’s legacy began in 1942 in the Highlands of Jalisco, where he founded La Primavera distillery with a vision rooted in love for the land, agave, and his community. His unwavering dedication to the craft of tequila-making led him to create a spirit of exceptional quality, setting a standard that still guides us today. At Don Julio, we honor this tradition by following the original recipe he perfected over 80 years ago, using only 100% Blue Weber Agave and maintaining the same passion and care he did. With a deep respect for the heritage of tequila, we continue to produce exceptional liquids for a variety of palates and occasions, always in full compliance with the Tequila Official Standard (NOM) and certified by the CRT.
Is Don Julio Made with 100% Blue Weber Agave?
Don Julio tequilas use the finest, perfectly matured, 100% Blue Weber Agave that are cultivated in the rich clay soils of Jalisco, Mexico. Don Julio adheres to a long and very strict list of specifications which includes the selection of lands, the selection of the agaves, the space between agaves, and very detailed care for the plant during the more than six years each takes to mature – all to ensure the unique profile.
How are Don Julio tequilas distilled?
Don Julio was among the first to age tequilas beyond the standard regulations. This extended aging process helps achieve the most extraordinary flavor. Don Julio uses fully matured agaves, a slow cooking process in masonry ovens, fermentations using a unique yeast strain developed by Don Julio González, and double distillation in copper pot stills, to achieve its distinctive tequila profile.
Made with the Highest Quality
We have an amazing portfolio of different tequilas for different occasions, and the way we craft our tequila allows our liquids to shine in every serve. From Don Julio Blanco to our range of Añejos, our tequilas elevate the complexity of every cocktail and create a great sensorial experience. Innovation is in our DNA and keeps us inspired to continue creating and extending our portfolio and offer amazing tequilas for different moments and for different palates.
Discover the Full Range of Don Julio Tequilas
Explore the unique characteristics of each - from the meticulous distilling process to the signature look, aroma, and flavor that define every bottle.
The soul and basis of our portfolio (Exluding Alama Miel and Ultima Reserva).
| Sight | Cristal-clear unaged tequila. |
| Nose | Crisp agave, fresh citrus, and sweet fruit notes. |
| Mouth | Cooked agave, herbal taste, citrus flavor and a hint of black pepper as aftertaste. |
The first “Añejo Cristalino,” Created to honor the 70th anniversary of Don Julio, 15+ month aged Añejo liquid that is charcoal filtered to achieve a smooth liquid that balances the crispness of the agave and the richness of Añejo.
| Sight | Clear, brilliant and transparent with golden reflections. |
| Nose | Crisp fresh agave aromas with hints of caramel and vanilla. |
| Mouth | Very smooth sensation, rich flavors of honey, cooked agave, and a hint of fresh green apple. |
Considered the first luxury tequila and our first Tequila Reserva de Do Julio. It rests 8+ months in ex-bourbon American White Oak casks.
| Sight | Nice straw pale color with light golden hues and light to medium body. |
| Nose | Cooked Agave, honey, vanilla and ripe banana. |
| Mouth | Incredible mellowing sensation with hints of oak, chocolate, cinnamon and warm spices. |
Launched in 2024, a blend of Blanco tequila distilled with oven-roasted agave honey and Añejo tequila, aged 14+ months and finished in Crémant du Limoux barrels.
| Sight | Lightly straw pale color with silver nuances. |
| Nose | Sweet honey and spiced orchard fruits with baked apple and floral aromas. |
| Mouth | Smooth, sweet flavors of honey, and a touch of citrus, with a warm lingering honeyed profile. |
Aged for 18+ months in ex-bourbon American White Oak casks.
| Sight | Golden color, brilliant with slight amber nuances. |
| Nose | Cooked agave, wild honey, tropical fruits and oak. |
| Mouth | Nice complexity and character featuring notes of caramel, chocolate, vanilla and spice with a lingering richness. |
Ultima Reserva is the pinnacle of luxury—aged 36 months and crafted from the final agave plantation Don Julio and his family planted in 2006. This rare tequila is carefully distilled and aged using a Solera system, blending tequilas with unique characteristics finished in exceptional casks.
| Sight | Beautiful appearance with dark amber color and copper hues. Brilliant and bold. |
| Nose | Toasted oak, caramel and dried fruit. |
| Mouth | Rich and full bodied, with caramel, oak, dark chocolate, and a hint of apricot and orange, with a luxurious lingering depth. |
An Añejo tequila, launched to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Don Julio Gonzalez in the tequila industry. Aged for 24+ months in ex-bourbon American White Oak casks.
| Sight | Nice amber color, brilliant with golden nuances. |
| Nose | Vanilla, dark chocolate, oak and a hint of coffee bean. |
| Mouth | Silky smooth sensation featuring vanilla, tropical fruits as mango, oaky notes, cooked agave with a long, sweet finish. |
