Don Julio 1942 Anejo Tequila Mexico 70 cl 38%

Some tequilas are made to be drunk quickly. Don Julio 1942 is made to be remembered. Its name honours the year a seventeen-year-old named Julio González took his first step toward changing what tequila could be — and the result is a bottle that still sets the standard for how smooth and refined an agave spirit can taste.

Expert Description

Don Julio 1942 is a Mexican Anejo Tequila made from 100% Blue Weber agave and aged in American oak barrels for at least 24 months at 38% ABV.

It is produced in small batches and has established itself as one of the most respected names among tequila connoisseurs worldwide. While most Anejo tequilas rest for around a year, Don Julio 1942 spends twice as long in the barrel, giving it an unusually smooth, deep and layered character. It is made for exclusive cocktail bars and for those seeking a tequila for pure sipping.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Rich caramel and chocolate.

Palate

Warm oak, vanilla and roasted agave.

Finish

Long, with lingering notes of oak and rich vanilla.

Specifications

Name: Don Julio 1942
Distillery: Don Julio
Region/Country: Jalisco, Mexico
Type: Mexican Anejo Tequila
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak barrels (previously used for bourbon)
EAN no.: 7506064300191
Serving suggestion: Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass or with a single large ice cube.

Flavour Profile

Rich Caramel · Chocolate Notes · Sweet Vanilla · Oak-aged

Did You Know?

Did you know Don Julio 1942 is aged twice as long as the brand’s standard Anejo tequila? Those extra months in the barrel are part of why the bottle has become a fixture in the world’s most exclusive cocktail bars and nightclubs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Don Julio 1942

What does Don Julio 1942 taste like?

It offers rich caramel and chocolate on the nose, with warm oak, vanilla and roasted agave on the palate, finishing long with lingering notes of oak and rich vanilla.

Is Don Julio 1942 worth it?

Don Julio 1942 sits at the very top of the tequila category. Its extended ageing of at least 24 months, small batch production and reputation as one of the most celebrated names among bartenders and tequila connoisseurs set it apart from a standard Anejo tequila. It is that rarity and craftsmanship the bottle represents.

Why is it called 1942?

The name honours the year the then 17-year-old Julio González borrowed money to take over his first distillery in Atotonilco el Alto, beginning the journey that later defined the Don Julio brand.

How should Don Julio 1942 be served?

Best enjoyed neat in a tulip glass at room temperature, letting the deep aromas unfold, or with a single large ice cube.

How long is Don Julio 1942 aged?

It rests for at least 24 months in American oak barrels, twice as long as the brand’s standard Anejo expression.

Is Don Julio 1942 made from 100% agave?

Yes, it is distilled entirely from Blue Weber agave with no added sugar cane spirit.

Is Don Julio 1942 a good gift?

Yes, it’s one of the most respected tequilas in the world and makes an obvious gift for celebrations or a special occasion.