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Don Julio Blanco Gift Set 750ml - Item Code: 08043
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The Don Julio Blanco Gift Set is the perfect gift for any tequila connoisseur. This set includes a bottle of Don Julio Blanco, a smooth and crisp tequila made from 100% blue agave. The tequila is aged for a minimum of two months in stainless steel tanks, giving it a light, fresh flavor. The set also includes two Don Julio branded glasses, perfect for enjoying a margarita or sipping the tequila neat.
Tasting Notes: Don Julio Blanco has a light, fresh flavor with notes of citrus, pepper, and agave. It has a smooth finish with a hint of sweetness. Enjoy it neat or in a classic margarita.
Producer Notes: Don Julio Tequila
Don Julio Tequila is a premium tequila producer that is based in Atotonilco El Alto, Jalisco, Mexico. The company was founded in 1942 by Don Julio González, who was a master distiller and a pioneer in the tequila industry. Don Julio Tequila is known for its high-quality tequilas that are made using traditional methods and the finest agave plants.
Don Julio Tequila produces a range of tequilas that are categorized into four different types: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and 1942. The Blanco tequila is unaged and has a crisp, clean taste with notes of citrus and agave. The Reposado tequila is aged for eight months in oak barrels, which gives it a smooth and mellow flavor with hints of vanilla and caramel. The Añejo tequila is aged for 18 months in oak barrels, which gives it a rich and complex flavor with notes of chocolate and coffee. The 1942 tequila is a special edition tequila that is aged for two and a half years in oak barrels, which gives it a deep and complex flavor with notes of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak.
In addition to its tequilas, Don Julio Tequila also produces a range of other drinks that are famous. These include the Don Julio Paloma, which is a refreshing cocktail made with Don Julio Blanco tequila, grapefruit soda, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. The Don Julio Margarita is another popular cocktail that is made with Don Julio Blanco tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Don Julio Tequila also produces a range of flavored tequilas, including Don Julio Reposado Double Cask, which is aged in both American and French oak barrels, and Don Julio Blanco Citrus, which is infused with natural citrus flavors.
Overall, Don Julio Tequila is a premium tequila producer that is known for its high-quality tequilas and other drinks. The company has a long history of producing tequilas using traditional methods and the finest agave plants, which has helped it to become one of the most respected tequila producers in the world.
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Tequila is a distilled spirit made primarily from the blue agave plant (Agave tequilana), predominantly produced in the Jalisco region of Mexico, along with some areas in Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas. This unique spirit undergoes a meticulous distillation process, typically involving double distillation in pot stills or column stills. Tequila is categorized into several types based on its aging process: Blanco (unaged or aged less than 2 months), Reposado (aged between 2 months and 1 year), Añejo (aged between 1 and 3 years), and Extra Añejo (aged over 3 years). Each type offers distinct flavor profiles ranging from fresh and herbal to rich and complex.
The flavor and aroma of tequila vary significantly across its categories. Blanco tequilas are known for their crisp texture with fresh citrus notes, peppery hints, and agave sweetness. Reposado tequilas present a softer profile with vanilla and caramel undertones derived from oak aging. Añejo varieties boast richer flavors such as chocolate, coffee, and dried fruit alongside pronounced oak influence. Extra Añejo tequilas deliver complex layers of deep wood characteristics combined with smoothness. Tequila is versatile in cocktails; it serves as the base for popular drinks like Margaritas, Tequila Sunrises, Palomas, and various craft cocktails that highlight agave spirits.
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