Don Julio 70 White Anejo 750ML

The World's First Cristalino Redefining Aged Agave

Step into the history books of modern agave engineering with Don Julio 70 Añejo Claro (globally celebrated as the pioneering catalyst of the Cristalino category). Originally released to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the year legendary founder Don Julio González began perfecting his craft in 1942, this landmark bottling completely disrupted the premium spirits world.

Historically, tequila drinkers faced a strict trade-off: choose a clear Blanco for crisp, peppery, raw agave flavors, or an amber Añejo for smooth, oaky, dessert-like complexity. Don Julio 70 completely dismantled this divide. Housed in its signature heavy, square-shouldered 750ml glass decanter, this masterwork offers the complex smoothness of an extra-aged añejo wrapped in the brilliant clarity of a silver tequila—custom-tailored for discerning collectors, elegant celebrations, and high-fidelity mixology.

The unique flavor profile of Don Julio 70 relies on a specialized maturation timeline and an innovative, high-precision filtration system. The process begins with 100% Blue Weber Agave, hand-selected from the iron-rich soils of the Los Altos Highlands (NOM 1142). The agave hearts are slow-cooked in traditional masonry ovens, fermented, and double-distilled in classic copper pot stills.

From there, the liquid undergoes a premium aging journey:

1. The Oak Maturation: The clear distillate is filled into select American white oak barrels, where it ages for a full 18 months. This lengthy rest infuses the liquid with rich oak sugars, deep vanilla, and silky complexity.

2. The Cristalino Filtration: The fully matured, golden-amber añejo is ran through a proprietary, custom-calibrated activated charcoal filtration loop. This scientific filtration precisely strips away the dark amber colors and heavy wood tannins picked up from the barrel while locking in the rich vanilla, caramel, and smooth texture. The final spirit is proofed to an authentic 40% ABV (80 Proof).

Taste Profile & Modern Mixology

• The Profile: Completely crystal-clear and transparent in the glass, with a stunning diamond-like sparkle and thick, slow-dropping legs that reveal its underlying barrel viscosity. It is exceptionally velvety and full-bodied on the palate, offering a smooth finish with zero harsh ethanol sting.

• Flavor Highlights: An inviting nose opens immediately with dominant aromas of sweet vanilla bean, warm caramel, and toasted wild honey, beautifully balanced by background notes of fresh cut grass, bright lime zest, and a touch of black pepper. The palate follows like liquid silk, opening with a rich confectionary sweetness before expanding into a crisp mid-palate of cooked agave, tropical fruit pulp, and toasted oak.

• The Finish: Clean, remarkably smooth, and satisfyingly refreshing, resolving with a long trail of white chocolate, soft baking spices, and a lingering clean agave essence.

• How to Enjoy: Thanks to its complex dual-nature and smooth structure, Don Julio 70 shines brightest when served neat at room temperature in a tequila snifter or poured over a single large clear rock inside a heavy crystal tumbler.

• In High-End Mixology: This expression functions as a phenomenal engine for clean, upscale cocktails where you want deep oak complexity without muddying the visual presentation. Use it to construct a flawless Cristalino Margarita with fresh lime juice and premium agave nectar, spin a classic by building a clear Tequila Old Fashioned with orange bitters, or mix it with premium sparkling water and a twist of grapefruit peel for an elevated Luxury Ranch Water.

Product Specifications

• Size: 750ml Bottle (Heavy Square-Shouldered Crystal Decanter Presentation)

• Origin: Atotonilco El Alto, Jalisco, Mexico (NOM 1142 / Highland Appellation)

• Distillery Portfolio: Don Julio / Diageo Stewarded Artisanal Production

• Spirit Classification: 100% Blue Weber Agave Tequila Añejo Claro (Cristalino)

• Maturation Blueprint: Aged 18 Months in American White Oak + Activated Charcoal Filtered

• Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 40% (Authentic 80 Proof Classic Performance Canvas)

Rich, oaky añejo depth hidden inside a pristine silver frame. By pairing a hand-harvested 100% highland agave canvas with a full 18-month oak maturation, an advanced activated-charcoal filtration loop, and an iconic anniversary presentation, Don Julio 70 over-delivers an incredibly smooth tasting experience. It stands proudly as a perfect centerpiece for premium spirits flights, an exceptional milestone gift, or the ultimate crown jewel for your modern home bar cart.