Don Julio 1942 Tequila
Don Julio 1942 Tequila is the bottle that turned añejo tequila into a luxury ritual. This 750ml expression is crafted from 100% blue Weber agave and aged a minimum of two and a half years in American white-oak barrels at 40% ABV (80 proof) — far longer than the one-year minimum required for añejo.
It was created in 2002 to honor the 60th anniversary of Don Julio González's first tequila, and it arrives in the unmistakable tall, slender bottle inspired by the agave piña. Connoisseurs across our tequila collection rank 1942 among the finest sipping añejos ever made.
Tasting Notes
Warm oak leads into waves of caramel, vanilla bean, and roasted agave, with hints of dark chocolate and toasted nuts on a long, silky finish. It drinks with the depth and polish of a fine cognac — see our cognac collection if that style of sipping spirit is your thing.
Why Buy Don Julio 1942
- Aged 2.5 years — one of the longest-aged luxury añejos in its class
- 100% blue Weber agave, distilled at La Primavera in the Highlands of Jalisco
- The iconic tall bottle — a centerpiece for any home bar or gift
- A milestone pour for anniversaries, weddings, and celebrations
How to Enjoy
Serve neat in a snifter or a reposado glass at room temperature. A single large ice cube opens it beautifully, but never shoot it — this is a tequila made for slow sipping. If you love it, explore more aged expressions in our tequila collection.
FAQs
How long is Don Julio 1942 aged?
A minimum of two and a half years in American white-oak barrels, well beyond the one-year añejo requirement.
What does Don Julio 1942 taste like?
Caramel, vanilla, roasted agave, and warm oak with a long, smooth finish — rich like a fine cognac or aged rum.
Is Don Julio 1942 worth the price?
For milestone occasions, yes. The extended aging, 100% agave craftsmanship, and iconic presentation make it one of the most gifted luxury tequilas in the world.
What size is Don Julio 1942?
The standard bottle is 750ml at 40% ABV (80 proof).
