Don Julio Tequila Reposado

Don Julio Tequila Reposado is the first aged expression in the Don Julio core lineup — 100% Blue Weber agave from the Los Altos highlands of Jalisco, rested 8 months in American white oak barrels at La Primavera distillery, developing the vanilla, caramel, and warm oak character that makes reposado the most versatile expression in the Don Julio portfolio.

The 8-month rest in American white oak is the production distinction that separates Reposado from the Blanco — long enough to develop genuine oak-derived complexity without obscuring the sweet, aromatic highland agave character that defines Don Julio's house style. The result is a tequila that retains the floral and citrus notes of Los Altos agave while gaining the smooth, rounded vanilla and caramel depth that oak aging adds. At 80 proof, it is the most approachable sipping expression in the core lineup and the natural upgrade from the Blanco for those who want some oak complexity without committing to the deeper aging of the Añejo.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet cooked agave and citrus with vanilla and light oak from the 8-month American white oak rest
• Palate: Smooth and rich — agave sweetness, vanilla, caramel, and warm spice with the Los Altos highland character preserved beneath the oak
• Finish: Warm and medium with lingering vanilla and a clean agave close

Specs

• Distillery: La Primavera, Los Altos de Jalisco, Mexico (NOM 1449)
• Agave: 100% Blue Weber, Los Altos highlands
• Style: Reposado Tequila
• Aging: 8 months, American white oak barrels
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Don Julio Reposado differ from the Blanco?

The Blanco presents the pure unaged highland agave character. The Reposado adds 8 months of American white oak aging — vanilla, caramel, and warm oak complexity over the same Los Altos agave base. The Reposado is the most versatile Don Julio expression: enough complexity to sip neat, enough agave presence to work in cocktails.

What cocktails work best with Don Julio Reposado?

Reposado Margaritas (the vanilla and oak add complexity), Palomas, Tequila Old Fashioneds, and Tommy's Margarita. The 8-month oak character holds up well in spirit-forward cocktails where the tequila's complexity should come through.