NEW YORK, July 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Tequila Don
Julio announces the release of its second limited-edition
barrel-finished tequila, Tequila Don Julio Reposado, Double Cask, a
traditional Reposado tequila now finished for two weeks in casks
which previously held Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky.
Inspired by Don Julio González's innovative spirit and passion to
take the art of tequila making to new heights, current Master
Distiller Enrique de Colsa is continuing the legacy by producing
another truly unique tequila.
Made in collaboration with Colin
Gordon, the Lagavulin Distillery Manager, the latest variant
to the portfolio is a rich and nuanced expression of Tequila Don
Julio Reposado now finished in casks which previously held one of
the most treasured Single Malt Scotch Whiskies – Lagavulin Islay
Single Malt Scotch Whisky – known for its full bodied, bold flavors
derived from the small island of Islay, home to the Lagavulin
distillery.
Since Don Julio González revolutionized the tequila industry in
1942 when he began producing the spirit, the brand has always
sought to deliver innovative offerings that are also representative
of the quality that Tequila Don
Julio has been known for. Master Distiller Enrique de Colsa
spent two years perfecting this innovation, constantly
experimenting with the vast cask options available within the
Diageo portfolio. He landed on casks which previously held
Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky as it embodies the
finest, pungent flavors native to the region that blended well with
the traditional Tequila Don Julio Reposado.
Master Distiller Enrique de Colsa commented, "Working in
collaboration with Colin Gordon at
the Lagavulin Distillery allowed me to perfect this variant, using
our expertise to ensure that both spirits authentically
complemented each other and balanced the core flavor of
Tequila Don Julio as well as the
signature flavor of Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky. After two
years of working on this variant, I'm proud to introduce it to the
U.S. as a limited-edition variant created for the tequila and
whisky connoisseurs with an incredibly unique flavor profile that
is excellent enjoyed responsibly neat or on the rocks."
Tequila Don Julio Reposado, Double Cask will be available
beginning Summer 2019 while supplies last. It has a manufacturer's
suggested retail price of $64.99 and
will be available at participating retailers nationwide. More
detail can be found on our website, www.DonJulio.com. The makers of
Tequila Don Julio remind you to
enjoy Don Julio in moderation and to
drink responsibly.
Follow us on social media to learn more about our innovations,
events and more on Instagram at @DonJulioTequila and Facebook
at http://www.facebook.com/donjuliotequila.
About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding
collection of brands including Johnnie
Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel
One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don
Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.
Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and
the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more
than 180 countries around the world. For more information about
Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at
www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking
resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways
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DON JULIO Tequila 40% Alc/Vol. ©2019 Imported by Diageo Americas,
Norwalk, CT
Jamie Hakim,
Jamie.Hakim@diageo.com
David Grossman,
dgrossman@hunterpr.com
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