Don Julio 70: what it is and where to buy in Westford

Don Julio 70 is an añejo claro tequila from Don Julio: aged like an añejo, then filtered so it pours clear like a blanco. CBC Liquors carries DON JULIO 70 Anejo Claro at 142 Littleton Rd in Westford, and you can pick it up, have it delivered or ask about shipping.

What is Don Julio 70?

Don Julio 70 is the añejo claro in the Don Julio range. Añejo means the tequila has been aged in oak barrels for at least a year. Claro means clear. The two together describe a tequila that has had the time in wood of an añejo but has been filtered to remove the colour.

The name looks back to the brand's own history. The bottle is usually described as a tribute to the founder, Don Julio González, and the 70 refers to an anniversary of the brand. If you are looking for the product page, it is listed here as DON JULIO 70 Anejo Claro.

It is made from 100 percent blue Weber agave, the same plant every serious tequila is built on. The range from Don Julio runs from blanco through reposado and añejo, with 70 and 1942 as the more specialised bottles.

How is Don Julio 70 different from a regular añejo?

A regular añejo gets its amber colour and some of its flavour from the barrel. Those flavours are typically vanilla, caramel, baked fruit and a little spice from the oak. Don Julio 70 is aged in the same way, then run through filtration that strips out the colour.

That filtering is the whole point. You still get the rounder, softer feel that time in oak gives, but the tequila looks like a blanco in the glass. Some people also find it a little lighter and cleaner on the finish than a darker añejo.

It is a style, not a rating. Neither a clear añejo nor a traditional amber añejo is better in general. It depends on whether you want the softness of aging with the brightness of agave still showing.

What does Don Julio 70 taste like?

Expect agave sweetness up front, then gentle vanilla and a touch of caramel and oak, with a soft, smooth finish. Because the colour has been filtered out, it often reads as brighter and fresher than an amber añejo, with less of the heavy wood and dried-fruit character.

Compared with a blanco, it will feel rounder and less peppery. Compared with a reposado, it has been aged longer and so carries more of that barrel influence, though the filtering softens how forcefully it comes across.

Tasting notes are personal. The most useful thing you can do is pour a small amount, smell it first, and take your time with it.

How should you serve Don Julio 70?

The simplest way is the best way: neat, in a small glass or a tulip-shaped tequila glass, at room temperature. A single large ice cube is a fair choice if you want it a little cooler and slightly more open.

It also works in a short, spirit-forward cocktail where the tequila is meant to be noticed, such as a stirred tequila old fashioned or a very simple tequila and soda with a squeeze of lime. If you are mixing for a crowd, a blanco or reposado is usually the more practical choice for a long drink, and CBC Liquors has mixers on hand to go with either.

Pour sensibly and enjoy it slowly. A bottle like this is meant to be sipped, and it is only for adults 21 and over.

Where does Don Julio 70 sit next to the other Don Julio bottles?

Think of the range as steps. DON JULIO Blanco Tequila is unaged, bright and agave-forward. DON JULIO Reposado Tequila spends a few months in oak and picks up a gentle golden softness.

DON JULIO Anejo Tequila 80 Proof is the traditional aged bottle, with more oak, vanilla and caramel. Don Julio 70 takes that aging and filters it clear. DON JULIO 1942 sits as the brand's most special-occasion pour.

If you are not sure which one fits, think about how you plan to drink it. For sipping, the añejo styles and 1942 are the ones to look at. For cocktails and mixing, the blanco and reposado tend to be the practical choices. You can browse the full tequila section, or go straight to the reposado and blanco pages to compare.

Is Don Julio 70 a good gift?

It suits gifting well for a simple reason: it is a recognisable name with a bottle and story that make it feel considered. For someone who already likes tequila and wants to try a clear añejo, it is a thoughtful pick. For someone who has never tried an aged tequila, it can be an easy way in, because it looks familiar and drinks softly.

If you are choosing for a particular person, the question to ask is how they usually drink. A sipper will appreciate the aged styles. Someone who mostly makes margaritas may enjoy a blanco or reposado more.

If you are still undecided, CBC Liquors also offers gift cards, so the recipient can choose for themselves.

How do you get Don Julio 70 from CBC Liquors in Westford?

The shop is at 142 Littleton Rd in Westford, and you can walk in during opening hours: Sunday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Pickup runs on the same hours.

If you would rather not make the trip, CBC Liquors also offers delivery. Delivery hours are Sunday 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM. Read about alcohol delivered from CBC Liquors in Westford and check the liquor delivery areas to see whether your address is covered.

Shipping is available as well, and the shipping policy explains how it works.

CBC Liquors is rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google from 339 reviews.

Which towns can you order from?

Besides Westford, CBC Liquors serves Chelmsford, Carlisle, Littleton, Acton, Tyngsborough, Lowell, Billerica, Boxborough and Dunstable. Each has its own page with local details, including Chelmsford, Acton, Littleton and Lowell.

The full store carries 4,613 products from 1,888 brands, so if you are buying Don Julio 70 for an occasion, you can pick up the rest of what you need in the same order. That includes liquor, wine, beer and mixers.

If you want help picking between bottles, ask when you come in or get in touch with the shop before you order.