Happy Hour: Don Julio Man In The Hattan

The Foodies' KitchenOctober 18, 2024

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Don Julio Reposado is a standout tequila with a smooth, rich flavor profile that brings together the best of agave and oak. Aged for eight months in American white oak barrels, it gives notes of warm vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit, complemented by a delicate hint of spice. It has a velvety texture that coats the palate, with subtle citrus and herbaceous notes rounding out the experience. Its slightly sweet yet balanced character makes it an excellent choice for both sipping neat or using as a base in elegant cocktails.

When crafting a cocktail that combines Don Julio Reposado with rosso vermouth and a dash of bitters, you get a sophisticated blend of flavors that will impress any palate. The smoothness of the reposado provides a rich foundation, while the sweet and herbal vermouth adds complexity, and the bitters bring just the right amount of aromatic depth. Think of bitters as the salt and pepper of cocktails.

Stirring the ingredients over ice and serving them in a chilled martini glass enhances the drink’s luxurious feel, and the orange peel garnish provides a citrus touch. It’s the perfect balance of flavors.

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican and Latin American holiday where we honor and celebrate the memories of loved ones who have passed. It’s a time to reflect on the joy they brought into our lives and to keep their spirits alive through offerings, music, and special foods. Marigolds, skulls, and candles are traditional symbols used to guide the spirits back to visit the living, reminding us that death is a part of life, but the bond with our loved ones is eternal. Let’s raise a glass in remembrance.

Pick up a bottle of Don Julio Reposado at your nearest Vinoteca store and taste the difference it brings to your cocktail creations.

Helga & Kitty

Man In The Hattan

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients:
1 ½ oz Don Julio Reposado
½ oz Vermouth Rosso
1 dash of Angostura Bitters

Directions:

Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, stir using a bar spoon for approximately 20 seconds.
Strain into a chilled martini glass. Decorate with an orange peel

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