Words Tedrick Yau
Photos Don Julio
May 14, 2024

The epitome of luxury tequila, Don Julio hosted glorious parties across BGC and Makati for a grand Cinco de Mayo celebration. Infused with the rich heritage and craftsmanship, Don Julio 1942 celebrated at the best spots in the metro from Uma Nota, Bar GoodTimes, Te’Kila, to Nokal. It was a journey of flavor, spirit, and sheer fiesta frenzy that left guests honoring Mexican culture in style.

Starting the night off at Uma Nota, the collaboration performance between DJ NixDamnP and the Metro Manila Concert Orchestra brought the house down with an electrifying performance. Guests were kicking it on the dance floor as they grooved to a fusion of timeless classics and infectious modern rhythms. Uma Nota’s head bartender whipped up three signature cocktails all made with Don Julio Blanco: the Don Paloma, the Don Matador, and Don’s Margarita. Chocolate by Kevin Ong and Don Julio’s own tequila tantalized taste buds with a decadent pairing of flavors for a sweet compliment to the smooth richness of the spirits.

The celebration didn’t stop there. Partygoers were treated to a choreographed service experience from the staff for every bottle order. Each order of a Don Julio 1942 bottle came with the opportunity for the customer to get their bottle engraved with their name or a greeting! 

Simultaneously at Bar GoodTimes, guests enjoyed a more easygoing festivity with a jazz band performance. Known for embracing the spirit of Mexico right in the heart of Manila, Te’Kila also played host to a Don Julio Cinco de Mayo celebration like no other. Guests indulged in the modern yet authentic Mexican chows while enjoying signature creations like the Julio Basil Smash, Paloma, and Margarita, made specially for the night. Adding to the excitement was US-based DJ Selecta MC who kept the party going with a mix of house, funk, and hip-hop beats. The night prior, Don Julio’s party at Nokal featured a special performance by Philippine-born and Northern California-raised DJ, Selecta Qure who spun dancehall, house, and hip-hop beats throughout the night. 

Founded on the pioneering agricultural principles of Don Julio González and his personal pursuit of perfection, Tequila Don Julio revolutionized the tequila industry and set the standard for ultra-premium tequila. The original luxury tequila of choice in Mexico, it uses only the highest caliber, fully matured and ripened Blue Agave that has been hand-selected from the rich, clay soils of the Los Altos region of the state of Jalisco. With its excellence in history and taste, every moment of fun with Don Julio will definitely have everyone counting down the days to the next fiesta!