Don Julio Tequila is no longer owned by the original family and lacks flavor compared to other tequila brands.
Siete Leguas and Volans are tequila brands with a similar history and price point as Don Julio.
Volans is made at the same distillery as the highly regarded Hey Cuatro tequila.
Lalo tequila was created by the grandson of Don Julio's founder and is confirmed additive-free.