VRC and Diageo debut the exclusive ‘Don Julio Golden Gallop’ cocktail for Cup Week

Trackside sophistication will reach new heights with the VRC and Tequila Don Julio coming together to champion modern luxury and celebrate the Melbourne Cup Carnival in true style. Tastemakers, style leaders and racing royalty know that every golden moment deserves a golden pour, and the Don Julio Golden Gallop signature serve will be this year's hottest accessory. The Don Julio Golden Gallop will be available across multiple member facilities for an exclusive member price of $20 and general admission areas for $22.

A global leader, Diageo has more than 200 brands from much-loved, established labels to the latest innovations, including Tequila Don Julio 1942 and Don Julio Rosado. Diageo is the exclusive provider of alcoholic and premium non-alcoholic spirits for the VRC and the highly anticipated Melbourne Cup Carnival until at least 2027.

VRC Chief Commercial Officer Fran Vavallo said the Diageo partnership and the announcement of an exclusive cocktail guarantees the Melbourne Cup Carnival continues to deliver world-class experiences.

“The Melbourne Cup Carnival is a truly global event and our partnership with Diageo and Don Julio ensures we continue to deliver world-class experiences at Flemington, from The Elms to The Birdcage and every venue in between,” Ms Vavallo said.

Jimmy Irvine, Diageo’s award-winning bartender is excited for racegoers to experience the Don Julio Golden Gallop available exclusively across the 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival. 

“The Don Julio Golden Gallop is a cocktail designed to capture the excitement and energy of Spring in Melbourne. The joint is rocking! People are out and about, dressed to the nines and the atmosphere is incredible.”

“The Don Julio Golden Gallop drinks with bright vibrancy, fun tropical flavours and bursting aromatic citrus, whilst being sophisticated and structured. It's an incredibly exciting occasion to be enjoying Don Julio Tequila – giddy up!,” Mr Irvine said.