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Ten Recipes From the Best New Bartenders of 2025

PUNCH

Ricardo Rodriguez | Aberdeen Township, New Jersey “This cocktail is inspired by two of my favorite drinks: a spicy Margarita and a Jungle Bird,” says Ricardo Rodriguez, bar manager of Lita and La Otra.

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Elements: Dill Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

Alex Tubero, Opto, New York City “Dill brings a fresh flavor and lots of aromatics to cocktails,” says Suzanne Gibson, bar manager of Current Charcoal Grill in Birmingham, Alabama. The herbaceous sweetener highlights the vegetal notes of blanco tequila, so each component shines in tandem. blanco tequila 1 oz.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Tequila That’s Earned a Spot at Your Bar? (2025)

VinePair

We’re still in the midst of a tequila boom. And tequila is certainly a spirit that rewards the curious drinker. A big part of the category’s growth is arguably tied to the seemingly endless parade of new tequilas hitting back bars or retail shelves every month, and each bottle could potentially be a new favorite.

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Mixologists Share Predictions For Tequila Category

Cheers

The tequila craze may be cooling somewhat, but on-premise experts expect demand for the agave spirit to continue at bars and restaurants. The popular styles and brands of tequila may shift, as many predict a continued rise in mezcal and other related spirits.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: Which Bottle Should Disappear From Back Bars and Bar Carts Forever? (2024)

VinePair

” —Josh Gandee, host, No Proof podcast “Not all celebrity tequilas deserve to be behind the bar. Instead, support Mexican-owned, additive-free tequila brands who use centuries-old production methods and focus on environmental sustainability.”

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We Asked: “What Does Sustainability Mean to You?”

PUNCH

This year, Punch is partnering with Astral Tequila, who brings shared values of sustainability, resourceful upcycling and social responsibility to the forefront of the Best New Bartenders initiative. After spending over 10 years working in restaurants, I know there’s so much stuff thrown away constantly.

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Proximo’s prestige portfolio redefines tequila

Australian Bartender

For more than 250 years and 11 generations, the family behind Proximo Spirits has built a tequila portfolio grounded in tradition and driven by innovation. At the pinnacle of this portfolio is 1800 Milenio voted the worlds best tequila a testament to the dedication, refinement, and excellence that defines the company.

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