VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

” —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.” Doing inventory with them is absolutely impossible.

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VinePair

JUNE 17, 2025

It’s no secret that tequila has become exceedingly popular throughout the United States in recent years. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of knock-out tequilas on the market offering some real bang for your buck. It’s a phenomenal tequila that consistently over-delivers for its price point.

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VinePair

MARCH 18, 2025

While tequilas rise in popularity grabs headlines and drives conversations, vodka remained the top-selling spirit in the U.S. Lance Bowman, bar manager, UMMO , Chicago There is no other vodka I could be more excited to mention than Good Vodka. Were still living in a vodka world. in 2024, raking in $7.2

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The trendiest shots right now, according to bartenders: Fernet Branca Hard Start Mezcal and Amaro Angelino Rye-Nar Forghetti Dickel whiskey and shot of au jus Vermouth Green Tea Bourbon Tequila Amortized wine Bottled-in-bond rye St. Connor Gillette, senior bar manager, The Alida Hotel , Savannah, Ga.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Roderick Williams, Bar Manager, Smoked , Columbia, S.C. Heather Blanchard, lead bartender, Virgin Hotels , New Orleans ​​“I definitely wish more people ordered the Paloma ! I love to add a shot of tequila in the mix for a little extra flavor and kick.” The Last Word. It’s such an underrated cocktail.

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Cheers

JANUARY 2, 2024

Notes Garth Poe, bar manager at Easy Bistro & Bar in Chattanooga, TN, created this recipe. Ritual Tequila 1 oz. Notes Morgan Styers, lead bartender of Merchant & Trade in the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel in Charlotte, NC, created this recipe. Mount with ice and shake.

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Cheers

JANUARY 3, 2024

Notes Garth Poe, bar manager at Easy Bistro & Bar in Chattanooga, TN, created this recipe. Ritual Tequila 1 oz. Notes Morgan Styers, lead bartender of Merchant & Trade in the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel in Charlotte, NC, created this recipe. Mount with ice and shake.

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