VinePair

JULY 9, 2024

A recent report published by beverage data analytics firm ISWR indicated that agave spirits — a space primarily driven by tequila — was the only alcohol category to experience growth in the U.S. This sustained popularity coincides with a market increasingly flooded with new tequilas. Tequila Ocho Plata. Here’s what they said.

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VinePair

MAY 9, 2024

Ask the average person to name a tequila cocktail, and they’re likely to blurt out “Margarita.” It’s just that the drink’s popularity and ubiquitousness tend to come at the expense of other delicious tequila drinks that aren’t ordered as much as they’d like to see. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of The Above , St.

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VinePair

JULY 23, 2024

Tequila can be magic in a cocktail. This chameleon-like versatility makes tequila an intriguing base for drinks beyond the Margarita, and there are plenty of bangers to consider. There are also some tequila cocktails that, in the eyes of bartenders, have a little less bang. We asked 14 industry pros to find out.

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VinePair

APRIL 9, 2024

Tequila is a liquid goldmine for the curious drinker, and every month seemingly delivers a cavalcade of new options to try at bars and liquor stores. It can be tough to keep up with this steady barrage of new tequilas to try. You may also run into a reposado from a decades-old brand that finally landed American distribution.

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VinePair

MAY 16, 2024

It’s no surprise that Americans are constantly shopping for tequila — it’s now the second most-popular spirit in the United States, second only to vodka. In this crowded market, it can be especially difficult to discern quality, as not all tequila is made equal. Johnny Codd, bar director, Selland Family Group , Sacramento, Calif. “It’s

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

This tequila cocktail from Muchacho in Atlanta mixes the smokiness and savoriness of a late summer cookout with the sweetness of strawberries at their peak. Print Stone Fox Course Drinks Keyword gentian liqueur, lime, mezcal, Simple syrup, strawberry liqueur, tequila Ingredients ¾ oz. Blanco tequila ¾ oz.

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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

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Teremana Tequila is serving holiday cheer by the bottle while giving back to the hospitality community that shines so brilliantly, now and year-round. Between Irish pubs and high-volume cocktail bars, Million honed his flavors as a barback, squeezing his own custom juices and lemonades, earning him the moniker “The Lemonade Man.”

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Dragan Milivojevic is bar manager at Bacalar, new Yucatán-inspired restaurant in Austin, TX. Starting with a base of blanco tequila infused with corn, the cocktail also features Nixta, a Mexican corn liqueur, dry vermouth, Cocchi Americano, saline and orange bitters. Notes *For Corn husk-infused tequila 750 ml.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

This romantic tequila cocktail comes from Villa Azur in Miami Beach. Print Love Is In The Air Course Drinks Keyword coconut puree, Frozen limeade, orange liqueur, raspberries, tequila Ingredients 2 oz. Mijenta blanco tequila 1 oz. Combier orange liqueur ½ oz.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 5, 2024

I host a secret cocktail night every Monday where there is a new cocktail every week using our spirits which brings some mystery to the bar. The second bar I work at is called La Ofrenda. La Ofrenda cares about the heritage of Hispanic culture and pays fine attention to detail what we serve at the bar.

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 9, 2025

Tailor Rooms cocktail menu has been developed by The Collectives Head of Bars, Mael Jego, Tailor Room Bar Manager, Benji Kinoial, with support from Hunter S.t For a spicier kick, the rosella mixes rosella-infused tequila with agave syrup and fresh lime juice for the perfect pick-me-up.

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Australian Bartender

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

“Our cocktails honour tradition but push the boundaries with ingredients and flavours that surprise,” says Kerry Burgess, Group Bar Manager at ESCA Group. Burgess, formerly of London’s Top 50 World’s Best Bar, Happiness Forgets, adds, “Every cocktail is crafted to be fresh and exciting, while still feeling familiar.”

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Pumpkins While orgeat is traditionally made with almonds, at Tiki Chick in NYC’s Upper West Side, bar manager Linda Nivar reinvents the syrup with pepita seeds (the hulless seeds of certain pumpkin varieties) creating a unique spin on the tiki bar staple while honoring her Latin roots.

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Australian Bartender

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Apollo Inn, Melbourne, VIC Pub of the Year Proudly sponsored by ALM The Magpie, Sydney, NSW Best Distillery Bar Proudly sponsored by Fever-Tree Never Never Distilling Co., Apollo Inn, Melbourne, VIC Pub of the Year Proudly sponsored by ALM The Magpie, Sydney, NSW Best Distillery Bar Proudly sponsored by Fever-Tree Never Never Distilling Co.,

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VinePair

AUGUST 14, 2024

While clear spirits like gin and tequila might feel like the most obvious choices for summertime sipping, rum and bourbon also have their place, as do lighter, low-ABV options like vermouth and Pimm’s. Swapping the tequila for mezcal is equally delicious and a great option for those looking for something a bit more complex.”

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

To dive into the inspiration of this eye-catching concoction, VinePair tapped Sarah Morrissey, bar manager at the newly revived Upper East Side institution. Morrissey says that while designing the cocktail menu at Le Veau d’Or, she was missing a tequila or mezcal drink. So, why swap gin out for agave spirits?

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Notes Wil Schultz, bar manager at Oak Steakhouse Nashville, created this recipe. Print Love Is Sweet Like Candy Course Drinks Keyword Cointreau, egg white, Grenadine, lemon, tequila Ingredients 2 oz. Corazn reposado tequila oz. Volcan silver tequila oz.

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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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The Cocktail Lovers

MARCH 7, 2025

Behind the bar at Equal Parts, London 9th March: Avra, Four Seasons, Athens 3.30-4.30pm: 4.30pm: Celebrate Her x Avra Avra’s Bar Manager Manon Kapfer and Anna Sebastian host a TED Talk-style panel with a stellar lineup all sharing theirexperience of working in the industry. 10th March: Barbican Centre, London 2.30-5.30pm:

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Cheers

JUNE 4, 2024

For instance, the gin-based Oh My Darlin at Barn8 Restaurant & Bourbon Bar in Goshen, KY, uses a sweet pea syrup, along with Lillet Blanc, strawberry and lime, and is garnished with pea shoots. A Sweet Pea Margarita from Gran Coramino tequila uses a sweet pea and pineapple syrup made with frozen peas.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2024

The accompanying cocktail was the Space Invader, a cloudy tequila drink created by Alex Francis and Barney O’Kane of De Vie , a sustainability-focused bar that’s expected to open in Paris in the months ahead. Almost all the ingredients on the plates and in the glasses were sourced from the surrounding fields on Chinampa del Sol. “We

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Cheers

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Notes Katie Tobin, bar manager at The Aquifer Bar at New Riff Distilling, Newport, KY, created this recipe. Print Let It Snow Course Drinks Keyword blanco tequila, coconut milk, lime, orange liqueur, white cranberry juice Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Blanco tequila 1 ½ oz.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Casa Esquina is latest venue from Atticus Hospitality, renowned for such beloved establishments as Paddington’s Tequila Mockingbird and Sydney CBD’s Esteban. Bar Manager Mark Crawford At the heart of Casa Esquina lies a dynamic open-flame parrilla and a bustling open-plan kitchen, offering patrons an immersive dining experience.

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VinePair

AUGUST 28, 2024

It’s known as a Cuba Libre when mixed with rum from Cuba, and there’s the more trendy Batanga cocktail with Coke and tequila. Linda Nivar, bar manager, Tiki Chick , NYC “In my opinion, the easiest cocktail to master is a Negroni. Brian Miller, bar manager, Stockton Inn , Stockton, N.J.

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 3, 2024

The bar at Mesa Verde boasts one of Australia’s largest collections of agave spirits, inviting guests to explore the diverse world of tequila and mezcal. From expertly crafted cocktails like the Portrait of Maria to the fiery Ghostface Killah, the bar menu offers something for every palate. You do the math…!

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VinePair

MAY 21, 2024

It’s an ideal companion for Margaritas or tequila chasers, and its crispness makes it perfect for a refreshing beach day or any occasion where you need something effortlessly enjoyable.” Steven Penaranda, bar manager, Union New American , Tampa, Fla. Ryan Deitz, beverage operations manager, Live!

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VinePair

MAY 30, 2024

Tobias Hogan, bar manager at Can Bar in Portland, Ore., A guest will likely order a mini libation in addition to a regular cocktail, wine, or a zero-proof drink, says Tristian Brunel, bar manager at NYC’s The Tusk Bar — something they may not have done if all the drinks were only full-size.

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Cheers

JANUARY 3, 2024

The rooftop bar and lounge at the Luma Hotel San Francisco — a BevX winner for Best Innovative Independent Beverage Program — has used that experience to create a beverage program that’s infused with Latin American spirit and vibrancy.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

While the classic Margarita remains a quintessential summer staple, its smoky cousin, the Mezcal Margarita , is a satisfying cold-weather substitute for the typical tequila. For help finding the best mezcal to swap for your favorite tequila, we reached out to drink experts around the world. Who is the mezcalero?

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

For the latest Garden Beer, his 12th, he created a Belgian-style white ale seasoned with toasted sesame, cucumber, and a lemon thyme extraction made by macerating the leaves in añejo tequila. “I We’re the alternative hobby store,” says beer and bar manager Tanner Frizsell. I don’t want any of those flavors to be jagged.”

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Spiritz

JULY 13, 2024

Adding to the allure, Bar Manager Erion Bardhoci has crafted three bespoke cocktails, each a work of liquid art. This bold and vibrant concoction amalgamates gin, tequila, Campari, Aperol, and port wine, with clarified milk delicately added for a velvety texture. Finally, Golden Mirror elevates the classic Boulevardier.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 10, 2023

With tequila booming stateside with no signs of a plateau, there’s never been a better time to learn the ins and outs of agave spirits straight from the source. If you’ve ever visited Brooklyn’s Scorpion Bowl-slinging, shipwreck-themed cocktail bar Sunken Harbor Club, you may have seen this handbook proudly on display.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Roderick Williams, Bar Manager, Smoked , Columbia, S.C. I love to add a shot of tequila in the mix for a little extra flavor and kick.” There’s this misconception that rum drinks are complicated and overly sweet, but a Mai Tai is simple and light. The Last Word. This cocktail deserves more attention for a few reasons.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

That ignited the curiosity of then head bartender and current Clemente bar manager Richie Millwater, who was so inspired by the ingredient that he started using it in all sorts of R and D projects. It all began when Sebastian built a cocktail featuring chef Brock’s barley miso for the menu at EMP. The result was…unremarkable.

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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. . Lime juice 3 Cardamom pods Instructions Combine all ingredients in shaker tin. Mount with ice and shake. Seedlip Garden 1 ½ oz.

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