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This year, National Tequila Day falls on Saturday, July 24th, which means even more time to celebrate … and relax! If not for women, tequila may not even be there. Historically, the women of tequila (as in the city) were the ones who cultivated the blue agave plants called hijuelos (little children). You can still see women working in the fields from February to July when the plants are sprouting.
In honor of this holiday, some restaurants serve specialty drinks and hold events to mark the occasion. Whether you’re looking for the classic margarita or a creative agave-based cocktail, check out these local places to celebrate:
Try El Alma’s margaritas
El Alma will serve special tequila flights all weekend to celebrate National Tequila Day! Each tasting board includes the Blanco, the Reposado and the very special Cristalino (a highly filtered anejo) from their friends at Volcán Tequila with tasting and appearance notes from the manufacturer. Choose your favorite and try it as a margarita or sip it on the rocks!
El Alma offers some of the best margaritas in town with a range of options. Reservations are expressly desired. Popular picks: “Spicy Margarita Classica” on the rocks & the “Avocadorita”, a frozen avocado margarita – super creamy and delicious! Margarita jugs and sangría jugs are available to take away!
“Beat The Heat” at KRAUSE’S
Krause’s Cafe + Biergarten in New Braunfels serves a special cocktail called Beat the Heat on Tequila Day. Take a break from swimming on the river and grab a refreshing treat at Krause’s Cafe for $ 6 on Saturday, July 24th.
La Condesa’s tequila and mescal collection is very impressive, with more than 50 types of tequila and 15 types of mescal. Tequila and Mescal flights are both available if you can’t land with a choice. La Condesa happy hour takes place Wednesday-Saturday from 4pm to 6pm and offers half of all alcoholic beverages in the house and to take away. Brunch happy hour takes place on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and offers half of the typical cocktails. Some of their signature cocktails that you absolutely must try:
- MARGARITA THE CLASSIC
- Silver tequila, orange liqueur, agave, lime, cactus lemongrass and salt rim
- MARGARITA THE COUNTESS
- Silver tequila, grilled pineapple, lime, agave, cactus-lemongrass-salt rim
- THE CUBIC.
- Reposado tequila enriched with tobacco, vanilla brandy, lemon, grilled pineapple, volcanic saffron salt rim
- WHITE SOUL
- Habanero tequila, ginger liqueur, pineapple, lemon, hibiscus rose, salt rim
Try “The Cure” at La Holly
La Holly is truly a hidden gem in Eastside known for its agave cocktails. They recently opened a new location on West Sixth Street. When you visit (which you should) make sure you order “The Cure”. The Cure is made from Altos Reposado Tequila, Vida Mezcal, lemon and their homemade ginger syrup. SO GOOD!
The hotel is located at 2500 East 6th Street and 617 West Sixth Street.
Lichas is in the heart of East 6th Street. Inspired by Mexican soul food cuisine. All of their Masa products are freshly made in-house daily and their proteins are carefully salted and braised with a mixture of herbs and spices. EVERYTHING IS SUPER FRESH.
Licha’s offers a wide range of tequilas, mescales, bacanoras and sotoles. All of their traditional handcrafted cocktails and modern fusion drinks are made with freshly squeezed juices and aguas frescas. Our pick to try really is any of their cocktails, but the Lupita is the perfect summer drink on a hot day. It consists of tequila, combier, agave, lime and fresh jalapeno enriched with watermelons.
This cocktail was picked by Rosie Newberry. The Patio is a frozen beverage that is sure to keep you chilling in this Texas heat. It consists of Campo Bravo Plata Tequila, orange liqueur, grapefruit, ginger, lime, peppercorn and chilli salt. This cocktail is available from Oakmont Food Company for dinner and take away.
This particular cocktail is on a secret menu. It’s nothing special, but it really is a classic. As the children say, IYKYK. Translated to “If you know, you know”. The Little Larry is a blended house margarita topped with Grand Marnier. Bartender tip: Add the blueberry puree. The Roaring Fork has two locations in Austin. It’s a perfect place to relax with family and friends. They offer happy hour every day from 5pm to 7pm.
In honor of National Tequila Day, The Roosevelt Room features halfway away ALL tequila pours and reduced RR margaritas all night. Stephanie Gilbert recommends ordering “Too little too late”. It consists of Arette Blanco Tequila, red grape, Thai basil, coconut, honey, jasmine water, lychee juice and verjuice. The Roosevelt Room is an award-winning cocktail bar and event venue in the heart of the historic warehouse district in downtown Austin. Located at 307 W 5th St. It sure is a place that will not disappoint.
Modeled after a traditional Oaxacan mezcal bar, Mezcalería Tobalá offers an intimate experience like no other in Austin. The backbar carries a large selection of wild mezcal varieties. Served in the traditional Copitas and Veladoras ships with additional Sal de Gusano mezcal flights for a complete experience.
Tobalá Mezcalería can also be rented for private events. The perfect place to host anything from a liquor tasting class to a birthday get-together; even better, combine both! Ideally suited for groups of 20 people or more. Email them at info@whislersatx.com for more information. Open on Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 2am. Mezcalería Tobalá is located in Whistler’s at 1816 East 6th Street.
Try the newest ranch water from Epic Western
Whether you are going out on the boat, relaxing by the pool, or hanging out at home, Ranch Water is a low-calorie classic cocktail it’s going to be the hottest cocktail in the country. Epic Western Cocktail Company is a new premium cocktail company founded by three Texas entrepreneurs. Epic Western is unlike any other cocktail in a can. How come? It contains only four premium ingredients: 100% Blue Agave Tequila from a family-run distillery in Jalisco, Mexico, sparkling mineral water from a certified Mexican well, a pinch of salt and real lime. BOOM! Sometimes less is really more. Epic Western ranch water contains 10% ABV. That said, it’s two shots of tequila per 12 oz.
Epic Western is available now at Davenport Wine & Spirits by the 360 Bridge and Steve’s Liquors in Tarrytown.
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