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National Tequila Day
Sip a shot of Mexican spirit on Tequila Day, rustle up a margarita or a paloma and learn all about the production of this blue agave beverage.
Mexicans like to celebrate National Tequila Day, and so do a lot of other people all around the world! Although tequila can only be made in a few regions in Mexico, National Tequila Day can (and should!) be celebrated by just about anyone, anywhere!
History of National Tequila Day
Derived from the blue agave plant, humans have been making something like tequila for at least a couple of thousand years. As early as 150 B.C., a predecessor of tequila, called ‘pulque’ was believed to have been made by civilizations predating the ancient Aztecs.
When making tequila, the hearts of the agave plant (called piñas) are removed and cooked, then they are ground and fermented for anywhere from a few months to three years. Like wine, the type of soil the plant is grown in can impact the taste of the final product. Unlike wine or other drinks made from fruit, once an agave plant is used to make tequila, it cannot be reused.
To qualify as “tequila”, at least 51% of the product must be derived from the blue agave plant that is prevalent in Mexico. Today, however, many manufacturers of the drink have much higher standards and will make it from a full 100% blue agave. These versions of tequila are typically higher quality and will usually be more expensive than the mixed versions.
Modern-day tequila is like a few other alcoholic beverages (champagne, cognac or bourbon) in that it can only be named “tequila” if it is made in a certain place. In the case of tequila, this place is Mexico. While specifically most tequilas originate from Jalisco, other qualifying regions include Michoacán, Tamaulipas, Guanajuato, or Nayarit.
National Tequila Day is the celebration of everything to do with this classic drink, whether it is enjoyed straight or as part of a tasty cocktail. In 2018, National Tequila Day was officially recognized by the Mexican government, and now everyone wants to celebrate–not just today but all year round!
How to Celebrate National Tequila Day
Of course, the celebration of National Tequila Day should include enjoying this tasty beverage in some form or another–whether with a shot-style taster or having it in a mixed drink. Some other ideas for enjoying this day include:
Try Out a Tequila Cocktail
Margaritas are only the very beginning when it comes to enjoying cocktails made from this tasty alcoholic beverage. There is so much more to be explored when making cocktails with tequila! For instance, whether ordering at a bar or making them at home, try out these interesting ideas in celebration of National Tequila Day:
Spiced Paloma. This refreshing cocktail uses tequila, grapefruit juice, grapefruit zest, jalapeno juice, lime, and is garnished with spicy gummy candies! Some people also like to salt this rim of the glass for this drink.
Tereman Avo-Colada. Definitely, a unique one, this “drink” (some might call it a snack!) channels the flavor of Mexican food using half an avocado, lime juice, agave nectar, coconut yogurt, and tequila. Muddle, shake and serve over ice topped with sparkling mineral water.
Ponche Caballero. Using pineapple juice, tamarind nectar, agave nectar, fresh lime juice, bitters and (of course) tequila, this tasty beverage is shaken and served over ice with a pineapple garnish.
Spring Flora. Tasty and fruity, this floral drink contains Aperol, lime juice, watermelon juice, hibiscus syrup, rosewater, bitters and tequila. For an added treat, it can be garnished with grated chocolate!
Learn Something New About Tequila
While celebrating National Tequila Day, try sharing these fun facts to get the conversation started:
More than 300 million agave plants are grown and harvested each year to produce tequila throughout Mexico.
Tequila can be used to create small, artificial diamonds–which are often used in the electronics industry.
Regular agave and blue agave plants have different flavors. Standard agave is used in sweeteners but not in tequila.
The plant from which tequila is derived (Agave tequilana weber) can grow as large as 7 feet tall and may take from 8 to 12 years to become mature plants. This plant actually looks a lot like a cactus but it is actually a succulent that has a close relationship to the lily.
Head Over to a Mexican Restaurant
It shouldn’t be hard to find a Mexican restaurant that is ready to celebrate National Tequila Day with individuals or groups! Grab some nachos or enchiladas and enjoy some margaritas or other cocktails made with tequila.
It’s likely that some Mexican restaurants or bars will be prepared for National Tequila Day with some celebratory drink discounts, appetizer deals or Happy Hours tequila specials. Some examples of deals for the day might include $10 special margaritas or 50% off premium tequila shots. These are some American restaurants that have offered special National Tequila Day deals in the past (check online or call a local spot for this year’s deals):
Blue Mesa. Try a two-pack of Fajitas and ‘Ritas for $30.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen. In past years, this restaurant/bar has offered a Texas Margarita for $4.99 on National Tequila Day.
Chili’s. Known for their Tex-Mex fare, this bar/restaurant has offered $5 special Margaritas in the past to celebrate the day.
Del Taco. They don’t serve tequila, but they still celebrate the day by offering a free snack-sized guacamole serving.
Create a National Tequila Day Themed Playlist
What’s National Tequila Day without the right soundtrack to listen to while enjoying all things Mexican?! Get that Tequila Party vibe going with a special playlist just for the day. The only way to start it off would be with the classic 1958 instrumental by The Champs, “Tequila” and then go from there with these songs and various other Tequila-themed favorites:
You and Tequila, 2010 by Kenny Chesney and Grace Potter
Tequila, 2018 by Dan + Shay
How Much Tequila Did I Drink Last Night, 1984 by Steve Goodman
Tequila Sunrise, 1973 by The Eagles
Learn About Margaritas
Let’s face it, pretty much everyone knows that tequila is often synonymous with drinking a margarita, so it might be a good idea to take a look at this delicious frozen favorite.
There is no definitive answer as to who really invented the Margarita, but interesting stories abound. One of the earliest stories tells of a wealthy Dallas socialite inventing the drink at a Christmas party in Acapulco in 1948. Tommy Hilton of the Hilton Hotel chain reportedly attended the party and took the recipe home to serve at his hotels.
Another suggests that it is merely based on an American drink called the Daisy, which was made with brandy instead of tequila. The Spanish word for “Daisy” is “Margarita”; hence the name.
In any case, this popular drink, made with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, plus the trademark salt rim, will bring a touch of the tropics to any get-together. Of course, Margaritas can also be made in all kinds of different creative concoctions, including Watermelon Jalapeno, Smoking Blackberry Sage, Prickly Pear, Spicy Grapefruit and many more! Cheers! It’s time to enjoy National Tequila Day. (And don’t lose that shaker of salt!)
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Happy National Tequila Day!
Tequila and Mezcal comprise one of the fastest-growing spirits categories in the country. America is in love with agave liquor-based drinks! And today is the day to enjoy them as it is National Tequila Day. If you are wondering which brand is best in a sea of options, here are a few of our favorites we have been imbibing with lately. #Cheers, and please, drink responsibly.
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Hanging in my home town w @mattymullins @memphismayfire hosting the SOLD OUT @sxmoctane @siriusxm REMADE IN MISERY TOUR stop last night in Phoenix w MMF @fromashestonew @raincitydrive & @wolvesatthegate !!! 💥💥💥 Before Matty hit the stage we did quick on bus Octane interview that will air on #siriusxm all week: Tonight 7pE, tomorrow 8pE, Wednesday 9pE & Thursday 10pE or anytime On Demand w SXM app. ☑️☑️☑️ He & the guys in #memphismayfire were very generous and gifted me some excellent tequila on #nationaltequiladay @tequilatapatio extra anejo that will happily get added to my collection! Thank you guys!!!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🥃🥃🥃 And THANK YOU Arizona for coming out strong last night and supporting these killer bands that all represent some of the best Octane artists we love blasting for you all over North America!!! Each band brought it and continue to make us proud with eight more shows to go! Thanks for the love last night we ALL felt it!!! See you tomorrow at the @anthrax concert in Phoenix!!!!!! 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽 #metalambassador (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgcjmM0PsYt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Repost from @samheughan • “Tequila!” Let’s enjoy National Tequila Day with a delicious “Tommy’s Margarita” (with a Sassenach twist). 2oz Sassenach Select Tequila 1oz lime ½ oz agave syrup Add the tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice and agave nectar to a shaker with ice Shake until ice cold and pour into a rocks glass over fresh ice and enjoy! Perfect way to enjoy our Gold Medal winning Reposado. This fresh, balanced margarita was created by tequila industry legend Julio Bermejo to showcase the full flavor of the tequila in the cocktail. Salud and Slainte! 🥂 #nationaltequiladay #samheughan #tequila #scotland #mexico #ad https://www.instagram.com/p/CgaVHR1usXV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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It's National Tequila Day. So for all my Tequila drinking friends here's to you. Remember sip responsible. @chuey_agave #tequila #nationaltequiladay #shot #mixeddrinks #drinking https://www.instagram.com/p/CgZz3zSprW_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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It’s National Tequila Day! Mexican laws state that tequila can only be produced in the state of Jalisco and limited municipalities in the states of Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas. Tequila was first produced in the 16th century near the location of the city of Tequila, which was not officially established until 1656. Tequila comes in an abundant array of colors that ranges from a simple clear distilled beverage to a dark amber brown. The color of the tequila varies greatly on the aging process and the type of wood used for storage. Experts say that a shot before lunch can stimulate the appetite, and one after a big dinner can aid digestion. The Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila is a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico. The 35,019-hectare (86,534-acre) site is part of an expansive landscape of blue agave. Within the landscape are working distilleries reflecting the growth in the consumption of tequila in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, this agave culture is seen as part of Mexican national identity. 🥃 #NationalTequilaDay #Tequila #FoodConsultant #FoodService #FoodServiceSolutions #FoodSales #Food #FoodDude #WeKnowFood #FoodOfTheDay #NobertSales @NobertSales (at Germantown, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgZvMv8g9fE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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National Tequila Day
Sip a shot of Mexican spirit on Tequila Day, rustle up a margarita or a paloma and learn all about the production of this blue agave beverage.
Mexicans like to celebrate National Tequila Day, and so do a lot of other people all around the world! Although tequila can only be made in a few regions in Mexico, National Tequila Day can (and should!) be celebrated by just about anyone, anywhere!
History of National Tequila Day
Derived from the blue agave plant, humans have been making something like tequila for at least a couple of thousand years. As early as 150 B.C., a predecessor of tequila, called ‘pulque’ was believed to have been made by civilizations predating the ancient Aztecs.
When making tequila, the hearts of the agave plant (called piñas) are removed and cooked, then they are ground and fermented for anywhere from a few months to three years. Like wine, the type of soil the plant is grown in can impact the taste of the final product. Unlike wine or other drinks made from fruit, once an agave plant is used to make tequila, it cannot be reused.
To qualify as “tequila”, at least 51% of the product must be derived from the blue agave plant that is prevalent in Mexico. Today, however, many manufacturers of the drink have much higher standards and will make it from a full 100% blue agave. These versions of tequila are typically higher quality and will usually be more expensive than the mixed versions.
Modern-day tequila is like a few other alcoholic beverages (champagne, cognac or bourbon) in that it can only be named “tequila” if it is made in a certain place. In the case of tequila, this place is Mexico. While specifically most tequilas originate from Jalisco, other qualifying regions include Michoacán, Tamaulipas, Guanajuato, or Nayarit.
National Tequila Day is the celebration of everything to do with this classic drink, whether it is enjoyed straight or as part of a tasty cocktail. In 2018, National Tequila Day was officially recognized by the Mexican government, and now everyone wants to celebrate–not just today but all year round!
How to Celebrate National Tequila Day
Of course, the celebration of National Tequila Day should include enjoying this tasty beverage in some form or another–whether with a shot-style taster or having it in a mixed drink. Some other ideas for enjoying this day include:
Try Out a Tequila Cocktail
Margaritas are only the very beginning when it comes to enjoying cocktails made from this tasty alcoholic beverage. There is so much more to be explored when making cocktails with tequila! For instance, whether ordering at a bar or making them at home, try out these interesting ideas in celebration of National Tequila Day:
Spiced Paloma. This refreshing cocktail uses tequila, grapefruit juice, grapefruit zest, jalapeno juice, lime, and is garnished with spicy gummy candies! Some people also like to salt this rim of the glass for this drink.
Tereman Avo-Colada. Definitely, a unique one, this “drink” (some might call it a snack!) channels the flavor of Mexican food using half an avocado, lime juice, agave nectar, coconut yogurt, and tequila. Muddle, shake and serve over ice topped with sparkling mineral water.
Ponche Caballero. Using pineapple juice, tamarind nectar, agave nectar, fresh lime juice, bitters and (of course) tequila, this tasty beverage is shaken and served over ice with a pineapple garnish.
Spring Flora. Tasty and fruity, this floral drink contains Aperol, lime juice, watermelon juice, hibiscus syrup, rosewater, bitters and tequila. For an added treat, it can be garnished with grated chocolate!
Learn Something New About Tequila
While celebrating National Tequila Day, try sharing these fun facts to get the conversation started:
More than 300 million agave plants are grown and harvested each year to produce tequila throughout Mexico.
Tequila can be used to create small, artificial diamonds–which are often used in the electronics industry.
Regular agave and blue agave plants have different flavors. Standard agave is used in sweeteners but not in tequila.
The plant from which tequila is derived (Agave tequilana weber) can grow as large as 7 feet tall and may take from 8 to 12 years to become mature plants. This plant actually looks a lot like a cactus but it is actually a succulent that has a close relationship to the lily.
Head Over to a Mexican Restaurant
It shouldn’t be hard to find a Mexican restaurant that is ready to celebrate National Tequila Day with individuals or groups! Grab some nachos or enchiladas and enjoy some margaritas or other cocktails made with tequila.
It’s likely that some Mexican restaurants or bars will be prepared for National Tequila Day with some celebratory drink discounts, appetizer deals or Happy Hours tequila specials. Some examples of deals for the day might include $10 special margaritas or 50% off premium tequila shots. These are some American restaurants that have offered special National Tequila Day deals in the past (check online or call a local spot for this year’s deals):
Blue Mesa. Try a two-pack of Fajitas and ‘Ritas for $30.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen. In past years, this restaurant/bar has offered a Texas Margarita for $4.99 on National Tequila Day.
Chili’s. Known for their Tex-Mex fare, this bar/restaurant has offered $5 special Margaritas in the past to celebrate the day.
Del Taco. They don’t serve tequila, but they still celebrate the day by offering a free snack-sized guacamole serving.
Create a National Tequila Day Themed Playlist
What’s National Tequila Day without the right soundtrack to listen to while enjoying all things Mexican?! Get that Tequila Party vibe going with a special playlist just for the day. The only way to start it off would be with the classic 1958 instrumental by The Champs, “Tequila” and then go from there with these songs and various other Tequila-themed favorites:
You and Tequila, 2010 by Kenny Chesney and Grace Potter
Tequila, 2018 by Dan + Shay
How Much Tequila Did I Drink Last Night, 1984 by Steve Goodman
Tequila Sunrise, 1973 by The Eagles
Learn About Margaritas
Let’s face it, pretty much everyone knows that tequila is often synonymous with drinking a margarita, so it might be a good idea to take a look at this delicious frozen favorite.
There is no definitive answer as to who really invented the Margarita, but interesting stories abound. One of the earliest stories tells of a wealthy Dallas socialite inventing the drink at a Christmas party in Acapulco in 1948. Tommy Hilton of the Hilton Hotel chain reportedly attended the party and took the recipe home to serve at his hotels.
Another suggests that it is merely based on an American drink called the Daisy, which was made with brandy instead of tequila. The Spanish word for “Daisy” is “Margarita”; hence the name.
In any case, this popular drink, made with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, plus the trademark salt rim, will bring a touch of the tropics to any get-together. Of course, Margaritas can also be made in all kinds of different creative concoctions, including Watermelon Jalapeno, Smoking Blackberry Sage, Prickly Pear, Spicy Grapefruit and many more! Cheers! It’s time to enjoy National Tequila Day. (And don’t lose that shaker of salt!)
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• @natdaycal It is #NationalTequilaDay, and although celebrating could be dangerous for a variety of reasons, with a little salt and lime, why not give it a shot? #NationalParentsDay #NationalCousinsDay #ThermalEngineerDay #AmeliaEarhartDay #NationalDriveThruDay Did you know tomorrow never comes? That is why we Celebrate Every Day. Tag @NatDayCal with your favorite way to celebrate the over 1,500 National Days. https://www.instagram.com/p/CgZpM_eui6h/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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"Take each day with a few grains of salt and a dash of tequila."
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NATIONAL TEQUILA DAY 🥃🇲🇽 @panggungkl X @josecuervobr X @theatticbarkl Three specialty cocktails & Lamb Taco made with Jose Cuervo Tequila #tequila #tequiladay #nationaltequiladay #PanggungKualaLumpur #PanggungKL #KualaLumpur #Malaysia (at Panggung KL) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgZjeoyvqNQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Happy Tequila Day!!!
Raise a glass to agave’s beautiful creation, tequila. Today marks the happy day when everyone can enjoy the floral, slightly sweet, slightly fruity liqueur made from blue weber agave in Mexico’s Tequila near Guadalajara. Unlike vodka, which is meant to be pure and free of flavor, the beauty of tequila is that it has flavor, becoming an integral element to the cocktails it enhances, whether it be…
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