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Spice Things Up On National Tequila Day! Add Some Whiskey

Jul 22, 2014
Spice Things Up On National Tequila Day! Add Some Whiskey
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La BambaThis National Tequila Day, Thursday, July 24, celebrate with a 100% agave tequila that provides a smooth taste in each and every sip – Hornitos Tequila. With the rising popularity of tequila in the US, the stage is set for an epic celebration. Hornitos has your readers covered with a few new options to indulge in this National Tequila Day.

 

Hornitos Black Barrel is a groundbreaking new spirit that is celebrating its first National Tequila Day this year. Triple aged to create a uniquely complex tequila with whiskey characteristics, the newest premium offering from Hornitos is a spirit unlike anything else in the tequila category. While Black Barrel is best on the rocks or neat, it is also a perfect blend for a unique tequila cocktail.

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La Bamba

  • 2 parts Hornitos Black Barrel
  • 1 part lime juice
  • 1 part agave
  • 1 part Chile liqueur (or dash of hot sauce)
  • Ginger beer

Preparation: Combine all ingredients into a mixing glass (except ginger beer), add ice, and shake vigorously. Pour over ice and top with ginger beer. Serve in a coupe glass.

 

Cherry Valance

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  • 1 .5 parts Hornitos Black Barrel
  • 1 part Applejack
  • 1 part fresh lemon juice
  • 1 part pomegranate syrup
  • Egg white

Preparation: Combine all ingredients into a mixing glass, add ice and shake extremely vigorously until egg whites are mixed well. Serve in a coupe glass.

 

Cherry ValanceYour readers can also sip Hornitos Lime Shot, which simplifies the tequila process and eliminates any post-tequila shot cringe that you may experience. No matter what your preferred option is, Hornitos has you covered for the holiday.

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