The 16 Best Cocktails for National Tequila Day

National Tequila Day is July 24th, and in honor of the holiday, I’m sharing some of the best cocktails for National Tequila Day in Los Angeles plus recipes to enjoy in your own casa.

This roundup is sectioned off by neighborhood so you can stay close to home and save on that Uber. 


Beverly Hills

Although generally where I think to go for a nice martini, Ocean Prime also has a signature Tequila Cocktail on the menu. Made with Corzo Silver Tequila, fresh orange and lime Juice, and house-infused agave nectar, it’s an uplifting experience.

Ocean Prime Spiced Tequila Cocktail

Burbank

Castaway offers the most iconic views in Burbank and for National Tequila Day they’ve got a One in Melon cocktail to match. It’s made with Don Julio Blanco Tequila, lime, watermelon, a pinch of Pink Himalayan salt, mint, and dehydrated lime. 

The Love Child (Not described above, but previously served at Castaway)

Downtown

Library Bar will be highlighting their literary, Tequila Mockingbird, made with spicy serano-infused Altos tequila, blackberry pink-peppercorn shrub, lime, and a Tajin rim ($17).


Glendale/Northridge/Sun Valley and More!

Acapulco is home to $3 Margarita Mondays, which is aptly timed with National Tequila Day and available all day long.

Outside of the $3 special, the Black Diamond Margarita featuring Maestro Dobel Silver, Hennessy Cognac, and citrus juices is a great way to upgrade. It’s served tableside with another pour in a side shaker, so if you start seeing stars, you better lay off the diamonds :).

You’ll also find these creations and more at their sister property, El Torito, with multiple locations around Los Angeles.

Black Diamond Margarita

Hollywood

KA’TEEN by Chef Wes Avila will be celebrating National Tequila Day the weekend before from Friday, July 21st to Sunday, July 23rd when guests will be able to order large-format versions of select specialty cocktails such as the El Cantarito or Wes Colada

These beverage bowls are perfect for brunch and you can start sipping as early as 11 a.m.

KA'TEEN Brunch
Photo Credit: Ka’teen

West Hollywood

Olivetta in West Hollywood is a 21 and older dinner restaurant for a reason: those cocktails! Choose between a Tequila and Carrot combination with St. Germain and lime, and a Reposado and Passionfruit with balsamic and salted plum. Both are $20. 

Olivetta-Tequila Cocktail
Photo Credit: Melina Meza

Venice and Beyond

Tocaya Modern Mexican was born in Venice, California in 2016 and has since expanded to cover all your organic Mexican cravings. They’ve also got 5 Different Margaritas on the menu – all under $8!! Flavors include the Organica Margarita, Passion Fruit, Spicy, Strawberry, and theJarritos Paloma – which is technically not a Margarita, but it still has that signature Espolón Tequila.

Tocaya National Tequila Day
Photo Credit: Tocaya

At Home

Enjoy this recipe courtesy of 1800 Tequila who has partnered with the Jarritos brand to create the ultimate spiked fruit soda. Here’s one that will make you feel like you’re out on the town for National Tequila Day:

  • 1 ½ oz. 1800 Silver
  • 4 oz. Jarritos Strawberry
  • ½ oz. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 oz. sparkling wine 
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters 
  • Dash simple syrup (to taste)
1800SilverxJarritosStrawberry

Fight inflammation with an I Don’t Carrot All made with turmeric, carrot juice, and simple syrup. It’s made with VIVA XXXII Reposada Tequila, an essential ingredient for a National Tequila Day at home.

All_VIVA XXXII Tequila National Tequila Day



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