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On July 24, commemorate National Tequila Day with a bit of lime and salt. Mix up a Margarita, Paloma, or a Mamasita to celebrate the day! People have been making Tequila for centuries, and it was once known as a type of mezcal wine. In fact, Tequila is mezcal, but mezcal isn’t Tequila. That’s because Tequila is distilled from a specific type of agave plant. Also, the law protects its production. #NationalTequilaDay
Celebrate National Tequila Day with bold flavors and spirited sips at Amaya Modern Mexican, the elevated modern Mexican restaurant at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Amaya’s cocktail menu showcases inventive takes on the classic margarita with the Agua de Vida—a blend of 818 Tequila Blanco, Cointreau, passionfruit syrup and lime; while craving something smoky can opt for La Llorona, made with 818 Reposado, Ancho Reyes, ginger syrup and fire bitters. The Flor de la Pasión offers a mix of Blanco tequila, St. Germain, lavender, blueberry and citrus; while those who like it bold won’t want to miss Fuego y Hielo, featuring 818 Añejo, blood orange, vanilla, and fiery bitters.
Easy’s Cocktail Lounge, a sultry speakeasy hidden within the Proper Eats Food Hall at ARIA Resort & Casino, offers guests a delightful over-the-top experience with the Heart of the Ocean, a signature award-winning “Show Stopper” libation made with Casamigos Blanco, orgeat and lime with the unique oceanic flavor of blueberry spirulina and a “ocean air,” a house-made emulsion of egg whites and black sea salt. The drink is then poured into a glass seashell and served on a micro “dock” on a bed of dry ice, sand, seashells and decorative flower petals, and priced at $50.
Caspian’s Cocktails and Caviar, Clique Hospitality’s newest cocktail and caviar bar and speakeasy at Caesars Palace, is a bustling hideaway for serious rock fans where refinement meets rebellion. Tequila fans can treat themselves to the Feet in the Sand, a tropical blend of house-made coconut-washed Patron silver tequila, Cointreau, banana liqueur, orgeat, lemon, lime, pineapple and bitters, served in a brandy glass with a toasted coconut sugar rim and priced at $25.
Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge is renowned for beautiful cocktails and a bubbly atmosphere where guests can treat themselves to the sweet and spicy Some Like it Hot made with Volcan XA, Fresno chili peppers, cilantro, lime juice and agave, priced at $35; or the bubbly and herbal Hibiscus Paloma made with Casamigos Blanco, hibiscus syrup, lime and Fever Tree grapefruit soda, priced at $23.
Start the day by soaking up rays of sunshine and enjoying a delicious suite of margaritas at Bel-Aire Backyard. The menu features three delectable choices, the ultimate margarita, made with Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, agave nectar and fresh lemon and lime juice; the strawberry margarita, made with Flecha Azul Blanco Tequila, agave nectar, fresh lime juice and muddled fresh strawberry; and the pineapple margarita, made with Tres Generaciones Blanco Tequila, fresh pineapple juice, fresh chopped pineapple and agave nectar. Once guests have had their fill of the sun, they can cool off in the pool with a Cactus Cooler, made with Código Tequila, watermelon juice, agave, lime and cucumber. The Backyard’s refreshing beverages are priced at $18 for a 14-ounce drink, $34 for a 32-ounce shareable, or $72 for a full pitcher.
Holsteins Shakes & Buns, known for their decadent Bam-Boozled shakes and crave-worthy Big Bun burgers, the new downtown location features a completely reimagined menu brimming with unique and inventive cocktails. “Relish” in something refreshing with the Relish Me, a sweet and zesty blend of Patrón silver tequila, fresh lime, San Pellegrino Pompelmo grapefruit soda and house-made sweet relish syrup, priced at $16.
Celebrate at Cabo Wabo Cantina with more than 60 premium tequila selections, including Sammy Hagar’s award-winning Santo line of spirits. Sip it straight or mix things up with a Margarita Verde, crafted with Santo Blanco tequila, fresh lime, cucumber and cilantro, priced at $16.45; or spice it up with the El Santo, a mixture of Santo mezquila, freshly crushed jalapeños, orange and pineapple juices, chipotle pepper and agave, also $16.45. Pair your pour with tequila-infused bites like the Baja shrimp ceviche with gulf shrimp, cucumber, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro and spicy tortilla chips, priced at $19.95; or Sammy’s tequila shrimp, sautéed in a rich tequila-lime sauce and served with Mexican-style dirty rice, priced at $33.95.
Flecha Azul Tequila takes center stage at CRUSH American Grill at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino with a vibrant cocktail menu designed to match the heat of summer. Highlights include the Heartbreaker, a flirtatious mix of Flecha Azul Blanco, elderflower liqueur, hibiscus syrup and lime, finished with a Tajín-kissed rim, priced at $23; the Flecha Al Carajillo, a smooth yet spirited blend of Flecha Azul Reposado, Licor 43, white crème de cacao and espresso, priced at $26; and the Crush Cooler, a crisp combination of Flecha Azul Añejo, cucumber, basil, lemon and a touch of black pepper, priced at $29. For those looking to explore the spectrum of Flecha Azul’s award-winning tequilas, the Flecha Azul Tequila Flight, priced at $58, offers a taste of each expression, ideal for tequila lovers and curious sippers alike.
Spice up National Tequila Day at La Cave Wine and Food Hideaway with the bold and refreshing Spicy Amiga. This lively cocktail stirs together Ghost Tequila, jalapeño-lime juice, passion fruit purée and a hint of elderflower syrup for a perfectly balanced kick.
