Tequila is an alcoholic beverage made from the blue agave plant, originating in either the 14th or 16th century, depending on which source you refer to. Today, there are well over 1,000 registered tequila brands from more than 150 producers worldwide, with the Jaliscan Highlands of Mexico generally considered to be the point of origin.
In Mexico, the tradition is to drink tequila "neat", while many of us Gringos are known to slam back a shot with salt and lime. With craft cocktails becoming such the
in thing, it seems that our boozy innovations have caught flight, and tequila is no stranger to the creative party. From clever cocktails and classic margs to tasteful flights and traditional shots - here's your guide to celebrating National Tequila Day in Orlando on July 24th.
Cocina 214 - 151 E Welbourne Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Contemporary Tex-Mex dining with signature margaritas and innovative tequila drinks.
Paddlefish - Disney Springs 1670 Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Seafood-centric paddleboat restaurant at Disney Springs offering a classic margarita and the "Not Everyone's Margarita".
98Forty Tapas & Tequila - Rosen Centre Hotel 9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Experience forty premium tequilas and an assortment of shareable plates
Famous for Taco Tuesdays, but a Cantina-rita is fine any day of the week!
It's no coincidence that they are named after the blue agave plant! Aside from the extensive tequila selection, they offer tequila-infused menu items featuring shrimp, chicken, and bacon.
Extensive list of mezcal and tequila with fine Mexican fare in the North Quarter District.
Upscale spot offering global fusion small plates, margaritas and palomas in a minimalist setting. Go for the guava marg!
Brand new eatery and tequila house offering traditional Mexican food, brunch, a cocktail menu, and an entirely separate tequila menu which offers all four "types" of tequila: mezcal, anejo, blanco, and reposado.
Not to gloss over the fabulous tacos, but there are over 400 varieties of tequila here - also known as the WALL of tequila.
Assortment of margs, including "popsicle" margaritas - or opt for a tequila flight (massive selection).
The grandaddy of all things tequila in the Orlando-area, La Cava del Tequila in Epcot's Mexico Pavilion is about as good as it gets. Exceptional selection of tequilas, including exotic and rare labels. Exquisite flights and specialty cocktails, too - but this place is all about atmosphere.
At the time of this writing, I've located a few noteworthy events to toss into the mix:
And of course, it goes without saying that we now have not only
Margaritaville at CityWalk, but the
Margaritaville Resort in Kissimmee. You're bound to have an appropriate time at either of these locations! No matter how you take your tequila - or where - make it a great day, and don't blow out your flip-flops!
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