National Tequila Day is July 24th, and there’s no better way to beat the summer heat than with a cool, refreshing tequila cocktail. Here’s a list of bars and restaurants to suit every taste and help you celebrate this national holiday in style.
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
Learn all about tequila from the experts at Casamigos during a free cocktail class from 6 – 7 pm. Enjoy a complimentary Casamigos shot at the door and plenty of goodies during the class. Afterwards, continue the celebration with $5 shots of Casamigos until 9 pm.
Address: Bodega Taqueria y Tequila – 1220 16th St., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Rocco’s Tacos
National Tequila Day is July 24th, and with an extensive list of more than 400 tequilas and seven locations throughout Florida and Brooklyn, Rocco’s Tacos is the ultimate celebration destination. Let Rocco’s Tacos take you on a National Tequila Day journey with exciting selections of Plata, Reposado, Anejo, Oro, Mezcal, and select premium tequilas including the artisanally crafted Clase Azul 5 Year Extra Anejo, which is only produced in batches of 100 bottles.
If you can’t make it to Rocco’s on the 24th, let Rocco’s come to you with this refreshing Watermelon Kiss Margarita recipe. It’s the perfect summer cocktail to help you cool down and celebrate NationalTequila Day in style.
Rocco’s Tacos Watermelon Kiss Margarita
3 oz. Herradura Silver Tequila
1 oz. Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
Dash of Agave Nectar
1 cup Seedless Watermelon Puree
Rim a margarita glass with sugar. Combine all ingredients and pour over ice.
www.RoccosTacos.com
Sushi Garage
Head on over to the newly dubbed “Restaurant Row” in the local neighborhood of Sunset Harbour and try the Aji Lychee cocktail at Sushi Garage. Sure to hit the spot with a mix of Maestro Dobel Tequila, lychee puree, lime juice and shishito peppers.
Price: $13
Address:1784 West Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
http://www.sushigarage.com
The Sarsaparilla Club
Renowned chefs Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth have built a unique and energizing concept inside the iconic Shelborne Wyndham Grand Hotel, The Sarsaparilla Club. Head over to try some of the exceptional cocktails including the No Money, No Honey. Mixed with Don Q Anejo and Cristal Rum, fresh blackberries, raspberries, honey, fresh lemon juice and Sarsaparilla’s own Ginger Sarsaparilla Soda; this cocktail will sure do the trick to beat the summer heat.
Price: $13
Address: 118th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Dolce Italian
Celebrate National Tequila Day and beat the Miami summer heat with the El Diablo cocktail at Dolce Italian at The Gale South Beach. Mixed with tequila, lime juice and spicy agave nectar for that extra kick. Available at Dolce Italian and The Dolce Bar.
Price: $8
Address: 1690 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.dolceitalianrestaurant.com
The Continental
Cocktail: Bump & Rind
Details: The Bump & Rind is a blend of Espolón Blanco & smoky mezcal, fresh watermelon, mint and allspice dram.
Price: $15
Address: 2360 Collins Ave, Miami, FL 33139
www.continentalmiami.com
Gianni’s at The Villa, Casa Casuarina
Cocktail: 24-karat Golden Margarita
Details: Gold-infused “El Cartel” tequila, Grand Marnier, freshly-squeezed orange and lime juice, finished with a salt rim over ice.
Price: $24
Address: 1116 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
http://vmmiamibeach.com/restaurant/
KYU
Cocktail: The Border Hopper
Details: Don Julio, pink grapefruit, lime and IPA
Price: $14
Address: 251 NW 25th St, Miami, FL 33127
Le Zoo
Cocktail: Lune de Sang
Details: Milagro Silver, L’Esprit d’June Blood Orange, Regan’s Orange Bitters
Price: $13
Address: 9700 Collins Ave #135, Miami Beach, FL 33154
www.lezoo.com
Makoto
Cocktail: Grilled Pineapple Margarita
Details: House-infused pineapple tequila, cilantro, spiced salt rim
Price: $14
Address: 9700 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33154
www.makoto-restaurant.com
Delano Beach Club
Cocktail: Rose Waters
Details: Avion Tequila, Rose Syrup, Lemon, Guava
Price: $19
Address: 1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Rose Bar at Delano South Beach
Cocktail: Fire Melon Paloma
Details: Avion Silver Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Watermelon, Bitters, Fresh Pressed Lime Juice
Price: $18
Address: 1685 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.morganshotelgroup.com/delano/delano-south-beach/eat-drink/rose-bar
Regent Cocktail Club
Classic cocktail bar hidden inside The Gale South Beach, Regent Cocktail Club, will take you back in time with its talented team of bartenders and exceptional cocktails. Try the Paloma for the ultimate tequila cocktail with mixes of Reposado Tequila, lime juice and grapefruit soda.
Price: $14
Address: 1690 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Juvia
Cocktail: Silver and Gold
Details: Don Julio Blanco Tequila, Raizul Anejo Tequila, Lime
Price: $17
Address: 1111 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.juviamiami.com
NaiYaRa
Cocktail: Yu-Tang-Rising
Details: Maestro Dobel Diamonte Tequila, Maraschino Liqueur, Pama Liqueur, Yuzu + Tang Sour
Price: $12
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Address: 1854 Bay Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33139
Bulla Gastrobar
Cocktail: Spanish Margarita
Details: Cazadores Reposado, Grand Marnier, amontillado sherry, lime juice, agave nectar
Price:$12
Coral Gables
2500 Ponce De Leon Blvd Coral Gables, FL 33134
Doral
335 NW 87th Ave C102 Doral, FL 33178
www.bullagastrobar.com
Driftwood Room at Nautilus, a SIXTY Hotel
Cocktail: The Cabana Club
Details: Avion Silver Tequila, Strawberry, Basil, Ginger
Price: $15
Address: 1825 Collins Ave Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.driftwoodroommiami.com
PM Fish & Steak House
Cocktail: Madero
Details: Zignum mezcal añejo margarita, muddle cucumber and jalapeño, agave nectar, fresh lime juice, Salt-chili-lime rim
Price: $16
Address: 1453 S Miami Ave Miami, FL 33130
www.pmrestaurantes.com/en/#inicio