October is National Women’s Business Month, dedicated to celebrating the contributions of women who are breaking through glass ceilings across the globe. The hospitality industry is filled with women who are doing great things and inspiring others through their success. Even though this month is specifically dedicated to them, we’re celebrating these amazing women in hospitality all year round. That’s why we’re highlighting these women, leading the charge in the hospitality industry who know how to work hard and are weighing in on just what it’s like to be a woman in this industry. From master ..read more

Save the fancy crystal and put away the shiny silver shaker. Bring some flavor to your bar by shaking up a Cantarito cocktail. A Cantarito isn’t glitzy or fussy. It’s hard even to call it a “cocktail.” It’s a drink with a little character and a lot of moxie. You might consider a Cantarito like a Paloma Punch – grapefruit soda, tequila and citrus, served in “jarritos de barro grandes” or a big clay cup. The Heart of the Cantarito is in the Cups View this post on Instagram It's a little grey in Hackney Wick today but Friday cocktails in our Mexican Cantaritos are helping us through A post sha ..read more

In these unprecedented times, the future of our most-loved restaurants and bars have fallen into question. Due to the mandated closures sweeping our nation, many establishments in the hospitality industry have closed their doors to the public or limit their offerings for customers purely for take-out orders. For many, the result has been a massive decrease in patronage. But for Charity Johnston of Toca Madera, business is booming. Charity is the Global Beverage Director for The Madera Group. This organization develops, owns, and operates well-known restaurant venues throughout Southern Califo ..read more

One of the best tequila cocktail concoctions may be a recipe you’ve never heard of before. Introducing, Sangrita – the traditional accompaniment to premium sipping tequila. Made with fresh fruit and spices, Sangrita is meant to cleanse the palate between sips of your favorite tequila while complimenting its smooth flavor profile. Despite their comparable names, don’t confuse Sangrita with Sangria. Sangria is a wine-based punch of Spanish or Portuguese origins. While delicious (especially with tequila), it’s a cocktail on its own made with wine and fresh fruit, usually served in party-ready pi ..read more

Every year, the surge of red and pink heart decor gives way to the most commercial holiday of the year: Valentine’s Day. While some mark this romantic day with roses, chocolates, and a reservation at the most expensive restaurant in town, we have a different idea to make your celebration more intimate. We’ve compiled our top aphrodisiac tequila food pairings to create a Valentine’s Day menu that’s sure to turn up the heat. Valentine’s Day Menu: Appetizer Course Oysters are one of the most popular aphrodisiac foods on this menu. Beautiful, salty, chewy, and creamy, the oyster’s romantic effec ..read more

Our Friday night favorite: home-based happy hour. What’s better than the comforts of your flip-flops, your own couch, and your own Friday night vibes playlist? Whether it’s hosting an adult sleep-over with your closest girlfriends, entertaining a few lucky neighbors, or mixing a custom cocktail for yourself before Uber’ing to dinner, planning the perfect party takes work. It can be intimidating to be in charge of everything – from bartending, to cheffing, to DJ’ing – there’s a lot to figure out. And let’s get real, besides good music, a well-balanced cocktail is one of the most important elem ..read more

We like, no, we love, sharing information about all things cocktails – recipes, history, food pairings – and more. But we haven’t really talked about the essential home bar tools that enable you to be the best home mixologist you can be. Whether it’s just you and your homies hangin’ on a Sunday afternoon or serving a signature cocktail to a dinner party for 20, being confident behind the bar elevates your guests’ experiences. Having a well-stocked bar not only makes you a rock-star bartender, it saves time and money. With this list of the 7 Essential Tools for Your Home Bar, you’ll be more th ..read more

Are you focusing on your health but still want to enjoy delicious cocktails? We’ve got you covered! GT’s Synergy Kombucha — inspired by Mother Nature and known for its uncompromising ingredients — is the perfect ingredient to add to your favorite tequila kombucha cocktails. Want to learn how to make kombucha cocktails? We have you covered with our collection of original tequila kombucha drink recipes that provide plenty of health benefits and flavor. Benefits of Kombucha A fermented tea, kombucha has been consumed for thousands of years. It contains probiotics, antioxidants, and cancer-fighti ..read more

The holidays are upon us, and what better way to celebrate than indulging in delicious tequila holiday cocktails? From Thanksgiving and holiday-inspired imbibements to refreshing, sunshiney drinks for after the New Year, our winter cocktail selections are perfect for the occasion.  Spice up your parties and gatherings with these tequila holiday cocktails that are sure to leave everyone feeling jolly. Happy holidays from Azuñia! November It’s time for sweaters, boots, and crisp autumn breezes. Who doesn’t love the fall season? It calls for aromatic fall flavors like pumpkin, apple cider, apple ..read more