Overview

• Tequila's popularity has surged, challenging gin as a top choice on London bar menus and beyond.
• Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo tequilas, defined by their ageing processes, are being embraced for different drinking occasions and cocktails.
• Bartenders highlight clean, 100% agave tequilas like Don Fulano and Tequila Ocho for Margaritas, emphasizing purity and balance.
• Classic Margaritas use a 3:2:1 ratio of tequila, triple sec, and lime, while Tommy’s Margarita replaces triple sec with agave nectar to spotlight tequila’s natural flavors.
• Premium artisan tequilas, often costing triple figures, are becoming coveted for sipping, with Añejo varieties likened to fine whiskies.