Drink the Bottles

Tequila Redondel Diamante: Three Expressions, Three Ways to Experience Tequila Tequila has a way of changing the mood. It can be bright and lively in a citrus-filled cocktail, earthy and savory alongside a good meal, or slow and contemplative when poured neat into a glass and given a few minutes to open up. And while tequila has become a staple behind the bar, there is a lot more to the category than the familiar shot-and-lime routine. Tequila Redondel Diamante is a very good example. Crafted in Jalisco from 100% Blue Weber agave, Redondel Diamante approaches tequila with a combination of tradition, modern production and a strong connection to Mexican culture. The lineup includes three distinct expressions—Silver, Reposado and Añejo Cristalino—and tasting them side by side makes one thing immediately apparent: the differences aren't simply about how long the tequila spends in a barrel. Each expression brings a different personality to the glass. We recently spent some time with all...

From centuries-old traditions and handcrafted production methods to premium sipping tequilas and smoky mezcals, here's everything you need to know before raising a glass this National Tequila Day. National Tequila Day: More Than Just Another Drink Holiday Every year on July 24, tequila lovers across the United States celebrate National Tequila Day, an unofficial holiday dedicated to one of the world's most iconic spirits. Restaurants feature handcrafted margaritas, bars create tequila flights, and home enthusiasts finally have an excuse to uncork that special bottle they've been saving for the right occasion. But National Tequila Day deserves to be more than discounted shots and frozen cocktails. Over the past two decades, tequila has undergone a remarkable transformation. Once viewed primarily as the spirit behind late-night celebrations, it has evolved into one of the most respected categories in the premium spirits world. Distillers are emphasizing traditional production...