Drink the Bottles

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...