July 24th is National Tequila Day. How are you celebrating? Why not grab a drink in Albuquerque?! Here are a few of the best places to grab a drink.
Tomasita's is a lively, family-owned restaurant where you'll find lots of tasty margaritas. In fact, they've been voted "Best Margarita" many times! They're famous for their frozen margaritas.
El Patron has an exceptional variety of tequilas behind the bar. You can order a tequila flight if you want to sample the liquor, sip a margarita, or enjoy a specialty cocktail. Try a Rude Cosmo (Don Julio Blanco, patron citronage with cranberry, lemon & lime), Tres Amigos (Tres Generaciones Anejo, Patron citronage, Pyrat rum, splash OJ and pineapple), or El Diablo Sunset (Kah Blanco Tequila, Gran Marnier, OJ, finish with Grenadine).
Cocina Azul is a casual, neighborhood Mexican restaurant in Albuquerque. It is a great spot to enjoy a no-frills, classic margarita paired with marvelous food.
Apothecary Lounge is a rooftop bar at Hotel Parq. It features exceptional views and cocktails. For National Tequila Day, try the Mil Gracias (Gracias A Dios Espadin Mezcal, Nixta Licor de Elote, Aperol, Lime & Grapefruit Jarritos) or the Prickly Pear Margarita (Exotico Blanco Tequila, Agave Nectar, Triple Sec, Lime Juice & Prickly Pear Puree).
These are just a few of the many great places to spend National Tequila Day! Which will you visit?