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I've officially updated my 2022 Tequila Wish List with a whole gang of new brands for you guys to search out with me! Check out what's new and what brands I was able to cross off my 2021 wish list as well!

New year, new list! Yeah, I know I’m making this update at the end of September 2022, but better late than never! Here is my list of brands I’ve yet to add to my bar in 2022 and currently on the hunt for as we speak! 2022 Tequila Wish List Tequila Ocho Puntas blanco Mijenta Tequila XA Fortelaza Tequila 2022 Winter Blend Mala Vida Tequila x Dos Artes Tequila Limited Edition XA Inspiro…

Amazing cocktail for you guys featuring Maestro Dobel Tequila Pavito expression!

So earlier today I posted a picture of a shipment of tequila I received (that no one paid attention to) today in my story from our good friends at Proximo. I asked if anyone can guess what all bottles are in the box, of course no one cared to play along… Thanks guys…. Well I’m going to pretend like y’all did and show you this beauty that was amongst all the beautiful bottles!  Today I…

Top shelf pairing alert! Check out this Jose Cuervo Reserva De La Familia extra añejo & LFD Capitulo II pairing!

Yeah, I know I just posted about this exact line up…. But damnit, this @josecuervotequila Reserva De La Familia extra añejo is just too damn good to not pour up and kick back with a glass on this beautiful Chicago night!!  Then when I see I have another @lfdcigars Capitulo II looking sexy as fuck in my humidor just looking gorgeous, especially since I haven’t been able to enjoy a cigar in two…

Man this was a great event! Learn everything about Codigo 1530 here!

Truly excited about this one! Today we have @saludtime joining the show from @codigo1530 talking tequila, cigars, bourbon, and everything Codigo 1530 @tplounge_1996 for tonight’s filming!  We enjoyed various @708cigars and also ranked @elijahcraig barrel proof for our bourbon portion of the show.  We missed @suburbanbourbondad to really break down the bourbon so I hope I did a great job…

Check out this amazing interview with the owner of Yeyo Tequila!

Had an absolutely amazing interview with @yeyotequila in which we discussed his vision and motivation for starting the brand. We got into what’s next for his brand, the process he has went through for finding the perfect expression, and more!! There’s even buried treasure!!  Definitely make sure to watch this whole interview or else you’re missing out!!  View this post on Instagram A post…

Check out this TLA Cocktail creation called MP Splash Cocktail featuring Cantera Negra Tequila silver expression!

Oh how I love my Monday cocktails!  To kick off @canteranegratequila week here at TLA, I had to mix up what I’m dubbing….  TLA MP Splash cocktail!  To mix up this absolutely delectable creation you’re going to need the ingredients listed below: – 2oz @canteranegratequila Silver (because it’s so delicious and I believe you should always be able to taste the tequila you’re using) – 1/2 oz agave…

Check out this interview with the Master Distiller of Cantera Negra Tequila!

Had the great pleasure of speaking with @canteranegratequila Master Blender about everything @canteranegratequila and what makes this tequila so amazing!  We discuss the history of the brand, their motivation, how the tequila is made, how the brand came to be and a ton more that you must watch ASAP!  Right after you’re done watching, make sure to go purchase multiple bottles of their full…

Check out this TLA Christmas Mule recipe made with Inspiro Tequila blanco expression.

Finally!!! The Christmas Ales are back in season!!! Had to mix up one of my favorite holiday cocktails tonight, my Christmas Mule! This time around I decided to use Inspiro Tequila blanco to provide the delicious tequila ingredient needed to perfect this expression! I used: – Fresh lime – Fresh cranberries – Great Lakes Brewing Co Christmas Ale – Inspiro Tequila blanco As usual, measure…