Jose Cuervo 1 August – 14 August
Sunday, 31 July 2011
More About Tequila and Mezcal Season 2011
The following brands will be available to taste at this year’s festival:
Jose Cuervo 1 August – 14 August
This is the biggest tequila company in the world and is
instrumental in establishing tequila as a global drink.
It has some fantastic premium products in its portfolio.
Ocho 15 August – 28 August
The first ever tequila to produce a different vintage every year,
just like a fine wine. It has quickly become one of the
bartenders’ favourites on account of its unique appeal.
Calle 23 29 August – 11 September
Launched not long ago in the UK, it has already proved to be
a competitive brand with an unprecedented following.
Herradura Tequila 12 September – 25 September
A giant in the tequila industry, with a great tradition and
fantastic consistency. A favourite amongst connoisseurs.
Olmeca Altos 26 September – 9 October
Produced using traditional artisanal methods, this tequila was
produced in association with internationally renowned
bartenders Henry Besant and Dre Masso and Olmaca’s Master
distiller, Jesus Hernandez.
Siete Leguas 10 October – 23 October
A regular in the Tequila Season, it is made in the traditional way
and is a popular choice for anyone who knows great quality tequila.
Tapatio 24 October – 6 November
One of the best tequilas ever made, this is regarded as a fine
tequila to sip.
Del Maguey Mezcal 7 November – 20 November
Taking the UK by storm, Del Maguey is a collection of fine, rare,
unblended mezcals made by individual family producers.
Be sure to head to Cafe Pacifico or a La Perla Bar & Grill over
the coming months to try one of these exquisite tequila and
mezcal brands.
Jose Cuervo 1 August – 14 August
This is the biggest tequila company in the world and is
instrumental in establishing tequila as a global drink.
It has some fantastic premium products in its portfolio.
Ocho 15 August – 28 August
The first ever tequila to produce a different vintage every year,
just like a fine wine. It has quickly become one of the
bartenders’ favourites on account of its unique appeal.
Calle 23 29 August – 11 September
Launched not long ago in the UK, it has already proved to be
a competitive brand with an unprecedented following.
Herradura Tequila 12 September – 25 September
A giant in the tequila industry, with a great tradition and
fantastic consistency. A favourite amongst connoisseurs.
Olmeca Altos 26 September – 9 October
Produced using traditional artisanal methods, this tequila was
produced in association with internationally renowned
bartenders Henry Besant and Dre Masso and Olmaca’s Master
distiller, Jesus Hernandez.
Siete Leguas 10 October – 23 October
A regular in the Tequila Season, it is made in the traditional way
and is a popular choice for anyone who knows great quality tequila.
Tapatio 24 October – 6 November
One of the best tequilas ever made, this is regarded as a fine
tequila to sip.
Del Maguey Mezcal 7 November – 20 November
Taking the UK by storm, Del Maguey is a collection of fine, rare,
unblended mezcals made by individual family producers.
Be sure to head to Cafe Pacifico or a La Perla Bar & Grill over
the coming months to try one of these exquisite tequila and
mezcal brands.
Tequila and Mezcal Season 2011
By Covent Garden Magazine
For the past six years Cafe Pacificoand La Perla Bar & Grills have played host to the ever popular Tequila Season in Covent Garden and Fitzrovia. This year will be no exception.
In fact, this August the festival has been broadened to include mezcal, another distilled Mexican alcoholic beverage made from 27 types of the agave plant, unlike tequila that can only be made from the blue agave.
From 1 August, aficionados and amateurs alike will be invited to sample a range of tequila and mezcal brands and to enjoy the range of tastes and flavours these drinks have to offer. The aim of the festival is to promote premium tequila and mezcal brands at competitive prices and to bring these drinks to a new audience.
For the past six years Cafe Pacificoand La Perla Bar & Grills have played host to the ever popular Tequila Season in Covent Garden and Fitzrovia. This year will be no exception.
In fact, this August the festival has been broadened to include mezcal, another distilled Mexican alcoholic beverage made from 27 types of the agave plant, unlike tequila that can only be made from the blue agave.
From 1 August, aficionados and amateurs alike will be invited to sample a range of tequila and mezcal brands and to enjoy the range of tastes and flavours these drinks have to offer. The aim of the festival is to promote premium tequila and mezcal brands at competitive prices and to bring these drinks to a new audience.