National Tequila Day is Sunday, July 24 and we’ve rounded up some fabulous specials and hot spots for refreshing tequila cocktails at some of DC’s top restaurants and bars. Whether tequila is your drink of choice, or it transports you back to an infamously raucous night out, these cocktails are tasty enough to celebrate!
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2854 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA / Website
Gather your crew to celebrate National Tequila Day at B Live. The bar will be offering $5 off Marg-Mosa towers, large enough to serve four people. Choose from grapefruit, strawberry, mango, and classic margarita flavors. Reserve a table here.
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1738 14th Street NW / Website
While yes, the name implies whiskey, check out this spot for a tasty array of tequila cocktails. For a spicy sip, try the Green Lantern, made with C+W specialty passion berry Chacho, Midori, agave, and lime. Then, check out the Kool-Aid Caliente, made with Cazadores tequila, C+W specialty passion berry Chacho, lime, blue curacao, and grapefruit.
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1155 14th Street NW / Website
Enjoy spanning city views from the rooftop of Hotel Zena while sipping on The Stigma. The tequila-based cocktail is inspired by spices and herbs native to Spain. It is made with Saffron Casamigos, lime juice, lemon juice, rosemary simple syrup, and chili bitters, and topped with a St. Elizabeth allspice dram. Reserve a table here.
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2650 Virginia Avenue NW / Website
Head to the iconic Watergate Hotel and enjoy a Time Traveler Cocktail at the renowned bar and restaurant, Kingbird. Spend the day at the classy locale and venture out to the Watergate’s newly opened pickle ball courts and adjoining bar. Reservations for Kingbird can be placed here.
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Head to Maiz64 for endless tequila cocktails in celebration of the holiday. On Saturday, July 23, and Sunday, July 24, guests can enjoy bottomless cocktails for just $35 during brunch. Try the Everyday Verde, made with tequila, cucumber, celery, and lime juice, or try a sip with some spice with the Alma de Maiz. It’s made with tequila, maize, lime, and Morita chili peppers. The Hibiscus margarita will also be included in the deal and is made with tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and hibiscus flower.
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1647 20th Street NW / Website
With over 100 varieties of tequila on-hand at Mi Casa, now is the perfect excuse to try a new reposado, blanco, cristalinos, or añejos in celebration of the holiday. No into downing straight tequila? Check out the lengthy cocktail menu. The frozen Coco Loco and Mi Piña drinks are frosty and boozy enough to make venturing out in this heat worth it.
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Head to José Andrés’ stellar Mexican restaurant for a sweeping variety of tequilas and mezcals. With two full menu pages dedicated to the liquors, you can be sure there’s always something new to try, even if you’re a tequila and mezcal connoisseur. Check out the lengthy liquor menu here. Reservations can be made here.
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1659 Wisconsin Avenue NW / Website
Liquor-lovers must try The Fountain Inn for a large variety of luxury liquors. It’s newly opened in Bookhill, Georgetown and for National Tequila Day the tasting room will offer a tequila flight for just $99. Guests will enjoy sips of Don Julio 1942, Clase Azul Anejo, and Casa Dragones Blanco. Reservations can be made here.
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Enjoy oysters with your tequila at The Walrus. Order the oyster shooter with blanco tequila for a tasty and boozy take on the beloved, slurpable seafood. The beverage menu also features an array of margaritas frozen or on the rocks. Reservations can be placed here.
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