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Recent Examples of tequila
In a blender, combine Rhubarb-Strawberry Cubes, tequila, and lime juice.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2026
Locals can also order tequila, mezcal and Mexican beers.
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Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
McFarland and Smart got into an argument, starting after McFarland dropped a tequila bottle.
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Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Crafted with tequila, triple sec, and lime, this popular budget cocktail was first launched in 2017, and the restaurant has brought it back every so often.
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Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2026
Locals can also order tequila, mezcal and Mexican beers.
—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2026
McFarland and Smart got into an argument, starting after McFarland dropped a tequila bottle.
—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Crafted with tequila, triple sec, and lime, this popular budget cocktail was first launched in 2017, and the restaurant has brought it back every so often.
—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tequila
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In 1776, rum was the most popular spirit — whiskey would take that top spot in the 1780s — so rum would be the most on-theme liquor.
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This is a great whiskey to sip neat, but the brand also recommends trying it in an Old Fashioned.
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For an 8-ounce bottle, fill it nearly full with water, add a teaspoon of vodka and a total of 20-25 drops of essential oils.
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Other dishes, such as vodka sauce, zucchini cream and provolone sauce, and roasted garlic and Parmesan, are delicious options to pair with this cream-loving pasta.
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Combine gin, lime juice, syrup, Aperol and dry Curaçao in a shaker filled with ice.
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Despite its name, anyone can – and will – enjoy this refreshing cocktail, with an ingredient list that includes orange juice, gin, whiskey, and amaretto.
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Diners can choose from a wide selection of Mexican tequilas, mescals, and beers, as well as wines from around the globe and innovative cocktails like the Avocado Margarita and Oaxacan Old Fashioned.
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After the firing squad finished its work, victorious Mexican troops reportedly removed Crabb's head and shipped it to Mexico City in a jar of mescal.
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Classics like a white Russian, a Revolver, or an espresso tonic can all be made with decaf espresso liqueur—any cocktail recipe that uses espresso liqueur is suitable for this swap.
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This summery twist on the decadent Italian dessert swaps out espresso and marsala for homemade berry syrup and fruit liqueur.
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Early autumn brings calm water, regional wine events and a slower pace built for long lakeside lunches.
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SparkHouse’s cafe and bar is open to the public and sells tea, coffee (try the honey matcha latte), wine, beer cocktails and small bites.
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Ask about the rakia selection too, as the national spirit (a potent fruit brandy) is available in a few flavors at Terra, and the team will happily arrange a tasting.
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Enjoy this one at room temperature out of a brandy snifter in order to maximize those complexities.
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The vast rooftop terrace is amazing, with a huge local following for its views (rue Saint-Paul and Notre-Dame Basilica on one side, the Old Port on the other), and cocktails, including a house cocktail that mixes peach purée, peach schnapps, orange juice, and sparkling wine.
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Or swap out the peach schnapps for bourbon or light rum.
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“Tequila.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tequila. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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