Paired for the senses: Experience something new with Casa Dragones Joven and oysters

what (and when) is oyster season, and how can you get creative with enjoying it?

Legend has it that oysters are best enjoyed September through April (also known as the “r” months). We did a little research and debunked this myth, discovering that now—thanks to cold-water oyster farms and modern refrigeration—every season is a perfectly fine oyster season. And there’s no more decadent a way to enjoy good oysters than with a flute of Casa Dragones Joven.

Ideally, oysters are firm and lean in texture, and briny in taste. The emerging flavors, depending on the oyster, can span sweet, earthy, and mineral tones. They’re best straight out of cold water and eaten from the shell immediately after being shucked, or plucked straight off a raw bar. Any beverage accompanying an oyster should not overpower its distinct flavor, making Joven the perfect complement. The master blend of 100% blue agave silver and extra aged tequila has a complex yet subtle flavor that beautifully balances the minerality of these all-season delicacies.

Photo courtesy of The Resort at Pedregal.

Upon tasting Casa Dragones Joven, chef Elena Reygadas recalls she was “surprised because of its elegance and subtlety.” Accordingly, she crafted an exquisite dish of Kumiai oysters to pair with the Joven for her Mexico City restaurant, Rosetta. The sweet, creamy notes in the oysters beautifully matched the Joven’s own subtle sweetness. Chef Darren Walsh of Lula Bistro in Guadalajara once creatively paired Joven with extra-large oysters topped with smoked shallot and bacon chutney, bacon panna cotta, and watermelon pearls, while José restaurant in Dallas has served Joven with smoky, grilled oysters for added depth.

While chefs have had their fun with the pairing, it’s simple enough to take into your own hands. Take notes, perhaps, from chef Gustavo Pinet of Crudo Bar at The Resort in Pedegral, who has served Joven with oysters accompanied with mignonettes such as grilled pineapple pico de gallo and spicy sesame oil and a mint ponzu sauce, cucumber, and red onion. Get creative with it, or pare back with a more standard mignonette and let you flute of Joven do the work.

Want more pairing inspiration? Explore other ways Casa Dragones Joven can be the perfect culinary complement here.

How to Host the Most Memorable Summertime Celebration

Your go-to guide for inspiration, with tips from expert entertainers for any summertime celebration 

The long days of summer call for adventure, relaxation, and spending quality time with quality people. When you’re playing host for any gathering—whether it’s an all-out dinner party or just a casual afternoon get-together with close friends—a few subtle details can make it all the more memorable. We’ve put together a no-fuss guide inspired by a few of our favorite hosts so you can entertain with elegance and thoughtfulness, no matter the occasion.

1. Set the Scene

Making an impression is all about the details. Get creative with the color scheme and express it through florals or a tablescape. For a party Laura Vinroot Poole hosted in honor of her friend Irene Neuwirth, she decorated the scene with colors inspired by Neuwirth’s opalescent jewelry line. If you’re going for a themed occasion, look to Sasha Bickoff’s sea-inspired fête (above) which included seashell motifs, a seafood-driven menu, and festive specialty cocktails (on-theme attire not pictured). Go the extra mile and fix up an easy raw bar with oysters, which pair exquisitely with Casa Dragones Joven.

2. Make it Personal

Handwritten name cards are a simple yet thoughtful touch to make the dining table more welcoming. For an extra-special gathering, consider a personalized, hand-signed bottle of Casa Dragones Joven to perfectly commemorate the occasion.

3. Brighten the Mood

The right lighting can transform an atmosphere. According to entertaining expert (and Instagram icon) Athena Calderone, candlelight is the most flattering, but for the right space, stringing twinkling lights overhead can make for an equally cozy and picturesque setup. For the DIY-inclined, take notes from New York–based event planner Sam Masters, who creatively adorned paper lanterns with tassels and fringe for a Chinatown-inspired dinner party for textiles brand Voutsa in Manhattan.

4. Have a Well-equipped Bar

And that means stocking beautiful glassware and accessories as much as it does quality spirits (we love our set of Christofle crystal tumblers, above). When guests arrive, greet them with a refreshing drink. A simple Dragones Rocks makes for an elegant and warm welcome. Plus, it means you won’t be stuck messing with fancy garnishes, cocktail shakers, or sticky counters.

5. Serve Festive Drinks

Good libations are key. For a larger get-together, consider hiring a bartender and give our cocktail recipe collection a visit when planning the menu (best to let a pro handle the more intricate recipes in there, anyway). If you’re playing mixologist, try an easily batch-able cocktail such as the Marquis Margarita or Oprah’s favorite, the Pink Panther.

6. Make a Seasonal Menu

Athena Calderone recommends going the simple route with hearty one-pot or make-ahead meals (think: a seasonal salad or a braised meat dish that can be made the night before). Or for an elevated dining experience, impress your guests with a menu or single course paired with Casa Dragones Joven for a culinary experience that fully immerses the senses. Peruse our library of chef pairings for inspiration.

Bonus tip: If you’re on the other end of an invitation, don’t forget a thoughtful token of gratitude for the host. Consider the Casa Dragones Blanco half bottle for its portable size and gift-ready box.

(FROM TOP) Photo courtesy Gately Williams. Photo courtesy Carl Timpone. Photo courtesy Jenna Peffley (L); Personalized Casa Dragones Joven Bottle (R). Photo courtesy Architectural Digest. MAG Festival 2018 in San Miguel de Allende. Dragones Rocks. Pink Panther (L); Photo courtesy Athena Calderone (R).

Celebrate National Tequila Day With Casa Dragones

From the West Coast to the East, here’s where you can get the best Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails

Forget the fact that July 24 is a Tuesday for a second and remember that it’s National Tequila Day. For those celebrating, we’ve mapped out some places for you to enjoy a Casa Dragones cocktail (or four) across the country. Whether you’re looking for an intimate spot for an intricately garnished craft cocktail or you’re satiating a little wanderlust at Epcot (La Cava del Tequila is featuring the elegant Dragones Rocks as its National Tequila Day special), you’re now well-equipped to celebrate properly.

Let’s be honest—you can have tequila any day you want, but for some reason it’s more fun on July 24. Cheers, and happy National Tequila Day.

Above: La Cava del Tequila cocktail at Epcot in Orlando, Florida

New York:

Polo bar

Atla

Cosme

Empellon

The Blond

Bar Masa

Toloache

Dos Caminos

Above: Doctor X cocktail at Atla in New-York

Los Angeles:

Sunset Tower

Soho House

The Montage

The Waldorf

Javier’s

Son of a Gun

Gracias Madre

San Francisco:

Cala

Dirty Habit

Boulevard

The Ritz

St. Regis

Foreign Cinema

Nido

Above: Elegante cocktail at Cala in San Francisco

Texas:

FortyFiveTen

Nobu

Jose

Perla’s

Lonesome Dove

Hotel Saint Cecila

Hotel Emma

Miami:

Epcot

SoHo Beach House

One Hotel

Fountain Blue

The Delano

The Setai

Nation

Above: Dragon’s Breath cocktail at Lonesome Dove in Austin, Texas

Must-Visit Spots for a Perfect Summer Weekend in the Hamptons

From beachside views to popular local hangouts, here are the best places to enjoy a cocktail off-duty.

All too familiar to New Yorkers, an easy trip out to the Hamptons makes for a popular, blissful weekend escape in the summertime. Whether coming out for a day or a long weekend, you can hop on the Jitney bus, the LIRR, drive, or skip the crowds and traffic altogether fly BLADE (use “Dragones” for $100 off your first flight). And for when you get there, we’ve rounded up our favorite local spots where you can kick back, unwind, and enjoy Casa Dragones signature craft cocktails.

Stay at Gurney’s Montauk for the full luxury experience that includes waterfront dining, lavish spas, and an array of inviting restaurants. Opt for an escape to the quieter parts of town on Shelter Island’s Sunset Beach Hotel where private porches look out to a private beach on the bay.

(Above: The Casa Verde cocktail and interior of the Surf Lodge in Montauk)

For the beach lovers, lounge in shaded hammocks or jam to live music while sipping on the Casa Verde cocktail at the Surf Lodge. Go to Moby’s to satisfy your seafood cravings alongside expansive views of the harbor. Other nearby favorites include East Hampton Grill, an intimate locale known for its hearty comfort food, the charming Red Bar Brasserie, and Nick and Toni’s where a menu of seasonally inspired meals can be enjoyed in a Tuscan farmhouse setting. 

Sag Harbor has a diverse selection of restaurants. From classic French cuisine at Le Bilboquet  to unique wood-fired cooking at Lulu Kitchen & Bar or locally inspired dishes at the Hamptons first ever winery-owned restaurant, Wölffer Kitchen, there’s something for everyone.

End the weekend at Eleven Madison Park’s seasonal pop-up, the E.M.P Summer House, for a sip of Dragones Rocks. The world-famous Daniel Humm establishment has partnered with American Express for the second year in a row to bring a more casual dining experience to East Hampton.

(Above: The E.M.P Summer House in East Hampton)

Want to make your own cocktail? You can get your bottle at these locations:

McNamara Liquors – BridgeHampton

Herbert & Rist – Southampton

Montauk Wine & Liquor – Montauk

Wines by Morrell – East Hampton

Sag Harbor Liquor – Sag Harbor

Amagansett Wine & Spirits – Amagansett

Vogue Pre-Met Gala Dinner

Tequila Casa Dragones Featured at Vogue Pre-Met Gala Dinner

Every year before the Met Gala, Vogue hosts a party in celebration of ‘Fashion’s Biggest Night Out.’ This year, celebrities and models attended a pre-Gala dinner themed “The Great Beauty” at Lower Manhattan old-world Italian restaurant Forlini’s (the inspiration for the night’s hashtag #SpaghettiandMetBalls). Guests including Hailey Baldwin, Alexa Chung, Hannah Ferguson, Grace Hartzel, Ashley Graham, Kate Bosworth, Michael Polish, and Hailey Benton Gates were served Casa Dragones on the rocks with a twist as well as Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, the Mexico City Margarita, which was renamed “Voguearita” for the night. The restaurant’s unveiling of a secret dessert room, and the arrival of the Takumi Tacos food truck, kicked off the second half of the soirée that included a performance by singer-songwriter Moses Sumney and DJ set by Charlie Klarsfeld.

The Real Story of Cinco de Mayo

Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo does not mark the day of Mexican Independence

This unofficial holiday actually marks a Mexican victory at the battle of Puebla, Mexico, in the 19th century against the French army, a day not even recognized by the federal Mexican government. The small town of Puebla is one of the only places in Mexico where this day is celebrated. There, they convene and hit the streets with parades and reenactments in honor of the battle. But it became popular in the United States for another reason.

Cinco de Mayo began to gain popularity as a day of celebration in the 1960s, as Mexican-American activists raised public interest in a holiday that celebrated Mexican culture. In time, it became a holiday of fun and an exciting and exuberant way to usher in the summer’s arrival.

So what is the full story behind everyone’s favorite day of celebration?

Mexico’s tenuous political relationship with Spain, Britain, and France reached a climax in 1862. Mexico owed these European countries a significant amount of money from years of accrued debt, and while Spain and Britain removed their navies from the gulf of Mexico, France decided it was time to make a power play. They landed and began an invasion on the Central American mainland, pushing the Mexican army to the northern border to their American neighbor who was occupied fighting their own Civil War.

In the small town of Puebla, the Mexican army was outnumbered and outmatched. By what seemed like a miracle and by a series of strategic moves, they held off Napoleon III and the French army, pushing them back. Word reached Mexican immigrants in the United States weeks later, resulting in a symbolic victory both on the battlefield and in the hearts of those who called Mexico their home. Although the battle was small, and it would be several years until France fully retreated from Mexico, this victory captured the Mexican spirit of independence and resilience.

For Cinco de Mayo this year, enjoy a full Saturday of fun by drinking Dragones Blanco on the rocks, sipping Casa Dragones Joven with an inspired pairing dish, or by celebrating with a Cinco-inspired cocktail to enjoy with family and friends.

Creative Cocktail Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Inspired cocktails with Casa Dragones Blanco for Cinco de Mayo

Pichon Dragon 

Visit Fonda for the Pichon Dragon cocktail. Lime and Passionfruit deliver bursts of sweetness that are perfect for a refreshing post-meal drink.

2 oz Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco

0.5 oz Passionfruit puree

0.25 oz Fresh lime juice

4 dashes of Orange Bitters

Mix the Casa Dragones Blanco, passionfruit puree, and fresh lime juice in a shaker. Add orange bitters, strain, and serve.

FONDA

976 Madison Ave

New York, NY 10075

Marco’s Mexican Margarita

Javier’s Cantina features Marco’s Mexican Margarita. This bold, legendary drink updated with Casa Dragones Blanco is crisp, cool, and enjoyable all day long.

1.5 oz Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco

0.5 oz Cointreau

Fresh Lime Juice

Garnish with a salted rim glass and a slice of lime

JAVIER’S

Crystal Cove Promenade

7832 E. Coast Hwy

Newport Beach, CA 92657

Doctor X

Atla’s Doctor X cocktail is inspired by a Mexican wrestler and is here just in time for Cinco de Mayo. It boldly combines chili heat with tartness from Kava Kava and lime.

1.5 oz Kava kava infused Casa Dragones Blanco
1 oz Batch (Ancho reyes + Giffards Creme de Cacao)

0.5 oz Lime juice
2 oz Soda water
3 dashes of Fernet Valley float

Shake all ingredients together before straining over fresh ice cubes in a glass, then top with the soda water. Finish the cocktail with 3 dashes of fernet valet and garnish with candied ginger.

ATLA

372 Lafayette St

New York, NY 10012

Carlota’s Margarita 

Find Carlota’s Margarita at Atla restaurant. This creative cocktail mimics the buttery richness of Mexican cuisine with egg whites and key lime cachete.

1.5 oz Casa Dragones Blanco
0.5 oz Lime juice

0.75 oz Batch (Dolin Blanc: Cocchi Americano)

0.5 Lime Juice

Egg whites/yolk

Barspoon Lime Curd

Shake all ingredients together, then add 4-5 cold draft cubes and hard shake. Strain over fresh cold draft cubes in AP rox glass.  Garnish with lime cachete.

ATLA

372 Lafayette St

New York, NY 10012

Sparkling Margarita

Beatrice Inn features the Sparkling Margarita, a bubbly twist on a classic margarita. It marries agave nectar, lime juice, Casa Dragones Blanco, and a splash of champagne.

1.5 oz Casa Dragones Blanco

0.5 oz Grand Marnier

0.75 oz Lime Juice

0.5 oz Agave Nectar

Top with Rose Brut sparkling wine. Serve in champagne flute and garnish with Seville orange with black lava salt.

BEATRICE INN

285 W 12th St

New York, NY 10014

Inspired Food Pairings for Cinco de Mayo

Creative food pairings with Casa Dragones Joven for Cinco de Mayo

Crab Garnachas

Crafted by Josefina Lopez Mendez of Chapulin in Mexico City, these fried tortilla bites topped with crab, tomato salsa and costeno chile make a savory snack to enjoy before or during your dinner.

White Ceviche

Ceviche and Casa Dragones Joven is a favorite pairing for many chefs, including Martha Ortiz from Dulce Patra of Mexico City who created this refreshing dish. Simple to make and elegant to serve, this dish is an authentically Mexican way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Crispy Fish Tacos

Chef Bano of Spring Place in New York creates this tangy, colorful taco dish that is far from ordinary. Crispy corn tortillas, fresh red snapper, pico de gallo, lime zest, and creme fraiche create the perfect balance with Casa Dragones Joven.

Beef Striploin Skewers with Grilled Bell Pepper and Spicy Jus

Michelin-starred Chef Remi van Peteghem of the Clement Restaurant at the Peninsula, New York takes a break from the typical wine pairing by marrying this savory meat dish with his favorite tequila. Rich and flavorful, this pairing makes an exciting main course for your elegant Cinco de Mayo dinner.

Chocolate Tart

Chocolate and Casa Dragones Joven are the perfect marriage, and the perfect way to end your Cinco de Mayo dinner. Take inspiration from this elegant tart from The Modern restaurant in New York.

The Platinum Coachella Experience

Casa Dragones Cocktails Featured at Coachella’s American Express Platinum House

This year, musicians like Beyonce, Eminem, The Weeknd, Cardi B, and more performed at Coachella, the massive Palm Springs festival. Tequila Casa Dragones joined the fun at the American Express Platinum House, serving the Platinum Paloma cocktail, crafted with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. Once they arrived, guests including including Laverne Cox, Jamie Chung, and Stacey Griffith enjoyed music by Bebe Rexha and DJ Hannah Bronfman before heading on to the festival. Experiencing the Platinum House at the Parker Palm Springs with the Platinum Paloma cocktail was the perfect way for guests to kick off their Coachella adventure.

Fly to Coachella in style with Blade’s Helicopter Service and Tequila Casa Dragones

Casa Dragones will be offered to Coachella-goers flying Blade

Blade, the Uber for those who want to travel short-distances quicker by booking a helicopter, will once again be shuttling attendees to the Coachella Festival. In Palm Springs, fliers will land at Drai’s Desert Lounge, which is a 1960s-themed outdoor living room that also houses the Casa Dragones Tequila Bar where a DJ will be spinning. Read more at Billboard.com

Book a Blade flight to Coachella now

Tequila Casa Dragones at Bottega Veneta’s RTW Fall 2018 Show

Bottega Veneta’s RTW Fall 2018 show was held at the New York Stock Exchange on a set adorned with a working fireplace and John Chamberlain sculpture to evoke the feel of a traditional Italian home–with a touch of international flair. Superstar models walked the runway: Adwoa Aboah, Kaia Gerber, Irina Shayk, Natalie Westling and Gigi Hadid, who closed the show; as Hollywood A-listers watched along: Julianne Moore, Priyanka Chopra, Salma Hayek, Poppy Delevingne, and the Manners sisters. Guests enjoyed the Spicy Dragones Margarita and the party continued at Trinity Place with champagne and an eclectic DJ set from model Soo Joo Park.

5 Valentine’s Day Tequila Cocktails

Tequila Casa Dragones has selected five delightful cocktails made by some of the best mixologists in New York and San Francisco to celebrate Valentine’s Day the finest way. Discover these delicious cocktail recipes that will make your Valentine’s evening a very special moment.

Mother of Dragones served at Empellon, New York

This Valentine’s Day, enjoy a signature cocktail crafted by beverage Director Noah Small from Empellon, New York: Mother of Dragones. This lime-based cocktail perfectly highlights Casa Dragones Blanco’s herbaceous notes.

Recipe

1 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
2 oz of Casa Dragones Blanco
1 oz of fresh lime juice
.75 oz of agave syrup
Smoked salt rim
Shake and strain into a smoked salt rimmed glass.

María Félix served at Foreign Cinema, San Francisco

The hint of citrus in the aroma of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco is brought to the forefront in this cocktail crafted by cocktail specialist Nicole Beyries at Foreign Cinema. For a romantic finish, this pink cocktail is garnished with a sugared rose petal.

Recipe

2 oz of Casa Dragones Blanco
.25 oz of Combier
.75 oz of rose syrup
1 oz of fresh squeezed lemon
Shake, double strain into a large coupe with a rose sugar rim and float a sugared rose petal on the surface.

L’Avant Garde served at Baccarat Hotel, New York

Inspired by the classic little black dress with Christian Louboutin shoes, Antoine Hodges at Baccarat Hotel crafts a bright, refreshing and aromatic cocktail that has a rich, velvety look. This refreshing cocktail is certainly not your average Valentine’s Day elixir.

Recipe

.75 oz of Casa Dragones Blanco
.75 oz of Cappelletti
.75 oz of Yellow Chartreuse.
75 oz of lime
1/2 bar spoon of activated coconut charcoal
2 dashes of orange bitters
Absinthe rinse
Add all ingredients except absinthe in a mixing tin and shake.
Double strain into a chilled absinthe rinsed coupe.
Garnish with red rose petals.

Heart of the Dragon served at Boulevard Restaurant, San Francisco

Dylan Godwin at Boulevard restaurant in San Francisco crafts the Heart of the Dragon, using grapefruit and hibiscus to accentuate the floral and aromatic notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. The refreshing ingredients and rich ruby color make the Heart of the Dragon a perfectly themed Valentine’s Day drink.

Recipe

1.5 oz of Casa Dragones Blanco
.5 oz of grapefruit liquor
1 oz of fresh lime juice
2 oz of hibiscus syrup
Shake and strain over fresh ice into a black lava salt rimmed glass.
Garnish with a grapefruit peel.

Roses are Red served at Four Seasons, New York

Roses are Red is a cocktail crafted by Craig Joseph, manager at Four Seasons Ty Bar. Described as a love story by its creator, the cocktail’s unique martini vessel signifies love’s beauty and versatility, its effervescent prosecco represents joyfulness, and the rose embedded in its iceball is a celebration of everlasting love.

Recipe

1 oz of Casa Dragones Blanco
1 oz of Combier Pamplemousse Rose
.5 oz of lemon juice
1/2 glass of Prosecco

Add all ingredients except prosecco in a mixing tin and shake. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Top with prosecco.

6 perfect tequila cocktails for winter

Tequila Casa Dragones has chosen 6 extraordinary cocktails that capture the essence of winter. Warm up your winter evenings with these delicious recipes crafted from some of the top bartenders in the U.S. and Mexico, with ingredients such as hibiscus and apple cider, and Casa Dragones Blanco.

 

Winter is Coming served at The NoMad Bar, New York

Inspired by the fresh, herbal tasting notes in Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, Leo Robitschek, Bar Director at The NoMad Hotel, crafts a perfect winter cocktail with apple cider and maple syrup, balanced with Amaro and lemon. The sweetness of the maple syrup and the bitterness of the apple cider make the cocktail a perfect winter drink.

Recipe

1 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
1 oz. Luxardo Amaro Abano
.75 oz. Apple Cider
.5 oz. Lemon Juice
.25 oz. Maple Syrup

Shake, strain, and garnish with apple slices.

 

Winter Flower served at Please Don’t Tell, New York

James Beard award-winning mixologist Jim Meehan from PDT in New York City, crafts the Winter Flower, a tequila version of the Hot Toddy, using hibiscus and grenadine to accentuate the floral and aromatic notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. Proof that Casa Dragones Tequila can also be savored heated.

Recipe

1.5 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
4.5 oz. Hot Hibiscus Tea
.25 oz. Benedictine
.25 oz. Jack Rude Grenadine

Serve in a pre-heated glass with a clove-studded lemon.

 

Silver Needles by Raúl Torrecilla served at Casa Dragones’ Tasting Room, San Miguel de Allende

From behind the bar at Casa Dragones’ Tasting Room, Raúl Torrecilla of Corazón de Alcachofa in Guadalajara, Mexico creates a full-bodied cocktail called Silver Needles, with Casa Dragones Blanco. Torrecilla crafted the signature cocktail especially to serve to VIP guests during his bartender residency. Making his own shrub with chamomile and green pepper, Torrecilla compliments the beautiful green notes found in Casa Dragones Blanco, while adding egg white to a full, velvety body. The cocktail is garnished with thyme and pink pepper for an added aromatic kick.

Recipe

2 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
5 oz. Homemade shrub made with green pepper, chamomile, and apple vinegar
5 oz. Fresh lemon juice
3 oz. Agave syrup
3 oz. Egg white
1 Dash Strega liqueur

Combine all ingredients on ice and shake vigorously. Strain over a coupe glass. Add the dash Strega liqueur and garnish with thyme and pink pepper.

 

Citron au Jardin served at French Laundry, Yountville

From Chef Thomas Keller’s Michelin-starred restaurant, The French Laundry comes a delicious and innovative cocktail, named Citron au Jardin. Renowned for its locally sourced ingredients, The French Laundry uses bronze fennel and honey from their own garden, for a fresh, aromatic signature cocktail. Lemon juice and simple syrup balance the semi-sweet notes of agave, while the fennel and chartreuse compliment the bold, herbaceous taste of Casa Dragones Blanco.

Recipe

2 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
.25 oz. Yellow Chartreuse
.5 oz.  Garden Honey
.25 oz. Simple Syrup
.75 oz. Lemon Juice
.75 oz. Sparkling Water

Muddled Garden Bronze Fennel
Muddle the fennel. Add remaining ingredients and mix. Strain over a large ice cube. Garnish with fennel.

 

The Dragon Sparkler served at The NoMad Bar, New York

Incorporating robust and sweet flavors such as cinnamon and sherry with champagne Leo Robitschek, Bar Director at The NoMad Hotel in New York City, crafts festive cocktail with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, for an all-year-round favorite.

Recipe

1 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
1 oz. Amontillado Sherry
.75 tbsp Cinnamon
.75 Lemon juice
2 oz. Champagne

Shake and strain into a highball. Garnish with a lemon wheel and cinnamon stick, and then top with champagne.

 

Spicy Suite by Andrew Maurer

The hints of green apple nosed in the aromas of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco are brought to the forefront in this warm and wintery cocktail created by craft specialist Andrew Maurer.

Recipe

1.5 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco
2 oz. Mulled Apple Cider
.75 oz. Domain de Canton Ginger Liqueur
.5 oz. Lemon Juice
1 tbsp Cayenne/Cinnamon Dust

Stir all ingredients and pour into a lowball glass. Garnish with candied ginger and cayenne/cinnamon dust.

Tequila Casa Dragones Joven Limited Edition: Art of Pepita

Introducing the Limited Edition: The Art of Pepita, showcasing the beauty and mastery of pepita engraving with an intricate design engraved on the entire Casa Dragones Joven bottle. It takes over 100 hours of work to complete the craftsmanship on each stunning decanter. To celebrate this, only 100 bottles of this extraordinary limited edition have been created. Click below to contact our Concierge and find out where to purchase.

The Mesa Dragones Dining Experience at Bovine Brasserie

Bovine Brasserie in San Miguel de Allende hosts an innovative dining experience called the Mesa Dragones, where guests can enjoy a beautifully paired dinner with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Inside the beautifully wood-paneled private dining room that seats up to 10, guests can enjoy a 6-course paired meal prepared by Executive Chef Paul Bentley of Magno Brasserie fame, that features oxtail tortellini, white fish sashimi with chile and orange fermented puree and more.

Casa Dragones Tasting Room Named Interior Design Magazine Best of Year

Designed by international design firm Meyer Davis, Casa Dragones Tasting Room in San Miguel de Allende was named a finalist for Interior Design Magazine’s Best of Year Award for 2017. Out of over 1,000 submissions, Casa Dragones Tasting Room, also known as “The Smallest Tequila Bar in the World,” was selected for the Bar/Lounge category along with 5 other outstanding nominees from around the world. Visit our Casa Dragones Tasting Room page for more on its history.

Day of the Dead Dinner by Chef Israel Loyola at El Garage

Tequila Casa Dragones hosted a pre-Day of the Dead dinner at El Garage with Israel Loyola, Chef de Cuisine of Jacinto Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende. This year’s menu was paired with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven and included ceviche with mandarin and jicama and Pan de muerto (“Bread of The Dead”) with quince compote – local food and traditional dishes prepared in celebration of the Day of the Dead festivities.

Black Dinner by Chef Lalo Garcia at Moxi

The Black Dinner at Moxi Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende features a top guest chef every year and has become a Day of the Dead tradition. This year Chef Lalo Garcia from Maximo Bistrot in Mexico City chose to pair Tequila Casa Dragones Joven with dishes like Octopus and crab Mexican ceviche, which perfectly enhanced the citrus and mineral notes in Casa Dragones Joven.

The Altar at La Casa Dragones

For the annual celebration of Día de Muertos in our spiritual hometown of San Miguel de Allende, La Casa Dragones was fully adorned with marigolds, which are said to guide spirits to their altars due to their vibrant color and scent. The traditional altar this year was designed to pay homage to the leader of the Los Dragones cavalry who helped mastermind the Mexican Independence movement of 1810, General Ignacio Allende — the namesake of San Miguel de Allende and one of the inspirations behind Tequila Casa Dragones.

Oprah Talks Casa Dragones on “Live with Kelly and Ryan”

Hartwood Tulum joins Lela Rose for a private dinner

Our new tasting room in San Miguel de Allende

Ryan Seacrest of iHeart Radio Music Festival joins us in our new Tasting Room

Casa Dragones was very excited to be part of this year’s iHeart Radio Music Festival in Las Vegas, where VIP guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco backstage, and on the special VIP platforms during the exciting two day festival.

To celebrate the festival, Casa Dragones held an exciting iHeart weekend special event, welcoming Ryan Seacrest to our new Tasting Room in Total Wine Las Vegas. Special guests were invited to meet Mr. Seacrest, host of iHeart Radio Music Festival, and avid sipping tequila lover. Guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Joven in the comfortable, private Tasting Room, now open to guests of Total Wine.

Flaunt and Prada celebrate the Aftershock Issue

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Prada and FLAUNT Magazine at the Proper Hotel in Los Angeles to celebrate the Aftershock issue: New America honoring Halston Sage, Bria Vinaite, Sophia Lillis, Joe Keery, Ben O’Toole, Bria Vinaite and Lakeith Stanfield. Guests sipped on Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks and signature cocktails, while previewing the Drop, Cover and Hold On Flaunt Film series with Prada on the rooftop, poolside. The new issue showcases Prada’s new Fall 2017 line with some of Hollywood’s upcoming stars.

San Miguel de Allende is Named #1 City in the World by Travel + Leisure

Travel + Leisure Magazine named San Miguel de Allende the Best City in the World in its most recent World’s Best list. Lauded for its rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and its beautiful colonial architecture, San Miguel de Allende is a top travel destination and the spiritual homeland of Tequila Casa Dragones. Named after the legendary Dragones from San Miguel de Allende, who led one of the movements that sparked the Mexican Independence, Tequila Casa Dragones is deeply ingrained in the city’s historical fabric.

Tequila Casa Dragones continues to show its commitment to San Miguel de Allende by participating in the city’s most exciting cultural and culinary happenings. This year, Tequila Casa Dragones is pleased to participate in MAG Festival – an arts and gastronomy fair – in collaboration with award-winning chef, Elena Reygadas, and internationally recognized artists, Jose Noe Suro and Jose Davila. Additionally, Ulysses Vidal from Employees Only New York City – #7 Best Bar in the World – will be joining the ranks of mixologists who have held residency programs at Casa Dragones Tasing Room.

Whether you’re visiting San Miguel de Allende for a special occasion or a casual get-away be sure to visit La Casa Dragones and our Tasting Room. Built in the 17^th century and once home to the Dragones cavalry, La Casa Dragones is a stunning house nestled in a narrow cobbled street in the heart of the city. Casa Dragones Tasting Room is located in Dôce 18, a curated collection of luxury boutiques, design shops and restaurants. The Tasting Room offers a glimpse into our agave terroir by incorporating 4,000 obsidian tiles, mirroring the iconic Mexican stone found in our agave fields.

To learn more about our deep-seated relationship to the Best City in the World, reserve a spot in our Tasting Room, or schedule a visit to La Casa Dragones, make sure to visit our website and watch the many ways we continue to appear at the forefront of San Miguel de Allende’s cultural scene.

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Cinco de Mayo vs Mexican Independence Day

What is the difference between Mexican Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo?

Food, music and dance may be common associations with Mexican celebrations, but it’s a popular misconception that the holiday Cinco de Mayo is the official celebration of Mexican Independence. The truth is, Cinco de Mayo marks Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín.

Cinco de Mayo has taken on greater significance in the U.S as a day to honor Mexican culture. The holiday provides an opportunity for many to connect with the spirit of Mexican, traditional food, music and of course, tequila. But don’t stow away the fireworks, as celebrating Mexican heritage continues throughout the year.

Mexican Independence Day, known to Mexicans as El Grito, on September 16, commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain—a fight that would continue through September 1821. This is the most significant day for Mexicans, which embodies their pride for their home country. Casa Dragones honors this date with a “16” on our label.

With celebrations all over the country this year for both Cinco de Mayo and Mexican Independance Day, take a little time to raise a glass of Tequila Casa Dragones and say “Salud”, to a true Mexican tequila when acknowledging the nation’s vibrant history.

Our Best Cinco de Mayo Cocktails

Cinco de Mayo marks the Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Join us in raising a cocktail to celebrate the nation’s inspiring history with these top 10 places you can enjoy a signature craft Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail to upgrade your Cinco de Mayo celebrations!

Kappo Masa

On the menu at Kappo Masa, find the eclectic Doves and Dragons Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail. Much like Japanese Chef Masa’s cuisine, the Doves and Dragones cocktail is anything but ordinary and makes for a great way to say “cheers” during Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

Beatrice Inn

For Cinco de Mayo, Antanas Samkus of New York’s Beatrice Inn put a new twist on an old favorite, crafting a margarita with a splash of champagne to celebrate the day. The Champagne Margarita with Casa Dragones Blanco is featured on the Beatrice Inn’s menu today.

Yves

Inspired by the spicy notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, Aaron Blakey of Yves in SoHo, New York, crafted the Best Lei’d Plans cocktail. The Coco Cuya ingredient is a passion fruit puree, which adds a surprisingly zesty finish for a delicious Cinco de Mayo cocktail.

Tacombi

The Coctel de Lujo is a tribute to the best of Mexico, crafted by Bartender Kelly Lopez of Tacombi Flatiron, New York City. Lopez combines strawberry, fresh ginger and mint with Casa Dragones Blanco to create a spicy, sweet summer cocktail. The drink is topped with sparkling wine for a fresh, balanced taste.

Spago

From the mind of mixologist Andrew Kim of Wolfgang Puck’s iconic LA restaurant Spago, comes an original signature craft cocktail featuring Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco named Indecent Exposure, inspired by the semi-sweet, notes of agave.

Fonda

Inspired by the bright citrus notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, bartenders at the traditional Mexican eatery Fonda in Chelsea, crafted the Pichón Dragon.  A summer-style Paloma, the cocktail combines fresh lime, orange bitter and passion fruit puree for a subtly sweet, vibrant summer drink.

The Peninsula Hotel Beverly Hills

Inspired by the herbaceous notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, The Peninsula Hotel Beverly Hills crafted the Dos Dragones cocktail with yellow chartreuse, yuzu juice and diced dragon fruit.

The Roger Room

From the vintage, charming Roger Room in Los Angeles comes The Contortionist cocktail by bartender Bruce Hood. Fruity and refreshing, The Contortionist is a playful summer drink.

Ty Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel

Inspired by an exotic beach vacation, The Passionista is just as colorful as Cinco de Mayo. Crafted with passion fruit puree, mango and mint, the drink highlights the semi-sweet notes of agave found in Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. Find The Passionista at the Ty Bar at the Four Season’s Hotel in New York this Cinco de Mayo.

Javier’s

Javier’s co-owner, Marcos, updated their signature “Original Margarita” cocktail with Casa Dragones Blanco, especially for Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Marco’s Mexican Margarita, available for a limited time only, is an upgraded version of the classic drink.

Vaudeville

From the V Supper Club in Texas’ Vaudeville restaurant, comes the Toronja Tango cocktail. Despite the artistic presentation, the ingredients of this cocktail remain simple.  On menu at the cosy Texas eatery, especially for Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

Creative Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

This Valentine’s Day, be more than roses and chocolate. Be romantic, be passionate, be surprising, and most of all – be creative. Find creative Valentine’s Day gift ideas, romantic cocktail recipes and unique pairing suggestions with Tequila Casa Dragones.

A Personalized Gift For Your Tequila Lover

Perfect for the tequila lover in your life with an eye for handcrafted quality, a personalized bottle of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven is the Valentine’s Day gift they will truly love. To personalize your gift, an expert calligrapher will hand-inscribe both of your names on the bottle’s label in beautiful, flowing calligraphy. This handcrafted gift with a personal touch is an elegant addition to their home bar, and can be enjoyed with friends, colleagues, and most importantly – can be shared and enjoyed together.

A Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home

Bring the allure of a fine dining experience home to your loved one by turning dinner itself into a creative Valentine’s day gift with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Many of the world’s most accomplished chefs including Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin and Enrique Olvera of Cosme NY have harnessed their culinary creativity into crafting unique dishes paired specifically with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. From shrimp and watermelon ceviche by chef Josefina López Mendez of Chapulin in Mexico City to cappuccino semifreddo desserts by Michelin Star chef Thomas Keller of The French Laundry, browse through our select chef pairings to see their suggestions and find your own inspiration for the perfect dish to step up your cozy Valentine’s day dinner at home.

Creative Valentine’s Day Cocktail Ideas

Top mixologists from the US and Mexico have been inspired by the versatility of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco to create their own signature cocktails of all flavors and styles. Get inspired by some of their original recipes here, including the colorful “Cielo Rojo,” an original creation by Jeff Bell of PDT, or the vermouth and chamomile infused “El 16,” by Mexican mixologist, Jose Luis Leon of Limantour to find the perfect cocktail with Casa Dragones Blanco for your Valentine’s Day.

Signature Cocktails at Bentley’s Mexico or Bust Fundraiser

To support a new documentary called “Mexico or Bust,” – named after a nonprofit which teaches students valuable skills required to master car mechanics – Bentley Motors hosted an elegant fundraiser. Held at the Classic Car Club Manhattan, the event kicked off with cocktails by Casa Dragones Blanco, passed hors d’oeuvres, a live auction, and culminated with the official unveiling of Bentley’s newest model vehicle.

Cocktails by Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco

Guests were treated to a brightly colored signature cocktail created by Adam Baca of La Esquina NY. Named after the nonprofit itself, Baca’s “Mexico or Bust” cocktail featured Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, fresh lime juice, a puree of prickly pear and lavender. To capture the perfect balance of spice and sweetness, the cocktail is finished off with a chili-arbol infused honey.

The Carrera Panamericana & Bentley Motors

At the core of this fundraiser is the fact that Bentley Motors donated a vehicle model to Mexico or Bust which the organization will use to create hands-on learning experiences for their students as they build a completed, working Bentley vehicle. The finished product will then be entered into the Carrera Panamericana tour race which rolls throughout the the hills of central Mexico, and even stops in the spiritual home of Tequila Casa Dragones – San Miguel de Allende. This will be the very first time for Bentley Motors to participate in this race, and is made even more meaningful by the fact that their entered vehicle will have been built and maintained entirely by the students of Mexico or Bust.

Forty Five Ten Opening Party in Dallas with Iris Apfel, Dita Von Teese & more

An Evening with Forty Five Ten

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to join Forty Five Ten in celebrating the grand opening of their new flagship store in Downtown Dallas. The event was hosted by Brian Bolke, President and Co-Founder of Forty Five Ten and themed around Forty Five Ten’s newest book, The Eccentrics; a collection of extraordinary iconic characters, several of whom were in attendance for the grand opening evening.  

Alongside Dallas’ most prestigious socialites and influencers, celebrities such as Dita Von Teese, legendary fashion icon, Iris Apfel, Michelin Star chef, Thomas Keller of Per Se and French Laundry, model Brooklyn Decker and luxury fashion designer David Lam also joined Forty Five Ten in celebrating the opening and toasted with Casa Dragones Joven in honor of the brand’s new and exciting expansion.

During the event there was an exclusive Tequila Casa Dragones bar serving Casa Dragones Joven, as well as a themed ‘Eccetricrita’ cocktail crafted with Casa Dragones Blanco. An array of hors d’oeuvres was also served on each individual floor.

The live music created an upbeat vibe and all four floors of the 37,000 square-foot store were opened for a preview of world-class designer collections ranging from men and women’s couture, to home goods, beauty, accessories and more.

Atelier Swarovski hosted the After Eccentrics bash, which carried the celebrations right into the night. The guests were treated to a special performance from Dita Von Teese in The Terrace, the luxury 5-star location at The Joule Hotel across the street.

The Eccentrics is a one-of-a-kind collection of extraordinary characters, collaborated into a coffee table style book with the help of legendary journalist Hal Rubenstein. The book features celebrated personalities such as ‘The Dandy of New York’, Patrick McDonald, Vogue contributing fashion editor, Lynn Yaeger, beauty entrepreneur Edward Bess and famed fashion influencer and entrepreneur, Iris Apfel.

Honorary dinner gathering for Iris Apfel with Forty Five Ten

An Elegant Evening

Celebrities such as Dita Von Teese, David Lam, Thomas Keller and Patrick McDonald joined Forty Five Ten to honor the legendary fashion icon Iris Apfel at an intimate celebration.

Guests enjoyed sipping Tequila Casa Dragones Joven ahead of their dinner created by the Executive Chef Junior Borges from Dallas’ 5-star hotel, The Joule. The exclusive evening was hosted by Atelier Swarovski and Forty Five Ten’s Vice President Creative Taylor Tomasi Hill and Men’s Fashion Director, Nick Wooster.

The event marked the launch of Forty Five Ten’s newest book, The Eccentrics. The book, which features a portrait of Apfel on the front cover, is a collection of extraordinary iconic characters, their personalities and what makes them ‘eccentric.’

Celebrating The Final Night of Art Basel With Tolga

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to be included in the closing night of Art Basel Miami Beach 2016. To celebrate, nightlife icon Tolga Albayrak hosted “Director’s Cut” at the Wall nightclub in the vibrant W Hotel in South Beach.

Several of the international art fair’s executive team members attended the closing party including Art Basel’s Global Director, Marc Spiegler and Director Americas for Art Basel’s show in Miami Beach, Noah Horowitz.

Music by celebrity DJ Eriko Tanabe kept the guests on the dance floor all night long, as Art Basel Miami Beach finished off another fantastic year.

Celebrating CJ Hendry’s Newest Artworks with Casa Dragones Joven

To honor the surging popularity of contemporary artist CJ Hendry, 250 guests were invited to a cocktail celebration showcasing some of her most recent works in Miami, Florida at the waterfront home of Market America’s founder, James Ridinger.

Some of the evening’s attendees included David and Victoria Beckham, Miami Heat basketball player Chris Bosh as well as Russell Simmons, producer and co-founder of Def Jam Recordings. With several pieces by Hendry displayed throughout the space, guests could admire her work while dancing and enjoying Tequila Casa Dragones Joven.

Hendry, known for her incredibly detailed, hyper realistic drawings has already developed a strong New York City fan base and was joined at the event by many notable guests. Each of CJ Hendry’s hand-drawn masterpieces require an unfathomable amount of skill, patience and precision. Her drawings are so precise that they are often confused for a black and white photograph.  She has risen to the top of the art world in just a few years time and now has sold many of her drawings to well-known owners such as fashion designer Vera Wang, actor David Caruso, and rapper Kanye West.

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Tequila Casa Dragones featured at Ballroom Marfa Gala NYC

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to support the 2016 Ballroom Marfa Gala hosted by co-Founders Fairfax Dorn and Virginia Lebermann and presented by Roberto Cavalli in New York City. Over 250 guests were invited for a Desert Bohemian themed evening to honor both David Byrne and Jill Soloway for an inaugural Off the Grid Award.

Guests were welcomed with an all female Mariachi-band and a distinct Tequila Casa Dragones bar serving signature craft cocktails made with Casa Dragones Blanco. Casa Dragones served a modern twisted margarita entitled “Dama del Baile”. Also, the NoMad Hotel’s multi-award winning bar director & mixologist Leo Robitschek’s “Dragon Sparkler” creation for a more seasonal offering.  

Throughout cocktail hour, guests enjoyed the exclusively crafted cocktails featuring Casa Dragones Blanco and the art that was up for silent auction, including a piece by Donald Judd Furniture entitled,  ‘Corner Chair.”  Rashid Johnson created work specifically for for the occasion.

Guests later sat for dinner and enjoyed music by San Antonio’s all female mariachi band, Las Altenas, along with legendary artist and songwriter, Terry Allen. Some of the evening’s attendees included Arden Wohl, Malu Byrne, Sandra Bernhard and Judd Foundation President, Rainer Judd.

All proceedings from the night support the ongoing programs provided by Ballroom Marfa in an effort to continue to produce extraordinary artistic works by participating artists and musicians.

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Cocktails & Pairing Dinner with Sarah Jessica Parker and Tequila Casa Dragones

Sarah Jessica Parker joined Tequila Casa Dragones, Daniela Soto-Innes of Cosme Restaurant and Jeff Bell, the head mixologist of New York’s PDT for an evening of intricate chef pairings with Casa Dragones Joven and signature craft cocktails featuring Casa Dragones Blanco.

 
As guests arrived, mingled and caught up with old friends and new, Jeff Bell was swiftly creating two completely original signature craft cocktails featuring Casa Dragones Blanco. His first cocktail, “The Fall Dragon,” put a twist on the flavors of fall by incorporating an apple cider reduction, cinnamon and ginger beer into a delightfully seasonal cocktail, while the “Cosme’s Victory” centered around the citrus flavors of lime juice and the subtle spiciness of Ancho Reyes Verde.

 
After cocktails, all twelve guests including Hamish Bowels, the editor at large of Vogue US, and renowned fashion designer Brian Atwood sat down for an outstanding meal by chef Daniela Soto-Innes, the 2016 James Beard Foundation’s Rising Chef of The Year Award-winner. The night’s meal featured dishes 3 main dishes paired with Casa Dragones Joven and included an appetizer of sliced raw fish with finger lime and avocado, followed by lobster in brown butter and ginger, before a final entree dish of mackerel in blue corn aioli with castelrosso. Dessert, which was also an exceptionally crafted pairing dish, included huckleberry raspado with cheese, coconut milk and lime which added a splash of citrus to balance out the semi-sweet notes of agave in Casa Dragones Blanco.

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Celebrating 16 Years of RxArt with Tequila Casa Dragones

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to join RxArt’s 16th Anniversary party at Manhattan’s Stephen Weiss Studio, and co-chaired by Rachel and Neil Blumenthal and Stephanie and Peter Brant. VIP guests, honorees and donors were able to enjoy Tequila Casa Dragones Joven during a special dinner before joining the rest of the event’s over 200 attendees downstairs for cocktails featuring Casa Dragones Blanco, a silent auction, award ceremony and finally, a live auction which included two one-of-a-kind Casa Dragones Joven bottles created by artist Rob Pruitt.

Just under 50 VIP guests began the evening early with an outstanding 4 course dinner provided by Peter Callahan Catering on the second floor of Stephen Weiss Studio. Before the first course was served, dinner guests raised glasses of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven in a toast to RxArt, to the evening’s honorees, and to many more years of making a difference in children’s hospitals by helping them to heal through the power of visual art.

After dinner, guests moved downstairs into the studio’s main space for cocktails featuring Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks, or in the signature craft cocktail, the “Cuerpo de Cielo” – an original recipe by mixologist Ulysses Vidal of Employees Only. During cocktails guests mingled throughout the venue’s main exhibition space while browsing through displayed auction items and placing bids.

Later, Jenna Lyons of J.Crew took the stage to present this year’s Inspiration Award to artist Rob Pruitt, followed by Neil Blumenthal of Warby Parker who introduced this year’s Innovation Award Winner, TJ Parker. After hearing from the event’s guests of honor, Sara Friedlander, Vice President of Sales at Christie’s steered the event into the night’s main attraction – the live auction. This year’s auction included donated pieces of contemporary art with everything from paintings, to sculptures and even full installation pieces. This year’s list of items also included two completely one-of-a-kind bottles of Tequila Casa Dragones with unique motifs by artist and honoree, Rob Pruitt.

Celebrating Gloria Cortina’s New Line With Casa Dragones Blanco Cocktails

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to support Mexican designer Gloria Cortina at the opening night of her first solo exhibition, by pouring the unique Casa Dragones Blanco signature craft cocktail which was inspired by her own design work. The cocktail, aptly named “The Obsidian,” was originally created by mixologist Rael Petit who drew its inspiration from the shimmering black tiles of obsidian that cover the walls and ceiling of Casa Dragones Tasting Room in San Miguel de Allende and were conceptualized and facilitated by Gloria Cortina herself.

 
Unveiled in Manhattan’s Cristina Grajales Gallery, the exhibition’s opening night drew over 100 guests including Laura Raicovich, head of the Queens Museum, designer Sebastian Errazuriz, and Collective Design Fair Founder Steven Learner to enjoy cocktails while weaving in and out of Cortina’s new furniture line, “From Within.” The line features glistening pieces of furniture created primarily from black, bronze, silver and gold obsidian, as well as nickel, brass, quartz and purple cochinilla lacquer. Many of the pieces are polished and hammered into shape by hand, and each reflect Cortina’s fascination with Mexican heritage.

 
The choice to incorporate obsidian – a naturally occurring glass-like rock common to various parts of Mexico – and cochinilla lacquer which gets its purple coloring from the Cochineal insect showcases Cortina’s deep fascination with Mexican heritage and culture as both materials were also commonly used by the Aztecs. Learn more about the exhibition which toes the line between the ancient and the contemporary here.

Casa Dragones Joins Opening of Jose Dávila’s New Exhibit at Sean Kelly Gallery

Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco was served during the opening night reception in honor of Mexican artist, Jose Dávila’s new exhibit featured in Manhattan’s Sean Kelly Gallery. Friends and patrons of the Sean Kelly Gallery, as well as guests of the artist himself celebrated the official opening of “Stones Don’t Move” with an evening of cocktails and a light dinner provided by New York City’s La Sirena restaurant.

During cocktails, guests strolled through all three of the gallery’s exhibit spaces to see Dávila’s signature photographic cutouts, paintings and sculptures while enjoying glasses of Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks, or in the signature craft cocktail, “El Diablo.” After dinner but before parting ways for the evening, guests were treated to a live performance by a 10 piece mariachi band who filled the halls of the Sean Kelly Gallery with the distinctive sounds of traditional Mexican music.

The exhibit, designed as an exploration into the ways in which the modernist movement is continually interpreted and reinvented, includes an examination of architecture, traditional art history and mathematical geometry. Read more about the details of his exhibit here.

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“2 Chefs” Dinner Series by chefs, Ludo Lefebvre and Jorge Vallejo

The most recent dinner of the “2 Chefs” series hosted by Trois Mec in Los Angeles took place on October 26th and featured a sweet and savory dessert paired specifically with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Two internationally renowned chefs, French native and local chef of Trois Mec, Ludo Lefebvre joined forces with chef Jorge Vallejo of Mexico City’s Quintoil restaurant – #12 of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2016. Together, the chefs created an elaborate six course dinner served to over 50 guests in what can only be described as a culinary experience of epic proportions.

Each chef took ownership of three individual dishes, that were part of the larger six course menu. Because of Trois Mec’s open floor plan that allows full view into the kitchen from the dining room, the evening’s dinner guests were able to experience much more than just the dishes in front of them, as they could watch, listen, and interact with the chefs while they prepared the night’s dishes. The night’s sixth and final course was a sweet and savory rice pudding with twist of lime that was paired with a glass of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven which balanced the sharp citrus of the lime with the tequila’s delicate notes of pear and hints of vanilla.

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Kicking off The 2016 Mexican Formula One Grand Prix Weekend

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to participate in the kickoff event to the 2016 Mexican Formula One Grand Prix weekend. The private, high-energy event was hosted by Interproteccion in the Ballroom of Mexico City’s Torre Virreyes Building and featured a separate bar dedicated only to serving Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco where guests had the opportunity to enjoy Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco neat, on the rocks, or in the signature White Dragon cocktail.

Among the evening’s guests, were nine Formula 1 drivers including Kevin Magnussen from Renault, Nico Hulkenberg from Sahara Force India, Sergio Checo Perez from Sahara Force India, Carmen Jorda from Renault, and Carlos Sainz from Toro Rosso. Also in attendance, was the Mayor of Mexico City himself, Miguel Mancera, who personally handed all nine drivers a bottle of Tequila Casa Dragones as a gift.

Later, Casa Dragones participated in the event’s auction to support and raise money for El Bosque de Chapultepec, the largest public park in Mexico City. Tequila Casa Dragones donated two limited edition Gabriel Orozco Bottles to be auctioned off alongside autographed F1 helmets. By the night’s end, a total of over $1.4M pesos were raised, and the weekend of Formula 1 in Mexico City was off to a fantastic start.

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Tane and Maestro Felguérez Highlight Excellence in Mexican Craftsmanship

Every year since 1974, the outstanding silversmiths at Tane, a luxury jeweler in Mexico, produce a single piece of unique artwork that is born out of a collaborative partnership with a renowned artist. This year, Tane partnered with Maestro Manuel Felguérez, a prominent Mexican abstract artist known for his influential role in the Generación de la Ruptura which broke away from the muralist movement championed by Diego Rivera during the mid 20th Century.

This year’s piece, an abstract design conceptualized by Maestro Felguérez and executed by the talented Tane silversmiths, features individual impeccably crafted pieces of pure silver arranged into a one-of-a-kind 45 centimeter composition that is both narrow and vertical.

To honor the launch of this year’s collaboration, Tane hosted an intimate lunch for 45 guests prepared by chef Jorge Vallejos at Quintonil (#12 of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants) in Mexico City. While finding their seats, guests enjoyed a craft cocktail featuring Casa Dragones Blanco aptly named, Agua de Quintonil before the meal’s first course was served. The afternoon’s marquee entree was a colorful dish of Escamoles paired with Casa Dragones Joven, and lead Maestro Felguérez to remark that “this is a tequila that you just have to drink with real connoisseurs,” before guests parted ways after lunch.

For years, Tane has been maintained its reputation for “silversmith work that is completely devoted to the pursuit of perfection,” – a declaration that was most certainly solidified through this year’s collaboration with Maestro Felguérez.

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Celebrating Kardias with Tequila Casa Dragones, Enrique Olvera & Eva Longoria

An elegant crowd including Mexican artist Jose Davila and actress Eva Longoria gathered in New York City for the 2016 Kardias Gala to celebrate the organization’s fantastic work and accomplishments in Mexican healthcare. Tequila Casa Dragones Joven was served during pre-dinner cocktails as the black tie crowd mingled throughout a private room in New York City’s Pratt House before sitting down for dinner prepared by chef Enrique Olvera of Cosme NYC. Throughout dinner glistening bottles of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven could be found on every table, and were even incorporated into the evening’s meal as a specialized pairing dish with the first course of seafood.

During dinner, guests were treated to a live musical performance by Mexican guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas and listened to informative and heartfelt address from Eva Longoria and others.

Learn more about Kardias and their dedicated mission to improve the lives of Mexico’s children who suffer from congenital heart defects here.

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Taste of Mexico at The Mexican Cultural Institute of DC with Casa Dragones Joven

Guests attending the Taste of Mexico event at The Mexican Cultural Institute of DC were treated to an intimate seated dinner and spirit pairing experience led by top Mexican sommelier Sandra Fernández and award-winning Mexican chef, Pati Jinich.

The culinary masterminds collaborated on a detailed menu that consisted of four individual dishes paired with a specific spirit selected by Sandra Fernández. Casa Dragones Joven was selected as the pairing of choice for the evening’s fifth and final dessert course – a light torta de cielo with sweet pumpkin seed ice cream and brittle.

Situated beneath a stately chandelier in The Mexican Cultural Institute’s banquet hall, the evening’s aesthetics and table decorations reflected the bright, dynamic characteristics of Mexican culture. Elegant wooden chairs with vibrant purple cushions surrounded one long table covered by a decorative tablecloth made of orange and red layers cut into the shape of autumn leaves.

Overall, the evening was a perfect visual and sensory experience to usher in the fall season and to explore the unique pairing of Casa Dragones Joven with an innovative dessert created by two of Mexico’s most talented culinary minds.

Frieze Magazine Celebrates its 25th Anniversary in London

Frieze Magazine marked its 25th Anniversary with a celebration at Brasserie Zedel, a Parisian style restaurant in the heart of London’s chic Soho neighborhood. As the evening kicked off, members of the contemporary art world including artists and collectors gathered beneath the restaurant’s lofty ceilings and mingled throughout the dining room’s stately marble columns before settling in for a night of dinner and dancing.

While designed to celebrate Frieze Magazine’s 25th year, the evening was largely in part a congratulatory dinner in honor of the magazine’s Co-Publishers, Matthew Slotover and Amanda Sharp. In addition to guiding the Magazine’s publications and operational success, the duo also serve as Co-Directors of the annual Frieze Art Fair. Following the final course of dinner, guests were served glasses of Casa Dragones Joven with their dessert before moving into a second room for music and dancing.

Held in London’s Regent’s park, this year’s Art Fair featured over 170 contemporary art galleries ranging from the emerging to the iconic. Simultaneously, this year’s Frieze Masters featured works by Picasso and over 130 of the world’s leading modern and historical galleries and showcased the ancient era, Old Masters and late 20th century.

Some of the outstanding exhibitors of this year’s Frieze Art Fair included Casey Kaplan and Salon 94 of New York City, as well as the 2016 Art Fair Stand Prize winner, Mexico’s Kurimanzutto. The Mexico City-based gallery exhibited pieces by Gabriel Orozco, Leonor Antunes and Roman Ondak in an incredible display of Mexican contemporary artwork.

Pairing Dinner by Chef Matteo Salas to Celebrate Casa Dragones Tasting Room’s Opening

Mexican chef Matteo Salas prepared a beautiful 5 course Pairing Table Dinner to culminate the official opening celebrations of Casa Dragones Tasting Room. The meal, served to a group of 30 guests seated together at a tastefully rustic wooden table, included an array of dishes that were designed to pair perfectly with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Held in a recently converted portion of the Dos Casas Hotel, this celebratory Pairing Table Dinner was the very first event to take place in what has been named the “Dos Casas Garage,” and proved itself to be a minimalistic and innovative event space.

After each guest had taken their seat around the table, the first of Salas’ two cold dishes were served. Plates with creamy oysters topped with scallions and pickled beets were placed at each setting, and the evening’s meal was officially underway. Oysters have become a favorite amongst chefs who pair their meals with Casa Dragones Joven as the lingering saltiness from the ocean and texture of the meat balance well with the soft notes of pear that can be detected in Casa Dragones Joven. To harmonize with the 100% Blue Agave Tequila, Salas’ next dish included tender tuna belly served with sea urchin, capers, avocado and citrus.

As guests finished the last of the evening’s cold plates, Salas switched gears and prepared to plate the first of the night’s warm dishes. His third and final seafood dish included squid prepared in toasted butter and lemon before moving on to the night’s main entree of crispy pork with swiss chard, sweet potatoes and gastrique. His fifth and final dish was a dessert plate in which he treated guests to a lemon, coconut and vanilla burnt meringue.

Exploring What It Means to Be Human at John Wolf’s “Human Condition” Opening

“Human Condition,” an immersive and site-specific art exhibition curated by renowned art advisor John Wolf, held an intimate opening night reception in Los Angeles, CA. Sprawling throughout over 40,000 square feet of the former Los Angeles Metropolitan Medical Center, the exhibit features work by over 80 artists, with each piece designed to re-contextualize the hospital’s history through an exploration into what it means to be human. Guests mingled and strolled through the former hospital’s hallways while taking in the exhibit’s artwork for the first time.

During the event, Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco was served either on the rocks or in a specialty cocktail called the “Dragones Tincture.” This particular craft cocktail brought the presence of autumn to sunny Los Angeles through its subtle notes of pear and soft citrus, while the awareness of Halloween’s proximity was heightened by a costumed waitstaff clad in hospital scrubs.

Read more about the exhibition, its artists, and more here.

The Story of Terroir Through The Walls of Casa Dragones Tasting Room

Like many seemingly small aspects of the architectural details found throughout Casa Dragones Tasting Room, the shimmering black tiles used to envelop the walls have a story of their own. The story of these tiles, and of how they came into existence begins in the same place as our tequila – the soil of our agave fields in Tequila, Jalisco.

The fields’ precise location deep in the heart of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt means that the soil in which the agaves grow is incredibly unique, nutrient rich, and ripe with minerals including obsidian – a black, glasslike volcanic rock formed by lava. Esteemed Mexican interior designer, Gloria Cortina and the Casa Dragones team recognized the inherent beauty in these raw black obsidian rocks and decided to incorporate them into Casa Dragones Tasting Room.

First, the obsidian rocks themselves needed to be collected from the agave fields in Tequila, Jalisco. Once enough rocks had been unearthed from the soil, the labor intensive process of transforming the raw volcanic material into 4,000 perfectly cut stone tiles could begin.

Cortina described the demanding task of creating these tiles as particularly difficult because the obsidian is “extremely fragile and must be worked properly to reflect all of its natural beauty and characteristics, so crafting 4,000 tiles was a very complex and delicate endeavor.” It was, however, an endeavor worth undertaking.

Now, those obsidian tiles adorn Casa Dragones Tasting Room’s walls as a constant reflection of the terroir from which Tequila Casa Dragones originates from, with “the heart of the land” embedded throughout the walls. But perhaps most importantly, and as noted by Cortina, “it’s brought to its most sublime presentation by Mexican hands.” Throughout the space, hues of yellow and gold shimmer across the copper bar and shelves, reflecting back in glimmers of orange and silver hues as they bounce off the deep black tiles coating the walls and ceiling.

Announcing The Opening of Casa Dragones Tasting Room

Tequila Casa Dragones is pleased to announce the opening of Casa Dragones Tasting Room in our hometown of San Miguel de Allende, México. Guests can now make reservations to visit the six-seat destination for an intimate experience with Casa Dragones Joven and Casa Dragones Blanco. The design, architecture and acute attention to detail found throughout the Tasting Room showcases our ongoing commitment to Mexican craftsmanship as well our deep connection to our terroir.

Co-Founder and CEO Bertha Gonzalez Nieves explained that the vision for Casa Dragones Tasting Room has always been “to express our love of the craft as a modern tequila producer and our commitment to showcasing Mexican craftsmanship.” In order to breathe life into that vision, Tequila Casa Dragones collaborated with the internationally acclaimed firm Meyer Davis, known for their made to measure approach to design and architecture, to create the intimate Tasting Room, which showcases Casa Dragones’ ongoing commitment to Mexican craftsmanship.

The inspiration for the Tasting Room stemmed from a deep-seated desire to provide guests a transportive, sensory experience of our sipping tequila and its terroir. The terroir has been incorporated into the space through the use of obsidian, the iconic Mexican stone found in the Casa Dragones agave fields. Esteemed Mexican designer Gloria Cortina lent her expertise in transforming natural obsidian rocks into the 4,000 tiles which Meyer Davis then used to adorn the walls and ceiling of the Tasting Room.

In describing the completed space, Will Meyer of Meyer Davis explained that “The Casa Dragones Tasting Room is a multilayered homage to tradition and ceremony and a celebration of excellence in craftsmanship.” He further added that “The architecture literally embodies the essence of Casa Dragones and offers an experiential understanding of the importance of the product.”

Guests can now make their reservations to visit Casa Dragones Tasting Room by contacting our Concierge at Concerage@CasaDragones.com

Celebrating Frieze Book Launch in London

Tequila Casa Dragones participated in the official launch of, “A to Z of Contemporary Art,” a new book from Frieze, which “charts the dynamic and changing landscape of contemporary art and culture,” and was released just ahead of the Magazine’s 25th Anniversary celebrations in London. Around 150 art supporters and artists came together to promote Frieze’s newest book in their lovely garden located outside of their main offices. Guests enjoyed Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks as well as in the 25 Años, a signature craft cocktail made earlier this year at New York’s ACE Hotel to support Frieze in celebration of their 25th Anniversary.

Enrique Olvera’s Afterparty for Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants in Mexico City

A Michelin star chef himself, Enrique Olvera of NYC’s Cosme made the perfect host for this year’s Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants official afterparty. At a private event in Mexico City’s Hotel Carlota, Olvera welcomed a wave of friends, members of the press, and influential voices in the culinary, fashion and design communities to join him for a night spent celebrating the skills and accomplishments of Latin America’s finest chefs and restaurants.

Throughout the night, Tequila Casa Dragones Joven was served from a private bar to dozens of guests including Rafael Osterling of Peru, Hiroshi Kawahito of Rokai and Gerard Bellver of Biko. As it was a true celebration of Latin American talent, of culinary excellence, and the camaraderie and friendships between guests, it was no surprise to see the night roll deep into the night, with the evening’s final guests parting ways just before 4am local time.

Going Above and Beyond at The Sixth iHeartRadio Music Festival

For the sixth year in a row, the iHeartRadio Music Festival brought some of the biggest names in the music industry together for two nights of back-to-back performances. The electric atmosphere of Las Vegas and a packed T-Mobile Arena welcomed the first artists to the stage on Friday night including OneRepublic, Sam Hunt, Los 5, Twenty One Pilots and the incredible vocal prowess of the one and only Sia. In a surprise appearance, Miley Cyrus joined Billy Idol on stage before a performance by U2 followed by Drake finished off the Festival’s first night and left the crowd begging for an encore. Throughout the weekend, Tequila Casa Dragones was poured backstage for artists as well as at the VIP platforms and lounges.

Britney Spears kicked off the Music Festival’s second night before country duo, Florida Georgia Line took their melodies to the Main Stage with a piano and guitars in tow. Suddenly, and through excited smiles, the duo broke into the 1997 hit single, “Backstreet’s Back,” and were joined by all five members of the Backstreet Boys for another surprise appearance as jaws everywhere dropped in surprise. The pulsating set by Cage The Elephant sent shockwaves of energy throughout the arena while performances by Ariana Grande, Zedd, Pitbull, Tears for Fears and Sting kept the audience up and out of their seats for the rest of the night. In an incredible showing of his dedication to both the Festival and to his fans across the country, Usher appeared on stage flanked by Ludacris and Lil Jon as the night’s explosive closing act after having practically just stepped off the plane from performing at New York City’s Global Citizens Festival earlier that day.

Honoring the Value of Contemporary Art in Public Spaces at The 2016 High Line Art Dinner

Friends of The Highline hosted their fourth-annual High Line Art Dinner on a warm late September evening in New York City. The evening kicked off with a cocktail hour featuring Tequila Casa Dragones Joven on the High Line’s iconic Diller – von Furstenberg Sundeck. Over the years, the event has become a favorite amongst influential supporters of art, design, architecture, entertainment and philanthropy – unified by their shared commitment to expanding the role of contemporary art in the public spaces. As the setting sun lit up the sky with a dazzling display of its own, guests posed with Tony Matelli’s hyper-realistic “Sleepwalker” statue while enjoying a live musical performance before nightfall. Before guests sat down for dinner beneath the Chelsea Market passage, guests including the co-founder and Executive Director of Friends of the High Line, Robert Hammond could be seen mingling with guests including artist Tony Matelli and model, Stefanie Raben. Other attendees including Israeli artist Nir Hod and the High Line’s Director, Cecilia Alemani and Board Member, Donald R. Mullen sipped Dragones Joven before heading into the passage for dinner.

Introducing Hawaii’s International Polo Scene with Tequila Casa Dragones

This year, Hawaii Polo Life’s Jaguar vs. Land Rover Tournament drew the absolute apex of international polo talent to Honolulu for an afternoon of competition, cocktails, food, and excitement. As the event’s featured Tequila, Casa Dragones was proud to serve an elegant crowd of over 350 guests alongside our fellow attendees including Neiman Marcus and Cartier.

Players from all over the world including Mexico, Argentina and the United States clashed on the field in a fierce competition of athleticism and horsemanship. After a tight match, the four players of Team Jaguar eventually came away with the day’s trophy upon beating Team Land Rover by a final score of 7-6.

To some, Hawaii may seem like an unusual spot for a top-tiered international polo event, as the mind tends to immediately gravitate towards sports like surfing. Interestingly enough though, the sport actually has roots that run incredibly deep into the island nation’s history. The sport has been played across the island chain since the 1880’s when Hawaii was still a kingdom, and has maintained its presence throughout aspects of the nation’s culture ever since. Designed to celebrate just that, Hawaii Polo Life’s clothing line represents the fusion of Hawaiian heritage, polo culture, and their unique location in the Pacific Ocean.

Unveiling “For Future Reference” by Mexican Artist, Pedro Reyes

On September 13th, contemporary art lovers, friends, and board members of the Dallas Contemporary gathered to raise shimmering glasses of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven in honor of Mexican artist, Pedro Reyes’ new exhibit, “For Future Reference.” Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to share in this exciting moment that recognized Mexican artistry and the unique talents of Pedro Reyes himself.

The exhibition creates a bridge between sculpture and systems of thought by exploring the connections between visual Greek statuary and Greek philosophy. Throughout the exhibition, Reyes explores the visual representations of famous allegories as seen in his recent sculpture, Plato’s Cave which translates the psychological concepts of the tale into an architectural space.

The evening was hosted at board member, Laree Hulshoff’s private home, which was quickly filled by elegant guests sharing a collective appreciation and love for the contemporary art world. The evening’s attendees were treated to passed hor d’oeuvres and the smooth taste of Casa Dragones Joven as they discussed and celebrated the opening of Reyes’ new exhibit.

For more information about Reyes’ For Future Reference exhibit, please visit:
www.dallascontemporary.org

Toasting Mexican Artistry with Tequila Casa Dragones and TRUSS

Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco and TRUSS, a Mexican company specializing in handmade bags and accessories kicked off New York Fashion Week with an intimate dinner celebrating the preservation of traditional Mexican artistry. Both Casa Dragones and TRUSS share a deep appreciation for preserving traditional Mexican craftsmanship, a value that can be seen on each hand-engraved Casa Dragones Joven bottle as well in the colorful and intricate woven patterns on every TRUSS handbag or accessory.

A fashionable and influential group of guests including stylist Kate Foley, Max Osterweis of SUNO, Joey Laurenti of Sies Marjan and Madison Utendahl of Refinery29 shared cocktails by Casa Dragones Blanco before sitting down to dinner at Tijuana Picnic. Guests sipped Dragones Blanco on the rocks, or enjoyed the “Oaxacan Dragon,” a signature craft cocktail featuring hibiscus flower, lime juice and grapefruit before raising their glasses to the preservation of Mexican artistry.

Created by Gillian Tozer and Elise Durbecq, TRUSS creates their products by working with small business owners in Oaxaca, Mexico to support the growth of their community and its traditional weavers and artists.

Celebrating V Magazine’s September Launch

Tequila Casa Dragones was proud to join V Magazine at the Flash Factory in New York City to celebrate the publication’s September issue launch. The sprawling nightlife hotspot was quickly filled with a vibrant, fashionable crowd including, models, Gigi Hadid and Hari Nef, actor Nico Tortorella and many more. Before Troye Sivan took the stage for the night’s headline performance, guests celebrated the September launch with glasses of Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks, or in the signature craft cocktail, “V Dragon.”

Farewell to Summer with rewardStyle

Tequila Casa Dragones and rewardStyle said goodbye to summer at a colorful dinner party at their Dallas, TX headquarters. An intimate group of influential guests gathered to enjoy Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks, and in the “Spicy Mango Habanero Margarita” signature craft cocktail by Leann Berry of Komali before sitting down to a bright, citrus themed dinner. Before parting ways for the night, guests channeled their creativity by taking place in a piñata making workshop with Paper House Piñata.

Celebrating Summer with Vestiaire Collective and EyeSwoon

Tequila Casa Dragones headed to the Hamptons last weekend for a celebration of summer hosted by Vestiaire Collective and EyeSwoon. On a picturesque evening in August, guests gathered for poolside cocktails and an intimate dinner at Athena Calderone of EyeSwoon’s beautiful Long Island escape. Guests including chef Derek Orrell, Anne Kim of InStyle, stylist Kate Foley, and Selby Drummond and Chloe Malle of Vogue gathered around the bar to cool off with the smooth citrus notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks and with our summertime favorite, the Pink Panther cocktail.

Pairing Table Dinner in San Miguel de Allende

Michelin Star chefs, David Kinch of Manresa in California and Carlo Mirarchi of Blanca in New York joined us for our second Pairing Table Dinner on a beautiful night in San Miguel de Allende. The award winning chefs collaborated on a menu of seven intricate hot and cold dishes, each one seamlessly paired with the gentle flavors of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Our guests and friends including chef Donnie Masterton of The Restaurant, chef Carlos Zamora of MOXI, chef Matteo Salas of Aperi and Bruce James of Hotel Matilda were treated to dishes including oysters in cornichon jelly, sashimi style bass, grilled chicken and morels, n’duja with fresh tortillas and more.

National Tequila Day Celebration in Dallas

In honor of National Tequila Day, and with some help from our friends at Trucky, we brought Tequila Casa Dragones to Dallas, TX. Casa Dragones Blanco was served on the rocks with a twist and in the delicious cocktails “Evita Peron” and “Opia” from the window of the pop-up truck provided by Trucky.

A Weekend of Artistry in Marfa, Texas

For a two-day celebration in honor of Robert Irwin’s permanent untitled (Dawn until Dusk) installation , Tequila Casa Dragones joined the Judd Foundation and the Chinati Foundation in Marfa, Texas, with a mobile cocktail bar made from a renovated vintage delivery truck, courtesy of Trucky. The Judd Foundation and Chinati Foundation uphold the artistic legacy of artist Donald Judd, while also contributing to the artistic community as a whole. Served from the window of Trucky, Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks was a subtle reflection of Marfa’s authenticity, craftsmanship, and devotion to artistic originality.

Sunset on the Harbor with Tequila Casa Dragones

Tequila Casa Dragones joined with friends from the LGBT Network for a beautiful summer evening in the Hamptons at the Breakwater Yacht Club in Sag Harbor. The waterfront Sunset on the Harbor benefit featured the delicious signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, “Pink Panther” and Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks with a grapefruit twist. The combination of hors d’oeuvres, music, and delicious cocktails made for a spectacular night.

Celebrating the Mexican Culinary Movement with SMAFF

Tequila Casa Dragones is excited to be part of SMAFF, the San Miguel Allende Food Festival, a reflection of the Mexican culinary world and an incredible assembly of talented local chefs using local products. The two-day festival at Hacienda Los Picachos was open to the public, creating an inclusive, dynamic environment for enjoying authentic food and Casa Dragones Joven.

Supper Club Kickoff for SMAFF

A Toast with Tane and Elle

The Elle Decoration international network awarded Mexican design firm Tane with the prestigious EDIDA 2016 crystal ball award for local talent. Sylvie Ligonie of Tane and Patricia Vasconselos of Elle Décor toasted to unique Mexican craftsmanship and artistry with Casa Dragones Joven in a night of celebration and elegance.

The Four Seasons: Past and Future Gala and Benefit Dinner

We were deeply honored to celebrate and bid farewell to the historic Four Seasons restaurant at their Citymeals on Wheels benefit dinner with top chefs from across the country. Chefs Thomas Keller, Daniel Boulud, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Pecko Zantilaveevan, Jim Hutchison, and other notable culinary masters created an exquisite menu with a final Pine Nut Galette dessert by Thomas Keller paired with Casa Dragones Joven. The combined efforts of the chefs delighted attendees, brought significant support for Citymeals on Wheels, and was a noteworthy sendoff for the remarkable Four Seasons restaurant at the Seagram building in New York City.

Contemporary Cookout with Thompson Playa Del Carmen

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Hotel Thompson Playa Del Carmen in a contemporary and relaxed beachside cookout in celebration of the 4^th of July weekend. Thompson Playa Del Carmen’s executive chef Pedro Abascal, chef Rick Bayless of Chicago’s Frontera Grill, chef Paul Bentley of Magno Brasserie in Guadalajara, and chef Alfredo Villanueva of XBX Cafe in San Pedro Garza Garcia treated partygoers to dishes paired with Casa Dragones Joven. With live music, Casa Dragones Joven, and delicious Mexican cuisine like Carnitas de Pulp and Mextlapique, Thompson Playa Del Carmen set off the 4^th of July celebrations with flying colors.

The Carlota Anniversary Palomazo

Tequila Casa Dragones joined the Carlota Restaurant and Hotel in their Anniversary Palomazo, a celebration that assembled local chefs Sofía Cortina and Joaquín Cardoso of the Carlota Restaurant, and Mexican chefs Enrique Olvera, Jair Tellez, Olivier Deboise, Edo Kobayashi, Hiyoko Yakitorii-Ya, Edgar Núñez, Tomás Bermudez, Matteo Salas, and Eduardo García. In this cozy but lively event with a superb menu, guests sipped Casa Dragones Joven while visiting each chef’s specialized station to experience delightful pairings with Casa Dragones Joven.

Midnight Swim in Amagansett

Tequila Casa Dragones took part in celebrating interior designer Sasha Bikoff’s new showroom at the Hampton’s Holiday House by joining her “Midnight Swim” dinner party at her home in Amagansett. Iris Danker, Rohan Oza, Jared Seligman, Lauren Fastenberg, and Fiona Byrne were among those in attendance of the extravagant party. Sasha Bikoff’s unique flair for pastels and vibrant designs, found in the arrangements that she is known for, were the focal point of the evening’s aesthetic. The poolside party featured the Tequila Casa Dragones “Honey Do Me” cocktail by Cliff of Le Boudoir Brooklyn, served before and after the exquisite grilled fish and chili squid salad dinner NYC’s Café Henrie.

Tequila Casa Dragones at Southampton Garden Party

Much Ado About Madoo, an elegant Southampton garden party and benefit, featured a specialty Tequila Casa Dragones bar, a garden market, and a benefit auction in celebration of organic gardening. At the beautiful Madoo Conservatory gardens, Honorary Chairmen Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonon invited guests to celebrate 50 years of using organic practices in the Madoo gardens, and they raised funds by featuring a garden market with antiques, plants, and home accessories. Tequila Casa Dragones joined the Madoo garden party with the Pink Panther cocktail, served cold and fresh over a custom artisan Wythe bar made from Cocobolo.

Kicking off Sabores San Miguel Festival

WeWork Radio Launch with iHeart Radio

Tequila Casa Dragones was pleased to join iHeartRadio in New York City in a new effort to reach people through the impact of music. iHeartRadio launched their new custom Work Radio live station for WeWork with the Casa Dragones Blanco signature “Keep Hustling” cocktail, and with the understanding that music can have a great and measurable effect on a work space. WeWork offers communal workspaces for individuals, agencies, and larger countries around the country.

Architectural Opening in West Chelsea

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Brazilian architect and developer Isay Weinfeld in celebrating the impressive opening of Jardim, his new addition to West Chelsea in New York City, with the “Dragão no Jardim” cocktail by Rael Petit. Beyoncé is an additional developer of Jardim, and is also behind a main ingredient of “Dragão no Jardim”: WTRMLN WTR. The brilliant construction of the cocktail, consisting of Casa Dragones Blanco, lemon, honey, and WTRMLN WTR, was a perfect complement to the architectural event. Jardim will be a striking addition to the New York City skyline while remaining part of the already established modern aesthetic of West Chelsea.

Father’s Day Cigar Pairing

Just in time for Father’s Day, Tequila Casa Dragones hosted a unique pairing of cigars and Casa Dragones Joven with cigar expert Koichi Garcia at Palacio de Hierro in Mexico City. Mr. Garcia paired the Davidoff Escurio Petit Robusto cigar with Casa Dragones Joven, highlighting their complementary flavors and mouth textures. Mexico’s top sommelier, Sandra Fernandez and Chef Guillermo Martinez of La Cantina prepared a six-course menu, with each delicately prepared to pair perfectly with Casa Dragones Joven. The exciting combination of food, cigars, and Casa Dragones Joven made for a palate-pleasing afternoon that celebrated fatherhood in style.

Oysters and Casa Dragones Tequila aboard the Freedom Yacht

Tequila Casa Dragones was joined by chefs Elena Reygadas of Rosetta, Mexico City and Josh Capon of Lure Fishbar, chef Tom Colicchio, fashion designer Lela Rose, Chef Masa Takayama, chef Camilla Becerra, and restauranteur John McDonald for a spectacular evening of oysters and tequila aboard the Freedom Yacht, a beautifully restored 1920’s Trumpy.

Galería de Arte de la Embajada de México Exhibit in Tokyo

Tequila Casa Dragones traveled across the ocean to Japan with Dolce Nero Chocolate atelier for the Tokyo art exhibit, Galería de Arte de la Embajada de México. Elegant Mexican artwork and sculptures were on display, as well as personalized bottle of Casa Dragones Joven with “Mexico” written on the label in Japanese. Kanpai!

Perfect Earth Project in the Hamptons

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Perfect Earth Project at a celebration in the Hamptons as they launched their first summer event, Lawn Party for the Ponds. The event featured the Casa Dragones Blanco Pink Panther cocktail, lawn games, a stunning view of Georgica Pond, and music from Peter Duchin. Perfect Earth Project is a non-profit organization built for a healthier earth, and they were hosted by Friends of Georgica Pond Foundation on their stunning estate by the water.

Africa’sOut Benefit in New York City

Tequila Casa Dragones was excited to join Africa’sOut!: a vibrant event supporting social change in Africa through artwork, creativity, and originality. Africa’sOut! featured music from Santigold, Moon Medicine, and Solange Knowles, and appearances from David Schwimmer, Hank Willis Thomas, and Zoe Beckman. Started by Kenyan artist Wangechi Mutu, Africa’sOut! uses the combination of art and activism to further their cause. While the Africa’sOut! benefit raised support for their in-house initiatives that support the artistic community, they also raised significant support for Uhai Eashri, an organization that protects the rights of the LGBTQI community in Eastern Africa.

Artadia Benefit Auction in New York City

Tequila Casa Dragones joined the 2016 Artadia Benefit Auction featuring inventive artwork for auction, dubbed ‘Unrestricted.’ The auction was held to promote artists and their future creative projects across all mediums. Tequila Casa Dragones’ Unrestricted cocktail, a blend of Casa Dragones Blanco, Orgeat syrup, Joto Yuza Sake, fresh lime juice, and Gonzalez Amontillado Sherry, was served to guests as they browsed through a gallery of paintings and sculptures. Artadia is a non-profit organization that graciously brings together curators and artists for the unrestricted benefit of the artists, whose mission is to unequivocally support the overall careers of artists through financial means and also through recognition. Artadia’s event represents a larger community of creatives and supporters alike that congregate in the name of creativity and originality.

Chef Lula and Casa Dragones at Four Seasons Orlando

The combination of delicious food and Tequila Casa Dragones Joven made for a unique experience for diners at Four Seasons Orlando on the evening of May 28. Lula Martin del Campo, the accomplished Mexican chef, author, and philanthropist, created a five-course meal to be paired with Casa Dragones’ exclusive Sipping Tequila. Four Seasons’ Executive Sous Chef Samuel Faggetti created the meals along with Chef Lula. Chef Lula is the Executive Chef at HSBC Bank in Mexico City, and owns Restaurante Roca and Restaurante Carbon in Mexico. The Chefs made Achiote fish ceviche, Tequila Granita, Green Tomatillo and mushroom soup, Steak with cojita cheese sauce, Yellowtail Snapper with chayote, and Corn Brûlée Dessert. Chef Lula’s simple, colorful, and beautifully arranged recipes were a welcomed addition at Four Seasons. Working with one another and playing off of the other’s tastes and textures, these masterfully crafted courses and the Joven cocktails culminated in a truly elegant and authentic, Mexican meal.

East End Summer Benefit in Bridgehampton

Tequila Casa Dragones kicked off its summer by attending a PPHP East End Summer Benefit in a fundraising effort to support health care and education for the East End. Native New Yorker and Emmy award-winning actress Martha Plimpton was the event’s special guest, in addition to musicians Jesse Harris, Star Rover, and DJ Twilo, who entertained all that were there. A light drizzle could not dampen the otherwise lighthearted event supporting a good cause; the Bridgehampton celebration found its attendees in good spirits and ready to enjoy a variety of delicious food and drinks, most notably the featured Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, “Summer is Coming.” Everyone in attendance provided valuable support for Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic, Inc. and the services they provide to their communities, new and old.

Opening of Pedro Reyes’ ‘Domingo Salvaje’ Exhibit at La Tallera

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Mexican artist Pedro Reyes to celebrate his new collection at Sala de Arte Público Siqueiros-La Tallera in Cuernavaca, Mexico. His exhibition, ‘Domingo Salvaje,’ is a journey of how cultures over time have seen the use of narcotics and psychotropic drugs through the different sciences and arts. Guests including Tayana Pimentel, G.T. Pellizzi (Tonatiuh), Dominico Zindato, Cesar Cervantes, Isaac Broid, Hector Esrawe, Ximena Garrido-Lecca, Mario Ballesteros, Rodrigo Altamirano, Boris Hirman, among others, received a private tour of the exhibit by the artist himself. A special lunch was served in La Tallera’s back garden, where Casa Dragones Blanco was served on the rocks with a twist.

Voutsa Pop-up Shop in New York City

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Voutsa‘s creative director George Venson for an intimate dinner to celebrate the brand’s month-long pop up shop. Co-hosted by Lela Rose Creative Brand Manager Sam Masters, who transformed a Nolita storefront adorned with Voutsa designs, French-Asian décor, festive lanterns, an all-black tablescape, and Chinese cuisine. Notable guests included Lela Rose, Josh Greene and Katrina Hernandez, Natalie Shirinian, Elizabeth Baudouin, Mieke ten Have, Sasha Bikoff, Paul Marlow, Patrick Mele, Hamish Bowles, and David Cafiero. During the cocktail hour, guests enjoyed a special Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, The Tipsy Lotus, that featured ancho chili, hibiscus, jasmine, lemon and rose, in addition to Dragones on the Rocks with a grapefruit twist.

AD HOC Showcase at Maison&Objet in Miami Beach

Tequila Casa Dragones joined the Maison&Objet event, which brought together a vibrant community of designers, architects, and property developers in Miami Beach. As Tequila Casa Dragones continues to support emerging Mexican talent, we were proud to participate in this event together with Mexican design studio, AD HOC. Known for designing spaces and creating pieces that reflect Mexico’s artisan legacy with materials and manual processes in every product, AD HOC showcased bottles of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven in their beautifully crafted hand-made wooden bar.

Cinco de Mayo Luncheon at Cosme

Tequila Casa Dragones was honored to join the New York-based Consul General of Mexico Sandra Fuentes, New York’s Office of the Mayor representative Danny Kadishson, and US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce representative Alejandro Ramos in a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage at Cosme in New York. At the annual Cinco de Mayo luncheon Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco was crafted into three signature cocktails, the “Tommy’s Style Margarita,” the “Cosme Paloma,” and the Dragones on the Rocks.

Showcasing Mexican Designers

In honor of Mexican craftsmanship, Tequila Casa Dragones joined Dallas luxury retailer Forty Five Ten’s Cinco de Mayo celebration, showcasing the work of four top Mexican designers. Forty Five Ten’s owner, Brian Bolke hosted former Vanity Fair editor Ceciia de Sola and former W magazine accessories director Karla Martinez as they presented their fashion line, Piamita. Home accessories designer Jan Barboglio displayed her collection, Sara Beltran showcased her beach inspired Dezso fine jewelry line, while perfumer and architect Carlos Huber presented his fragrance line Arquiste.  Guests enjoyed the Honey Dragon Margarita while DJ Lucy Wrubel entertained guests at the Terrace of The Joule in Dallas. To commemorate the occasion, four Joven bottles, personalized with “Forty Five Ten,” were created.

Frieze New York Opening Night Party

Tequila Casa Dragones joined contemporary art fair Frieze‘s founders Amanda Sharp and Matthew Slotover as they hosted a VIP invite-only opening party at the Ace Hotel for the three day art fair’s artists, sponsors and collectors. Guests enjoyed music by notable DJ Juliana Huxtable while enjoying cocktails created with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, the “25 Años”, the aptly named “Some Like It Hot” and the classic Dragones on the Rocks.

Joshua Bell Cinco de Mayo Education Through Music Benefit

Tequila Casa Dragones was pleased to join multiple award-winning violinist Joshua Bell and celebrated Mexican Chef Enrique Olvera in hosting an exclusive Cinco de Mayo event to benefit Education Through Music—a New York City based nonprofit that provides music education to disadvantaged schools. Bell entertained notable New Yorkers and society elite with a performance of traditional Mexican folk songs. For dinner, guests were treated to a menu specially prepared by Chef Enrique Olvera of Cosme, recently named best new restaurant by the New York Times. The menu was paired with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven and included dishes like uni tostada with avocado and bone marrow salsa and a husk meringue corn mousse.

Celebrating Lela Rose’s Latest Collection

Casa Dragones at The Supper Club

Casa Dragones was delighted to be a part of the Supper Club’s latest First Bite cocktail event at the stylish L.A. rooftop restaurant, E.P. & L.P. During the warm beautiful evening, the Supper Club members enjoyed cocktails created with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco such as the Hibiscus Dragon, along with Asian inspired hors d’oeuvres from E.P. & L.P. and macaroons.

Women’s Forum Mexico at Palacio de Hierro

As part of our commitment to support female leadership, Tequila Casa Dragones was joined by Altaír Jarabo, Jacqueline Franjou, María del Carmen Bernal and Lourdes Berho and luxury retailer Palacio de Hierro, in Mexico City, for the first ever Women’s Forum Mexico. Casa Dragones and Palacio De Hierro hosted an intimate opening dinner where Casa Dragones Joven was served, as well as a closing cocktail event where Casa Dragones Blanco was served. Celebrating strong women, the Women’s Forum emphasized, “actions and solutions to open new social and economic opportunities, and the need and importance of involving everyone in processes of change.”

The Elder Statesman and Solar Magazine with Jose Davila

Tequila Casa Dragones joined The Elder Statesman, a Los-Angeles based luxury lifestyle label founded by Greg Chait, for the launch of Solar Magazine, with a presentation of limited edition tiles by Mexican artist Jose Dávila. Guests including Igor Ramires Garcia-Peralta, Jose Davila, Greg Chait, Michaela Dosamantes, Daniela Villegas, Maximiliano Patane, Seth Bertman, Ethan Peck and others enjoyed signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails and Casa Dragones on the rocks.

Tequila Casa Dragones at Vogue Pre-Met Gala Bash

Tequila Casa Dragones was pleased to join Vogue.com for their pre-Met Gala bash at Search & Destroy, the infamous Japanese punk bunker, in New York’s East Village. The #LastSaturdayinApril party was attended by guests Alexa Chung, SZA, Lily Aldridge, Candice Huffine, Halsey, Ruby Aldridge, Chloë Sevigny, Nadja Bender, Anna Cleveland and Martha Hunt, among others. Guests enjoyed a signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, aptly named “Bad Blood”, and traditional Japanese street food, while an impromptu performance by Dev Hynes brought everyone including Rick Ross, partying into the wee hours.

Daniela Villegas Launches Collection with Salvatore Ferragamo

Tequila Casa Dragones Joven was honored to join top Mexican jewelry designer Daniela Villegas, for her collection launch with Salvatore Ferragamo. Inspired by nature and hand made with a strong emphasis in the detail, the capsule collection, “Liberta,” was simultaneously launched in Mexico, Japan and the US. Guests included, Maximiliano Villegas, Oscar Madrazo, Aldo Rendón, Xuxu, María de la Fuente, Eva Hughes, Ariadne Grant and Brenda Diaz. While admiring the latest collection at Salvatore Ferragamo’s Santa Fe boutique in Mexico City, guests also enjoyed catered hors d’oeuvres from The Hidden Kitchen and Tequila Casa Dragones Joven.

Pamela Love Book Signing in New York City

Casa Dragones joined CFDA award-winning jewlery designer Pamela Love on the launch of her new book ‘Muses and Manifestations’ at Rizzoli Bookstore in New York City. Pamela Love’s work is heavily influenced by astronomy, astrology, alchemy, botany, the American Southwest. Her designs incorporate American folklore, traditional tribal artisan patterns from North Africa, Mexican folk art, and medieval European iconography. Her first book shares the inspirations behind her beautiful eclectic jewelry. Casa Dragones was served on the rocks while guests met Pamela Love and received signed copies of her book.

Annual ArtPace Gala “Club Speakeasy Happening”

Tequila Casa Dragones was pleased to join ArtPace, once more, to celebrate their 21^st Birthday Gala, the 21 Club Speakeasy Happening. The ArtPace’s annual gala honors leaders in the art space for the art and educational outreach forum. This year they honored Fairfax Dorn and Virginia Lebermann, the visionary founders of Ballroom Marfa who have worked to elevate Texas and Texas artists in the international contemporary art arena. The speakeasy theme for the party was in honor of Ballroom Marfa’s heritage as a former 1920s dance hall. Tequila Casa Dragones was served to guests at the after parties as they viewed the art exhibits of ArtPace alumni.  Guests were treated to Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco with a twist of grapefruit and signature cocktail, the Queen’s Cavalry, whose ginger liqueur and rosemary infused honey syrup played off the tequila’s hint of almonds.

Unforgettable Weekend with Top Chef Mexico

To continue to promote young emerging Mexican talent and to celebrate Tequila Casa Dragones being featured in episode 8 of Top Chef Mexico, we hosted special guests to a culinary-filled weekend in our hometown of San Miguel de Allende. Following a tasting and demonstration of our pepita engraving, guests were invited to a special screening of this episode and pairing dinner at the historic bull-fighting ring in San Miguel de Allende. Top Chef contestants, Matteo Salas, Chef Irving Quiroz and Katsuji Tanabe prepared a pairing dinner inspired by the tasting notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Guests included Casa Dragones’ CEO Bertha González Nieves, Top Chef judge Chef Martha Ortiz from one of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants Dulce Patria, media influencers, and Mexican government officials.

La Buena Barra Tasting

Casa Dragones CEO Bertha Gonzalez Nieves, invited special VIP guests to the dynamic and warm atmosphere of contemporary restaurant La Buena Barra in Mexico City, for an intimate tasting of Tequila Casa Dragones. The rustic, yet elegant, menu of La Buena Barra was perfect for pairing with Casa Dragones Joven, while mixologist, Manuel Media, combined Casa Dragones Blanco, elderflower and aloe vera to craft a special cocktail, Dragon Rosa, for the event. Guests were also treated to signed bottles by our expert in-house calligrapher.

Vogue All Access Conference

Hill House Home Launch Event with Zola

Tequila Casa Dragones joined the launch for Hill House Home bedding collection with online wedding registry, Zola. The event was held at Zola townhouse in Soho, New York City, where VIP guests included fashion designer Prabal Gurung, founder of Man Repeller, Leandra Medine, as well as other media influencers. Guests were treated to a signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, named 40 Winks, crafted with grapefruit, sage, lime, club soda, in addition to Dragones Blanco served on the rocks.

Quintonil’s 4th Anniversary Celebration

Tequila Casa Dragones was honored to join Quintonil, #6, Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, as they celebrated their 4th anniversary. Chef Jorge Vallejo and Alejandra Flores invited top chefs from Guadalajara to participate in the momentous occasion, including Paul Bentley from Magno Brasserie, Jesús Escalera from La Postrería, and Francisco Ruano from Alcalde. A signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, the Frozen Nopal Margarita, was crafted for the lunch portion of the menu. Guests were also treated to an exclusive menu paired with Casa Dragones Joven, including corn salad, octopus terrine, avocado tartare, tamalitos, oysters, and more.

Scott Conant Dinner at Scarpetta for SOBEWFF

Tequila Casa Dragones joined James Beard Award-winning chef and restauranteur Scott Conant for an intimate dinner at Scarpetta during this year’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Chefs, media, culinary insiders and tastemakers gathered for a delectable dish of truffle risotto with egg and oxtail sumo paired beautifully with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. “In this particular dish, truffle works so well with Casa Dragones,” said Scott Conant. “This has a richness to it, this risotto. It’s going to stand up to the alcohol content of the tequila. The truffle notes go so well with the grassiness of the tequila.”

Chef Paul Bentley and Chef Jesus Escalera at La Casa Dragones

Tequila Casa Dragones brought together renowned Australian chef, Paul Bentley, owner of Jalisco restaurant MAGNO Brasserie and notable Spanish pastry chef, Jesus Escalera, owner of La Postrería bakery, also in Jalisco. The two culinary masters delighted guests at La Casa Dragones in San Miguel de Allende with an evening consisting of 5 courses and two desserts inspired by the complex notes and aromas of Casa Dragones Joven. The intimate atmosphere with personalized bottles of Joven welcomed Chef Matteo Salas, Alberto Laposse, Donnie Masterton, Sally and Roy Azar, Regine and Francois Sicart and Sandra Vázquez to an unforgettable evening. Guests’ palates were spoiled with carefully crafted dishes like Tartine Rhubarb and goat’s cheese and a caramel sphere filled with foamed yogurt, sprinkled with flowers and seasonal fruits.

Spoleto Festival USA Annual Auction

Tequila Casa Dragones had the pleasure of joining this year’s Spoleto Festival USA’s Annual Auction in at the Cigar Factory in Charleston, SC. Spoleto Festival USA is internationally recognized as America’s premier performing arts festival, featuring performances by renowned artists as well as emerging performers. The evening included an open bar, an elegant seated dinner, and a toast with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven for 250 guests with live music by Mike Quinn & The Charleston 80. A historic getaway to La Casa Dragones in San Miguel Allende was one of many items featured in the live auction that supported the Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra.

Hans Ulrich Obrist Book Launch in Los Angeles

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Eugenio López, art collector and founder of Museo Jumex, along with Moisés Cosío, Bettina Korek, and Hans Ulrich Obrist to celebrate the publication of Hans Ulrich Obrist’s book ‘Conversations in Mexico’ in his Los Angeles home. ‘Conversations in Mexico‘ beautifully captures how the Mexican cultural scene has pivoted several times to cultivate a wholly radical and innovative aesthetic, one that is illuminated by Mexican architecture, people, art, music, politics and literature. As a prelude to this year’s Printed Matter’s LA Art Book Fair, an event showcasing and celebrating the international artists’ book community, the evening comprised of dinner and conversation for guests, including Jori Finkel of the New York Times, Christina Martinez of Artforum, Elizabeth Chandler from C Magazine, Ben Goldhirsh from GOOD Magazine, and Gary Baum from the Hollywood Reporter. Casa Dragones Joven was paired with hors d’oeuvres and desserts, such as spicy beef tendon chip, hamachi tacos, and lobster rolls, and personalized bottles were also created for this special occasion.

Where to Enjoy National Margarita Day

Celebrate this year’s National Margarita Day on February 22 with the pure essence of agave. Discover the top places nationwide to enjoy signature margaritas crafted with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, named the “Best Blanco Tequila” by Epicurious.

La Cava del Tequila, San Angel Inn Margarita by Bulmaro Gomez (Orlando, FL)

Toloache, Skinny Premium Dragones by Francisco Rodriguez (New York City)

El Toro Blanco, El Dragon Blanco, (New York City)

Tequiztlan Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar , El Dragon Margarita by Stephanie Ortiz (Miami, FL)

The Polo Bar, The Ridgway Margarita by Darnell Dodson (New York City)

Temerario, Mecxi Dragones by Christopher Reyes  (New York City)

Salinas, Mallorca by Scott Villalobos (New York City)

Oh Mexico, Dragon Margarita by Roberto Longoni (Miami, FL)

Wally’s Beverly Hills, Wally’s Dragons Tail Margarita by TheRevCarl

Mi Dia From Scratch, Jardin Dragones  by Ivan Sanchez (Grapevine & Plano, TX)

Via Reál, Skinny Dragones Margarita by Michael Hamptonof (Irving, TX)

The Little Nell, Margarita by Thom Barr (Aspen, CO)

Ola Mexican Kitchen, El Dragón by Zack Twardowski (Huntington Beach, CA)

St. Regis San Francisco, Dragon Slayer by Vladimir Garris (San Francisco, CA)

Cala, Super Elegante by Marsilio Gabuardi (San Francisco, CA)

Tommy’s Mexican by Julio Bermejo (San Francisco, CA)

Agave Kitchen & Tequila, De La Casa Margarita  by Jorge Serna (Long Beach, CA)

Mayahuel, Margarita Claro by Oscar Escobar (Sacramento, CA)

Tres, Liquid Gold by Robert Hurkman (San Francisco, CA)

Fuego Tequila Bar, Dragones Sour by Eddy Schmitt (Walnut Creek, CA)

Tres Hermanas, Blood Orange Margatita by Sergio Vad (Sacramento, CA)

Zona Maco 2016 Opening Party with Kurimanzutto

Tequila Casa Dragones joined artists Gabriel Orozco, Abraham Cruzvillegas, Dr. Lakra, Jonathan Hernández and Gabriel Kuri at Café Paraiso in Mexico City to celebrate the opening of the exhibit XYLAÑYNU. Taller de los Viernes, at Kurimanzutto, curated by Guillermo Santamarina. Guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks with a grapefruit twist, in the signature cocktail “Michelada Primaverde,” and the “XYLAÑYNU” cocktail crafted by mixologist Oscar Valle especially for the occasion.

Art and Activism with Ethan Hawke, Nick Cave and Michelle Alexander

Tequila Casa Dragones joined artists and activists Ethan Hawke, Nick Cave and Michelle Alexander at the home of Curatious founder Holly Hager for an event with ArtBridge and Demos, with host committee chairs Arnold Lehman (Director Emeritus of the Brooklyn Museum) and Dustin Yellin (founder, Pioneer Works). Host committee members included Rich Benjamin, Alexis Bittar, Nina Collins, Rodney Durso, Melissa Feldman, Bob Herbert, Lisa Kim, Julie Lilien, Heather McGhee and Cassim Shepard, Lucy Mayo and Spencer Kympton, Stephen Pierson, Lucien Rothenstein, and Robert Shapiro.

‘Scenes with Flat Objects’ Exhibit at Galería Travesía Cuatro

Casa Dragones joined the Galería Travesía Cuatro in Guadalajara for the inauguration of their collective show, ‘Scenes with Flat Objects.’ This exhibit features the extraordinary talents of up-and-coming Mexican artists, such as Elena Bajo, Tania Perez Cordova, Debora Delmar Corp, Lucia Elena Prusa, Elena del Rivero, and Donna Huanca. Guests enjoyed Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco as they experienced the captivating work of these artists.

As the annual Zona Maco fair continues, we are looking forward to an exciting week in Mexico City filled with artists, collectors, art aficionados, and more.

A Feast for All the Senses: Kurimanzutto Comes to San Francisco

We were thrilled to be a part of a big night for our friends from the Kurimanzutto Gallery from Mexico City as they opened a group exhibition at the Jessica Silverman Gallery in San Francisco.

Titled ‘from here to there’, the show includes works by sixteen celebrated Mexican artists, including Gabriel Orozco, Abraham Cruzvillegas, Dr. Lakra, Jonathan Hernández and Gabriel Kuri. The exhibit is extremely exciting for both galleries: the Kurimanzutto Gallery is world-renowned and the Jessica Silverman gallery has played host to many emerging artists whose pieces have been acquired by the likes of the Tate in London, MoMA The Museum of Modern Art, and Museo Reina Sofía in Madrid.

The scale of the opening attracted an incredible crowd, including Jessica Silverman herself and José Kuri, owner of Kurimanzutto. As well as the inspiring company and inspirational art of offer, guests were treated to bespoke, themed cocktails created with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. Dinner was served at the beautiful, bright Cala restaurant, the first U.S. restaurant from talented Chef Gabriela Cámara of Contramar, Mexico City, fame.

The evening was informative, interesting and inspiring – it was a true pleasure to be in the company of such creative talent from the ever-changing, ever-exciting worlds of modern art and fine dining.

An Elegant Dinner with Ryan Seacrest

Tequila Casa Dragones hosted an elegant dinner with Ryan Seacrest at Bouchon in Los Angeles, a three-Michelin star restaurant owned by famed Chef Thomas Keller. Chef de Cuisine, Dave Hands, delighted guests with three classic French courses paired exclusively with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven, such as Oysters with Tokyo Turnip & Meyer Lemon Purée, Salade de Cresson et d’Endives, and Tartare de Saumon. A Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco signature cocktail, the “Otoño Verde,” was also crafted for this special event by head sommelier, Andrew Adelson, who complemented the smooth citrus notes of Casa Dragones Blanco with Green Chartreuse, Luxardo Maraschino, and lime juice.

Brunch Hosted by Enrique Olvera and David Kinch at Moxi Restaurant

Award-winning chef Enrique Olvera invited chef David Kinch to join him in hosting brunch at Olvera’s Moxi restaurant in San Miguel de Allende, celebrating Hotel Matilda’s fifth anniversary. Chef David Kinch is the Chef-Proprietor of Michelin-star restaurant Manresa, in Los Gatos, California. Over 100 guests including Spook Stream, Spencer Tunick, Gonzalo Lebrija, Bruce James and Bao Ong enjoyed an exclusive pairing of granola crisp grilled oysters and shrimp aguachile with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven, masterfully prepared by chef Kinch. Other exciting menu items included seafood pozole, guava french toast, shellfish miso grilled pineapple and yogurt garden scones. Salud to Hotel Matilda for their continued excellence in service and hospitality.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2015 Rubell Collection Party

Tequila Casa Dragones joined collectors Don and Mera Rubell, W Magazine and Roberto Cavalli for the opening of the all-female exhibit No Man’s Land at Art Basel Miami Beach 2015. Art world heavy-hitters including Francesco Vezzoli, Maria Baibakova, Dustin Yellin, Thelma Golden, and gallerists Marianne Boesky and Andrea Rosen, plus designers Peter Dundas of Cavalli, Greg Chait, Misha Nonoo enjoyed an exclusive dinner at the Rubell home in the Wynwood Art District, with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. The exhibit is on view through May 28th, 2016.

British Polo Day at La Casa Dragones

For the third consecutive year in a row, Tequila Casa Dragones was excited to host British Polo Day in the historic La Casa Dragones in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Guests, including Ben Vestey, founder of British Polo Day, enjoyed a professional tasting featuring the handcrafted techniques and innovative process that result in Tequila Casa Dragones, as well as tour of the beautifully restored 17^th century stables of the legendary Dragones cavalry of San Miguel.

To book an exclusive tasting at La Casa Dragones, please contact our Concierge. We are committed to offering VIP service to all of our customers.

Services for the UnderServed: Evening of Opportunity

Casa Dragones partnered with Services for the UnderServed (SUS) for an Evening of Opportunity, bringing together leaders from New York’s business and philanthropic communities at one of New York’s most historically significant and beautiful locales, the Weylin B. Seymour Building in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Surrounded by works by Spanish artist Juan Miguel Palacios in the inaugural exhibit of the Guggenheim Museum Young Collectors Council exhibition space, Casa Dragones Blanco debuted a new winter cocktail, the “Manzana Confitada” crafted by leading mixologist Jim Meehan of PDT, New York. Services for the Underserved is committed to finding solutions to transform the lives of people with disabilities, people in poverty and people facing homelessness: solutions that contribute to righting societal imbalances.

Sparkle and Shine Opening in Miami

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Philanthropist Adrienne Bosh, wife of Miami Heat player Chris Bosh, for the exclusive opening of her boutique, Sparkle & Shine Darling in Miami, Florida. Bosh welcomed 150 guests, including actress Gabrielle Union, Alexia Echeverria and Suzie Ketcham, husband Chris Bosh as well as other Miami Heat players. Tequila Casa Dragones was served on the rocks and in our signature cocktail, The Pink Panther, while guests enjoyed a first look at the bespoke boutique.

Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in New York City

Tequila Casa Dragones was honored to be part of the annual Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in New York City, hosted by Alicia Keys, with Chris Rock as Master of Ceremonies, and performances by Alicia Keys, Lenny Kravitz, Lion Babe, Wale, and WizKid. During the evening of music and philanthropy, guests enjoyed “The Blackout,” a signature cocktail crafted with simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, grapefruit soda, and Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. Keep A Child Alive’s mission is to realize the end of AIDS for children and their families, by combating the physical, social and economic impacts of HIV.

The Great Create in Dallas

Tequila Casa Dragones joined the 4th annual Great Create, benefitting Dallas’ Nasher Sculpture Center at the home of Sheryl and Eric Maas. The Great Create is a fundraiser that engages families’ artistic sides while raising essential support for the Nasher’s diverse and creative annual educational initiatives. Guests included Sheryl and Eric Maas, Lisa and John Runyon, Allyson and Stuart Greenfield, and Megan and Brady Wood.

Formula 1® Roars into Mexico City

Mexico City’s exciting Formula 1® championship was led by reigning champions Mercedes, with Nico Rosberg taking the victory, followed by Grand Prix champion Lewis Hamilton. Mexican driver Sergio Perez (Checo) of Force India team came in 8^th place, and became the first Mexican driver to score points on home soil since 1970. It was an exciting race, and Tequila Casa Dragones was thrilled to join Interproteccion in welcoming the drivers to Mexico City, and to be a part of this exciting international event.

“Pintado de Negro” Dinner at Moxi Restaurant

Chef Martha Ortiz from Mexico City’s Dulce Patria hosted her annual Black Dinner at Moxi Restaurant at Hotel Matilda in San Miguel de Allende. In celebration of Día de los Muertos, the “Pintado de Negro” dinner featured an exclusive pairing of Casa Dragones Joven with blue corn cake with mystical sauce. Personalized bottles of Joven were designed for the dinner, and guests enjoyed specially crafted Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails garnished with marigold leaves.

“La Adorada Muerte” Dinner at Aperi Restaurant

In honor of Día de los Muertos, Chef Matteo Salas’ Aperi Restaurant at Dos Casas Hotel in San Miguel hosted a “La Adorada Muerte” dinner. The restaurant was adorned with marigolds, sugar skulls, and other holiday-themed decorations. Guests were treated to an exclusive chef pairing of sea catch with ginger-squash, tomatillo, and carrots and Casa Dragones Joven, inspired by Mexican flavors with seasonal ingredients. Personalized Joven bottles were also created for this special occasion.

Olivier Mosset’s Exhibit at The Power Station in Dallas

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Dallas influencers, art and fashion enthusiasts for a private opening of Olivier Mosset’s Plan B exhibit at The Power Station, a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to providing a platform for ambitious contemporary art projects in Dallas, Texas. Guests included Robyn Siegel, Cindy Schwartz, Peter Doroshenko of Dallas Contemporary, Claire Dewar, Sharon and Michael Young, Courtney Sinelli, Christina Rees and Alden and Janelle Pinnell. Signature Honey Dragones Margarita cocktails crafted with Tequila Casa Dragones were served. Housed in a Power & Light building constructed in 1920, artists are invited to respond to the raw character of the architecture, offering an alternative to the traditional gallery and museum context.

Dia de los Muertos Celebrations in San Miguel de Allende

Tequila Casa Dragones celebrated one of Mexico’s most remarkable holidays, Día de Muertos, in our hometown of San Miguel de Allende this past weekend. Some of the festivities included the La Calaca Festival, a four-day event filled with art, workshops, conferences, parades, and more to honor this holiday. La Casa Dragones was adorned with marigolds and a traditional altar was built to honor those that have departed for an exclusive tasting, featuring Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks and Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila.

LAND Annual Art Auction and Benefit

LAND (Los Angeles Nomadic Division), the visionary organization committed to curating site-specific public art exhibitions, recently hosted its 6th annual art auction and benefit All Souls Eve. Held at the fabulous Ebell of Los Angeles, the night included a decadent dinner, auctions, dancing, and live performances. Guests from the high-profile worlds of fashion, art, technology, and entertainment, including Director and curator of Los Angeles Nomadic Division, Shamim M. Momin, actress Ellen Page, chef Craig Thornton, artist Yung Jake, gallery owner, Shulamit Nazarian, and jewelry designer, Marcy Miller. The event commenced with an elegant toast with Casa Dragones Joven Tequila, followed by a live auction that included a weekend stay at historic La Casa Dragones, our home in San Miguel de Allende, and a special edition Gabriel Orozco bottle.

Paralelo Norte 2015

Dedicated to promoting regional cuisine and fostering the innovative gastronomic community, Paralelo Norte recently celebrated its second edition in Monterrey. Considered the Mesamérica of the northern part of Mexico and connected to Colectivo Mexicano de Cocina, gourmet and culinary events saw press and personalities from the Mexican “foodie” scene join forces and share ideas with lauded Mexican chefs and professionals, such as Jorge Vallejo, Edgar Nuñez, Joan Roca, Josefina Santa Cruz, Adan Paredes, and Pablo Salas. As the chosen tequila for the festivities, Casa Dragones Joven was specially paired with the first dinner course served at renowned new restaurant Koli.

Formula One® Gran Premio in Mexico City

Tequila Casa Dragones welcomed Formula One® (F1) Gran Premio drivers Checo Pérez, Nico Hulkenberg, Romain Grosjean, Pastor Maldonado, Felipe Nasr, Marcus Ericsson, Carmen Jordá, and Esteban Gutiérrez to Mexico City for the much-anticipated return of the Gran Premio. F1 Sponsor Interproteccion hosted the event at Nobu & Sylvestre Restaurants in Mexico City where over 400 guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks with a twist, and an Albahaca Margarita made specially for this event.

Rothko Chapel at the Cherryhurst House

Tequila Casa Dragones was pleased to be part of private dinner for the Rothko Chapel at the Cherryhurst House, a unique space for the creation and exploration of contemporary art in Houston. The mixer and artist-led tour of the exhibit “Strangely Familiar: Works of Visual Fiction by Barbara Levine and Daniela Edburg” was part of Rothko Chapel’s Moonrise Party’s Underwriters and Hosts Committee. The space has an innovative artist in residency program and cultivates site-specific exhibitions and programs that connect art, people and ideas. Patrons and guests enjoyed a signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, the “Honey Dragon Margarita,” while exploring the exhibit.

Lela Rose at Bergdorf Goodman

Casa Dragones Tequila joined renowned designer Lela Rose for the opening of her new boutique on the 6th floor of Bergdorf Goodman, as well as her new entertaining book, Pret-a-Party.  The intimate dinner for friends, media and influencers was hosted in the boutique, where guests enjoyed dishes from chef Camille Becerra as well as Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails, including our signature Pink Panther cocktail and Brandon’s Margarita, as featured in Pret-a-Party.

Viewing the Latest Men’s Fashions at Forty Five Ten

Forty Five Ten, Dallas’ premier boutique offering fashion, accessories and collections for the home, hosted an in-store event to celebrate the latest in men’s fashion trends. Signature “Mango Habanero Margaritas” crafted by Leann Berry with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, were served in the T Room, the boutique’s exclusive lunch spot, to guests including Niven Morgan, Nancy Rogers, Piper Wyatt, Brant McFarlain, Muffin Lemak, Claire Emanuelson, Shannon Johnson, and Peter Doroshenko.

Celebrating Dia de los Muertos

Mexico’s most unique and visually stunning holiday, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrates the lives of those who have departed. This year, Tequila Casa Dragones will be honoring the departed in our hometown of San Miguel de Allende. Some of the events include joining Chef Martha Ortiz at Hotel Matilda’s Moxi restaurant for her spectacular Black Dinner, a dinner pairing with Chef Matteo Salas at Aperi, and an elaborate altar at La Casa Dragones, made of candy skulls and flowers, where we will be hosting exclusive tastings for special guests. Follow us on Twitter here and Instagram here as we celebrate the beauty and tradition of this incredible Mexican holiday.

Galerie Chantal Crousel’s 35 Anniversary

Tequila Casa Dragones joined France’s prominent Galerie Chantal Crousel in Paris to celebrate 35 years of breaking boundaries in contemporary art with artists such as Gabriel Orozco, Danh Vo, Abraham Cruzvillegas and many more. Over 200 guests from the international art world attended the event, including artists Dahn Vo and Gabriel Orozco, Pepe Kuri, Rikrit Tiravanija and Rosario Nadal. The night included a cocktail hour at Cirque d’hiver, followed by an elegant dinner served in the stunning Napoleon stables. Guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks and a remarkable night of performances and dancing. Casa Dragones Joven was honored to be part of this important moment in contemporary art and commemorated the occasion with personalized bottles for the gallery.

Chef Aaron Sanchez at New York City Food & Wine Festival

Tequila Casa Dragones joined the New York City Food & Wine Festival and Cooking Channel star chef Aarón Sánchez as he presented a variety of his signature Mexican small plates to try along wines paired by award-winning wine expert Josh Wesson from the Southern Wine & Spirits of New York portfolio. Aarón invited Casa Dragones, which he refers to as “the chefs’  tequila,” to pour Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks as a toast to round out the interactive event.

One-year Anniversary of Cosme Restaurant

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Chef Enrique Olvera, Chef Elena Reygadas from Rosetta Restaurant, actor John Leguizamo, Mexican Consul General of New York Ambassador Sandra Fuentes Berain, Chef Benito Molina from Manzanilla Restaurant, Chef Mikel Alonso from Biko Restaurant, Chef Jose Manuel Baños from Pitiona Restaurant, Carlo Mirarchi, Drew Nieporent, Adam Goldberg, and many others to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Cosme NYC. Chef Enrique Olvera prepared two seated 4-course dinners, including a pumpkin spice tamal topped with allspice ice cream paired with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. At the after party, held at Cosme, guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco served on the rocks with a twist of grapefruit. Casa Dragones commemorated this milestone with personalized bottles of Casa Dragones Joven.

Cosme serves contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine with dishes rooted in Mexican flavors and traditions. Chef Enrique also owns Pujol in Mexico City, known as one of the Mexico’s finest restaurants and no. 16 on the S. Pellegrino’s The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.

Frieze Week in London

The world’s leading art galleries and some of the most renowned contemporary artists were in London this past week for the annual art fair Frieze London in Regent’s Park, where notable galleries including Kurimanzutto, Marian Goodman, Chantal Crousel, Pace, Helly Nahmed and others displayed their works to thousands of collectors, and art lovers. Other exciting events this week included Frieze Masters, Frieze Films, Frieze Projects, the Sculpture Park in Regent’s Park, and an exciting opening exhibit at the Tate Modern by Mexican artist Abraham Cruzvillegas called “Empty Lot”. 

Chinati Weekend 2015

This past weekend, Tequila Casa Dragones proudly supported the Chinati Foundation in Marfa, Texas. This year’s Chinati Weekend featured a new special exhibition of work by Charlotte Posenenske and Peter Roehr, along with talks, performances, the annual benefit dinner, and a special sunrise viewing of this incredible exhibition. Guests, including the Chinati Board of Trustees members and electronic music artists Chromeo, enjoyed Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco signature cocktail “La Mordida,” a blood orange-habanero margarita, and Tequila Casa Dragones Joven throughout the weekend, while taking in the iconic collections of art.

Abraham Cruzvillegas’ Opening of “Empty Lot” at Tate Modern

Casa Dragones was pleased to join Kurimanzutto, Thomas Dane Gallery, Regen Projects and Galerie Chantal Crousel to celebrate Mexican artist Abraham Cruzvillegas’ exciting opening of “Empty Lot” at the Turbine Hall at Tate Modern. The party was held at the expansive Village Underground in Shoreditch, London on Monday night and featured the creative and astounding cuisine of Chef Elena Reygadas, paired with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Later, Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks was served as guests celebrated and danced into the night. Notable guests included Gabriel Orozco, Abraham Cruzvillegas, Monica Manzutto, Jose Kuri, Diego Luna, director Alfonso Cuarón, and more. Casa Dragones created special personalized bottles for the artist, using the phrase Lote Baldio, meaning Empty Lot in Spanish. Empty Lot is a massive sculpture created by two large stepped triangular platforms with scaffolding, supporting a grid of triangular wooden planters, and representing the artist ongoing interest in ancient agricultural methods of Mexico City, and temporary architecture.

Tequila Casa Dragones at Naeem Khan Runway Show

Tequila Casa Dragones was front and center at Manhattan’s Spring 2016 Bridal Fashion Week, serving Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks for media and influencers at the highly anticipated Naeem Khan runway show. This season’s collection featured elaborate and stunning gowns each inspired by a different destination — including Mexico, for which Frida Kahlo, one of the country’s most celebrated artistic icons, served as muse. Guests included Iris Apfel, Ranjana Khan, and Mark Ingram.

Exclusive O Magazine Event

Casa Dragones tequila lover, Oprah Winfrey gets ready for the shopping season by celebrating her top readers at an exclusive in-store event for O Magazine. Guests enjoyed a signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail, the Pink Panther, created by mixologist Jim Meehan and Chef Enrique Olvera, and one of Oprah’s Favorite Things in 2014.

Lela Rose “Pret-a-Party” Book Launch

Casa Dragones was very pleased to join fashion designer, Texas-native and friend Lela Rose as she debuted her new book, Pret-a-Party, Great Ideas for Good Times and Creative Entertaining. Guests enjoyed a Casa Dragones Blanco signature cocktail, Brandon’s Margarita, which is named after Lela’s husband Brandon, and is also the famed recipe included in her new book.  Crafted with 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 cup Cointreau, 2 cups Casa Dragones Blanco and 3-4 teaspoons of honey, this recipe makes 4-5 cocktails and is perfect for creative entertaining.

Notable guests included Laura Bush, Deedie and Rusty Rose, Kimberly Schlegel Whitman, Sam Saladino, Catherine Rose, Katherine Reeves, Merry Vose, Lisa Rocchio, Cindy and Howard Rachofsky, Marguerite Hoffman, Lael Brodsky, Jan and Jim Showers, John and Jennifer Eagle, Sheryl and Eric Maas, Sharon Young and Elisa Summers.

Chiles en Nogada with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven

Chef Ricardo Munoz Zurita from Mexico City’s Azul Condesa paired one of the most iconic dishes in Mexican cuisine, Chiles en Nogada with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Discover more select chef pairings by top chefs from the U.S and Mexico here.

Tequila Casa Dragones and Commune Celebrate Modern Architecture in Los Angeles

Tequila Casa Dragones was thrilled to join Pam Shamshiri of LA-based design studio Commune to celebrate the reveal of her new home in Laurel Canyon Hills, California to an intimate group of friends. Guest included co-founder of Commune Pam Shamshiri, co-founder and CEO of Casa Dragones Bertha González Nieves, artist Doug Aitken, Lily Johnson White and Sandy White, Megan Conway, Laurence Lowe, Becca Parrish, and Lauren Fonda, among others.

Designed by early modernist architect, Rudolph Schindler, Shamshiri’s stunning Lechner House served as an elegant backdrop for guests to enjoy Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila and Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks, while taking in breathtaking sunset views.

It was an elegant evening honoring the movement of modern architecture in America, and Casa Dragones was proud to be a part of it.

The Official Tequila of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants

Tequila Casa Dragones was very proud to be the Official Tequila of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants, held for the very first time in Mexico City, honoring the finest chefs and restaurants in Latin America. This year, Casa Dragones was served at the honorary Chefs Feast the day before the awards ceremony, held at Club de Banqueros. Tequila Casa Dragones Joven was paired with a tantalizing red snapper, shrimp, scallops and octopus appetizer, complimented with strawberries, passion fruit and chili.

During the award ceremony held at Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso, Casa Dragones was displayed at an exclusive bar, where Latin America’s culinary elite celebrated their wins by enjoying Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila and Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks.

Congratulations to all the winners, and especially to our Mexican friends who took home awards, including Enrique Olvera of Pujol, Jorge Vallejo of Quintonil, Elena Reygadas of Rosetta, Martha Ortiz of Dulce Patria, Chapa Mikel Alonso, Gerard Bellver and Bruno Oteiza of Biko, Guillermo González Beristán of Pangea, Juan Pareja of Amaranta, Edgar Núñez of Sud 777, Eduardo García of Maximo Bistrot, and Gerardo Vázquez Lugo of Nicos. Casa Dragones was honored to take part in this historic event celebrating Mexican culinary excellence.

Tequila Casa Dragones at Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurant’s Chefs Feast

To celebrate the best chefs in Latin America and Mexican culinary excellence, Casa Dragones Joven was served at Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurant’s Chefs Feast at the magnificent Club de Banqueros in Mexico City.  The Latin culinary world’s finest enjoyed Tequila Casa Dragones Joven paired with ceviche made with red snapper, shrimp, scallops and octopus, complimented with strawberries and chili. 

The celebration continues tonight as the 50 Best Latin American Restaurants awards are announced.

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Mesaredonda

Tequila Casa Dragones joined Mesamerica in Mexico City at the Museo Nacional de Antropología for MesaRedonda, a round table discussion on contemporary gastronomy. Topics discussed included sustainability, maintaining traditions and farmlands. Panelists included Chef Michael Bras of Bras Restaurant, Chef Wylie Dufresne of Alder, Chef Alex Ruiz of Casa Oaxaca, Nicola Twilley, Editor of Edible Geography, Soledad Barruti, and journalist Ruth Reichl. Mesamerica is Mexico’s premier gastronomic festival, founded by renowned chef Enrique Olvera.

Sipping Tequila at iHeartRadio Music Festival

Tequila Casa Dragones spent an artist-infused weekend in Las Vegas at the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2015, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, with an epic 2-night lineup that included Coldplay, Duran Duran, Jennifer Lopez, The Weeknd, Kanye West, The Killers, Nick Jonas, Demi Lovato, Diplo, and many, many more. VIP guests of iHeart Media CEO and Casa Dragones Co-Founder Bob Pittman enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks on the VIP platform while enjoying a stellar view of both shows.

Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants

Gearing up to celebrate Latin American culinary excellence next week at the ‪#‎LatAm50Best‬ with Casa Dragones, the beloved tequila of the culinary industry. Discover more here.

Mexico’s Independence Day with Tequila Casa Dragones

On September 15th, Tequila Casa Dragones joined the Mexican Consul General of New York, Ambassador Sandra Fuentes-Berain, for an intimate evening atop New York’s Empire State Building in honor of Mexico’s 205th Anniversary. Guests including Bob Pittman, CEO of iheartMedia and Bertha González-Nieves, CEO of Tequila Casa Dragones, enjoyed Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila and canapés from La Palapa, as Ambassador Sandra Fuentes-Berain held the Mexican flag and exclaimed “El Grito”, the official cry of Mexican Independence. The highlight of the evening was at sundown, as the Empire State Building, one of the most famous buildings in the world, was illuminated green, white and red, the official patriotic colors of Mexico.

Historic Ride to San Miguel de Allende

For the third year in a row and to kick off Mexico’s Independence Day celebrations, Casa Dragones joined the “Cabalgata Histórica,” one of the most unique events to celebrate Mexico’s Independence. Over three days, the “Cabalgata Histórica” begins each year in the city of Queretaro and ends in our spiritual home of San Miguel de Allende. This historic horseback ride commemorates the moment that Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, insurgent and supporter of the Mexican War of Independence, informed Miguel Hidalgo, Juan Aldama, and Ignacio Allende, captain of the Dragones of San Miguel, that their plans to start the movement of independence had been discovered.

Casa Dragones is inspired by the courage and independent spirit of the legendary Dragones of San Miguel de Allende.

Viva Mexico!

Tequila Casa Dragones Joins the 2015 Highline Art Dinner

Tequila Casa Dragones joined some of New York’s most influential supporters from the worlds of art, design, architecture, entertainment, real estate, fashion, and philanthropy for the 2015 Highline Art Dinner. Guests including Robert Hammond, Catie and Don Marron, Olafur Eliasson, Cecilia Dean, Nari Ward, Cecilia Alemani, Pippa Cohen, Zoe Buckman, Sarah Sze, Jose Parla, Dorothy Lichtenstein, Josh Lucas, Hermione and David Heller, Shelley Fox Aarons, Phil Aarons, Terence Koh, and Nir Hod enjoyed a beautiful evening to celebrate High Line Art’s commitment to expanding the role of contemporary art in the life of public spaces.

Honey Dragon Margarita

Tequila Casa Dragones marks the end of summer with the Honey Dragon Margarita, an autumn-inspired craft cocktail made exclusively for Neiman Marcus by Caterina Miltenberger of Glazers with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. This signature craft cocktail is available during the month of September at select Neiman Marcus restaurants.

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Celebrate Mexico’s Independence

Many people are familiar with the story of Hidalgo and Mexican Independence Day of 1810. But little is known of the men who helped spark that movement in the late 1700’s. At that time, San Miguel de Allende was situated at the crossroads of the lucrative silver trade in Mexico. The Dragones of San Miguel, an elite cavalry of the Queen’s army who had been in Mexico for four generations, garnered much influence and power in business and trade throughout the region. The Dragones eventually formed alliances with influential leaders in the church, including Hildalgo, to seek independence from Spain. General Ignacio Allende, head of the cavalry and leader of the Dragones, worked closely with Hidalgo to spark the movement of Mexican Independence. On September 15th, 1810, Hidalgo notoriously rang the bell and exclaimed El Grito! marking the beginning of Mexico’s Independence Movement.

Today, 205 years later, Tequila Casa Dragones is inspired by this remarkable history. This year, celebrate your spirit of independence on September 15^th by serving Casa Dragones Joven at your dinner party or as an elegant toast. Viva Mexico!

Creating Exquisite Pairings with Casa Dragones Joven

At Moxi Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende, renowned Mexican chefs Enrique Olvera and Alejandro Ruiz created an exquisite and original multi-course dinner paired with Casa Dragones Joven as part of their collaborative Supper Club menu. Hotel Matilda hosts the Supper Club at Moxi several times a year, bringing guest chefs to cook with Chef Enrique Olvera, who enjoys international recognition for his restaurant, Pujol, which holds the #16 spot on the San Pellegrino list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.

Guest Chef Alejandro Ruiz is widely known as the authority on Oaxacan cuisine, and his dining room in the Casa Oaxaca Hotel earned a spot on the 2014 San Pellegrino list of the 50 Best Restaurants of Latin America.

The two leading chefs created an imaginative culinary experience for their guests, pairing Casa Dragones Joven with Creamy Coconut, Nicuatole and Lemon Granita.

Mexico Meets New York City

This month, New York City’s Please Don’t Tell (PDT), widely known as one of the best cocktail bars in the United States, welcomed one of Mexico’s premier mixologists, Oscar Valle, for an unprecedented collaboration of creativity with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco.

In recognition of his contribution to Mexican mixology, Oscar Valle, lead bartender at Mexico City’s Limantour Roma, was invited to join PDT’s Jeff Bell, one of four finalists for American Bartender of the Year, to craft signature cocktails inspired by Mexican motifs, exclusively with Casa Dragones Blanco.

The results were truly astonishing. Bringing the spirit of Mexico to PDT, the bar recognized in 2011 by Drinks International as the World’s Best Cocktail Bar, Valle and Bell developed three signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails: the Cupaima, with ancho reyes liquor and nopal bitters, Green Soup with parsley, sherry and lime juice, and Cielo Rojo with hibiscus, mole bitters and grasshoppers!

With one location in Roma Norte and another in Polanco, Limantour celebrates five years as one of Mexico City’s leading cocktail bars, having gained international acclaim when it earned the 47^th spot on “The World’s 50 Best Bars Awards” ‘list in 2014. Please Don’t Tell (PDT) maintains its presence as one of the world’s most famous bars by keeping its location a secret.

Playing with Craftsmanship

In honor of handmade luxury and craftsmanship, Casa Dragones proudly participated in a competition of stylish proportions. Hosted by Natasha Esch and Matt Coffin, this year’s fourth annual Backgammon Tournament at MONC XIII featured games played over artisanal, bespoke backgammon boards designed by Geoffrey Parker. Guests nurtured their competitive spirit while sipping Tequila Casa Dragones Joven, and enjoying cocktails featuring Casa Dragones Blanco. Catering by Moby’s rounded out an elegant night in Sag Harbor. Until next year!

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The Jamming Sessions: Miami

Last week, Casa Dragones Blanco held its first Miami Jamming Session at The Rum Line at Loews Miami Beach, hosted by The Rum Line’s master mixologist Rob Ferrara, who greeted guests with his delicious “Mi Casa es Su Casa” cocktail. Previous Jamming Sessions were in San Miguel de Allende and New York.

Casa Dragones Jamming Sessions invite industry experts to jam together, spontaneously creating one-of-a-kind, signature cocktails using fresh local ingredients. During the Miami Jamming Session, five of Miami’s top mixologists competed against one another for the best Casa Dragones Blanco signature cocktail.

The competition began with Gui from The Broken Shaker, who created the “A Rose By Any Other Name” cocktail inspired by the tasting notes of Casa Dragones Blanco. Next up was Anna from Coyo Taco who crafted the ”Anna Bananna Paleta Rita,” a fun and playful fusion of Casa Dragones Blanco and a lemon popsicle. The second group included Bryan of Bodega who made the“Pico y Picante” and Richard of Prime Fish who made the “Dragon Slayer,” inspired by the hot and humid Miami weather. The last contestant was Isaac of Repour with the winning cocktail,“I’m in Love with A Mojo,” a refreshing mixture of mojito jam and coconut syrup.

The judging panel included Fred Gonzalez of The Miami Herald, Laine Doss of Miami New Times and Gio Gutierrez of ChatChow TV.

These brand new signature cocktails will each be available to taste at the participating bartenders establishments. We’re looking forward to more Casa Dragones Blanco Jamming Sessions in the near future.

National Tequila Day

Celebrate this year’s National Tequila Day on July 24^th the elegant way: with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven or Casa Dragones Blanco. Create a sophisticated pairing with the World’s Best Sipping Tequila, or craft your own signature cocktail with the pure essence of agave.

Try the Pink Panther, crafted by James Beard Award winner, Jim Meehan, and award-winning chef Enrique Olvera. This refreshing mixture of grapefruit juice, agave syrup and Orchard Street Celery Shrub accentuates the citrus notes found in Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco.

Order Tequila Casa Dragones Joven or Blanco online today and get ready to celebrate in style.

The Perfect Earth Project

The Perfect Earth Project founder Edwina von Gal kicked off her summer Grass Roots event series with Casa Dragones this past July 4th weekend. A non-profit organization, Perfect Earth Project advocates toxin-free lawn and landscape management and leverages its grassroots movements to reach its goal of 40 million acres of toxin-free lawns within 10 years. This inaugural Hamptons effort, hosted at Kerstin and Will Meyer’s certified “PRFCT” home on Accabonac Harbor, featured Casa Dragones Joven specially paired with East Coast oysters and Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks garnished with local Springs edible flowers. Guests included Kim Catrall, Cindy Sherman, Brad Johns, Athena Calderone, Lincoln Pilcher, and Carolyn Murphy among others.

Casa Dragones is delighted to support the project and help raise awareness about the importance of toxin-free environments. For more information click here.

Aspen After Hours

For the fifth year in a row, Casa Dragones hosted what has become one of the most highly anticipated parties of the Aspen Food & Wine Classic. Top chefs, media and industry insiders such as Michelle Bernstein, Gail Simmons, Eric Ripert, George Mendes, Michael White and Drew Nieporent gathered around a striking display of Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila paired with an extraordinary selection of oysters by Caribou Club. The bright, crisp, citrus notes of Casa Dragones Joven paired beautifully with the creamy, briny flavors of the oysters, allowing guests to share in a moment of pure indulgence.

Adding to the excitement, celebrity chef Scott Conant and award-winning mixologist Jim Meehan of PDT collaborated during a jamming session, in which they joined together to create an original Casa Dragones Blanco cocktail inspired by summers on the Italian coast. A variety of specialty ingredients were provided for Conant and Meehan to spontaneously craft a cocktail featuring Casa Dragones Blanco along with aperitif, basil leaf and rosé, which they named “Miranda.”

In between taking photo booth snaps and dancing to DJ Rawdon’s music selections, guests tasted flavorful bites from the Caribou Club such as bison sliders, spicy tuna & crispy rice, lobster rolls and truffle fries.

Until next year!

Dragones Rocks

The Judd Foundation recently debuted its much anticipated “Make Art, Not Pipelines: Get in on the Ground Floor” exhibit to the public. Donald Judd’s restored home, at its iconic 101 Spring Street location, stands as an acclamation of Judd’s influence on the 1970s SoHo art movement. The inaugural exhibit features two electrifying works by Dan Flavin, a friend of Judd and fellow minimalist, whose famed installations feature bold blocks of fluorescent lights. Tequila Casa Dragones, well acquainted with the art of pairing, embraced the minimalist focus and served its classic Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks for guests at the exclusive opening.

The showcase will run through September 19 and is free for public viewing on Fridays and Saturdays from 1-5:30pm.

SMART Festival 2015

Art and events in San Miguel de Allende

Each summer, our hometown of San Miguel de Allende hosts SMART, a dynamic and visionary art festival featuring art exhibitions, culinary events, and art tours. This year, as the featured event Casa Dragones hosted a talk at La Casa Dragones, where Patrick Charpenel, internationally renowned curator and former director of Museo Jumex, discussed the life and work of acclaimed artist Danh Vo.

During the event, guests including Betsabee Romero, Bruce James, Santiago Carbonell, Mireya Escalante and Ricardo Garrido sipped on Casa Dragones Joven while learning about the illustrious career of Danh Vo, whose recent work includes the curation of the famed Venice 2015 exhibit Slip of The Tongue and the installation of the Danish Pavilion at the Venice Biennale 2015, entitled mothertongue.

During this event, the Danh Vo Special Edition of Casa Dragones Joven was also introduced. Vo designed these special edition bottles especially for the two unique exhibitions surrounding the 2015 Venice Biennale. Casa Dragones Joven Special Edition bottles feature calligraphy directed by the artist, and executed by the artist’s father, Phung Vo, whose elegant calligraphy is prevalent in Vo’s art.

Special Edition bottles are available exclusively for sale at the Museum Shop in Punta Della Dogana, Venice, at the Danish Pavilion, Venice and participating galleries representing Vo’s work. For more information, contact SpecialEdition@CasaDragones.com

The Importance of Ice – Part 1

By Jim Meehan, mixologist, James Beard Award Winner

Quite simply, a cocktail is composed of four elements: liquid, glass, ice and oftentimes a garnish. Those who prefer to savor a spirit on it’s own are faced with three of the four building blocks: either liquid and glassware alone or with ice. Many would concede the liquid as the most important element, but before writing off the other elements, it’s important to concede that we evaluate our food and drink with our eyes first.

It’s basic human instinct to appraise what we eat and drink with our sense of sight, to both ensure what we’re ingesting looks safe and enticing from an aesthetic perspective. The next sense we use is smell: to verify the absence of off-odors, and prepare our next sense; taste, for what’s to come. Most poisons have a bitter flavor, which is why we taste bitterness at the back of our tongue: before we swallow something potentially dangerous.

None of us would put something hideous or harmful in our mouth, and all of us are naturally drawn to aesthetically pleasing and aromatically inviting food and drink. While food and beverage serve as fuel to keep us alive, alcohol is something we ingest for hedonistic purposes only; either formally or casually. While the enjoyment of beer and wine benefits from service in the appropriate glassware, ice is typically reserved for the appreciation of spirits and cocktails.

From a purely functional perspective, ice cools spirits and cocktails and dilutes them as it melts. Dilution can be controlled, as it is by bartenders who shake or stir a cocktail using ice that is either withheld from the final mixture when served straight up, or poured over fresh ice, which will continue to keep the mixture cool, but further dilutes it as it sits. The addition of water through dilution makes a spirit more quaffable, and brings out flavor nuances that are undetectable at full strength.

The aroma and flavor of a cocktail or spirit varies based on the temperature and strength which it’s served, which is why neat spirits are so powerful: at full strength, the warmer they are: the more volatile their aroma.  Spirits connoisseurs tend to prefer to sip their spirits neat, with a splash of water, or over ice; but the size and quality of the ice was rarely taken into consideration in the West until recently.

Stay tuned for The Importance of Ice – Part 2 as Jim Meehan talks about the history of ice in Japan.

The Importance of Ice – Part 2

By Jim Meehan, mixologist, James Beard award winner

In Japan, ice is delivered in blocks and cut by hand before service: commercial ice makers are seldom employed in bars. Each piece is transferred from a freezer to a hinoki wood bowl to allow it to temper (warm up so it doesn’t crack when it’s combined with room temperature liquids) and defrost before service. Cocktails and spirits (mainly whisky) are served over hand-carved spheres, crystal clear cubes, and even diamonds in traditional cocktail bars.

Following in the footsteps of Japanese bartenders who’ve mopped up international cocktail competitions and garnered thousands of views on YouTube, dozens of bars across the U.S. have invested in Clinebell ice machines, which ice sculptors rely on to produce large clear blocks of ice to cut down into cubes and spears for long drinks. Besides their jewel-like beauty, clear blocks of ice melt more slowly than cloudy ice so you can savor your drink before dilution claims it’s character.

In the video, you’ll see second-generation ice sculptor Shintaro Okamoto breaking down 300 pound blocks of ice into clear cubes, spears and spheres for local bars and restaurants such as PDT and Gramercy Tavern. Don Lee, who founded the bar program at Momofuku, urged Okamoto to develop a service for bars back in 2009, and clear ice has become standard in top cocktail bars in New York City ever since.

Most of us lack the time, space and resources that the countries top cocktail bars and ice studios have allocated for ice, but fret not: you can make nearly perfect ice at home. Online stores and shops dedicated to cocktails, such as Cocktail Kingdom, sell molds for cubes, spears and spheres, along with tappers, mallets, ice bags and picks to prepare pro-quality ice for drinks in your home.

Stay tuned for the last installment of James Beard award winning mixologist Jim Meehan’s The Importance of Ice.

The Importance of Ice – Part 3

By Jim Meehan, mixologist, James Beard award winner

Most of us lack the time, space and resources that the countries top cocktail bars and ice studios have allocated for ice, but fret not: you can make nearly perfect ice at home.  Online stores and shops dedicated to cocktails, such as Cocktail Kingdom, sell molds for cubes, spears and spheres, along with tappers, mallets, ice bags and picks to prepare pro-quality ice for drinks in your home.

The technique is somewhat simple: cool warm filtered water (which has less gas and particular matter trapped in it than cold water from the tap) and add it to an insulated cooler.  Place the cooler in your freezer and pull it out just before it freezes all the way: the top layer will contain impurities, which would be trapped if you froze it solid, and lead to cloudy ice.

After you’ve allowed the block to temper, extract the block and break it down by scoring it along a line you’d like your cubes sized with a knife (preferably a sturdy soba or chef’s knife), followed by tapping it with a multi pronged ice pick and a rubber mallet.  If this seems excessive, you can forgo perfectly clear ice for blocks by using custom molds: set your freezer to a higher setting, as the longer it takes to freeze the water, the more gas and impurities will be displaced.

Seemingly fussy to some, think of the time and care that goes into mixing a perfectly balanced cocktail or distilling a world-class spirit: why would you compromise its integrity when it comes to presentation?  While thin-rimmed crystal tumblers and large clear cubes are associated with whisky more than any other spirit, white spirits such as Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila benefit greatly from clear ice, as the bright liquid disappears; allowing you to focus on it’s heady taste and aromatics.

Salud!
Jim Meehan

Your One-of-a-Kind Father

Deserves a one-of-a-kind gift

Your father is one of a kind. Show your appreciation by giving him a personalized, one-of-a-kind gift for Father’s Day. You can now order a personalized bottle of Casa Dragones Joven with your father’s name or a brief message beautifully scripted by an expert calligrapher on the label. Order online here or contact Sherry Lehmann Wine & Spirits at 212-838-7500.

This unique and memorable gift makes is sure to make a statement that the world’s best dad deserves only the best.

Enticer

#DragonesRocks Sag Harbor

Casa Dragones set sail for summer aboard the Enticer, a beautifully restored 1935 Trumpy Motor Yacht, last Friday night in Sag Harbor, New York. Bob Pittman, Bertha Gonzalez and GQ Editor-at-Large Michael Hainey hosted an intimate evening with friends to celebrate all things summer.  Guests including Jane Buffett, Todd Bernstein, Nate Storey and Mary Margaret Trousdale, enjoyed Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila paired with a delicious selection of oysters and raw bar from Moby’s, East Hampton.

DJ Rawdon set the mood with music as guests toasted the sunset with Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks with a twist of grapefruit, a refreshing way to enjoy the true essence of agave. It was the perfect setting to enjoy good friends, great food and of course, The World’s Best Sipping Tequila.

Danh Vo Special Edition

Punta della dogana – Pinault collection 2015

Casa Dragones is thrilled to announce our collaboration with the internationally acclaimed artist Danh Vo, in two Special Edition bottles designed especially for two unique exhibitions surrounding the 2015 Venice Biennale. Both Special Edition bottles feature calligraphy directed by the artist, and executed by the artist’s father, Phung Vo, whose elegant calligraphy is prevalent in Vo’s art.

According to ArtNet News, “when Danh Vo was asked to be the first artist to curate an exhibition at Venice’s Punta della Dogana (run by the Pinault Collection, as is the Palazzo Grassi), his first thought was tequila.”

To celebrate the Special Edition and the exhibition opening, Casa Dragones Joven was poured at the sensational dinner hosted by Francois Pinault in honor of the artists and curators. The dinner began with glasses of Casa Dragones being served at the magnificent Hotel Bauer, where Mexican craftsmanship met Italian sophistication while overlooking the incomparable views of the Punta Della Dogana. Late night revelry continued as artists, collectors and newly-inaugurated European tequila lovers enjoyed their first time with Casa Dragones.

The first exhibition, Vo’s Slip of the Tongue at Palazzo Grassi – Punta Della Dogana – Pinault Collection, marks the first time an artist has been selected to curate for Punta Della Dogana in Venice. The second exhibit will be at the Venice Biennale’s Danish Pavilion, where Vo is the featured artist.

For this first Special Edition, 150 Casa Dragones Joven bottles have been hand-inscribed with the exhibition title, Slip of the Tongue, uniting each untitled piece under the umbrella of Vo’s curated collection, in collaboration with curator, Caroline Bourgeois. Special Edition bottles are available in Punta Della Dogana – Pinault Collection museum store. They are also available exclusively through Casa Dragones Concierge. For information, please contact Concierge@CasaDragones.com

The origin of our collaboration is both remarkable and fitting. Danh Vo, who was born in South Vietnam and later settled in Denmark with his family in 1979, has recently chosen to reside in Mexico City, and shares a passion for Mexico that extends to Casa Dragones. We are honored and thrilled to be part of the artistic curation of the Venice Biennale 2015.

Frieze New York

The Art and the after-party

Casa Dragones was very proud to once again take part in Frieze New York, one of the world’s leading contemporary art fairs, which takes place on Randall’s Island in New York.

During the fair, gallerists, art connoisseurs and tequila lovers stopped by Frankies Spuntino to enjoy the refreshing Rosal, a signature craft cocktail made with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, dry vermouth, Combier Pamplemousse, and Campari.

To honor the participating galleries, Tequila Casa Dragones joined forces with The Founders ofFrieze Art Fair to host their Exhibitors Party at Hotel Americano, where guests danced to DJ Matthew Slotover’s tunes while enjoying Casa Dragones Blanco, on the rocks with a twist of grapefruit.

This year, Frieze New York featured over 190 of the most dynamic galleries including New York’s Gagosian Gallery,  Marian Goodman Gallery, Travesia Cuatro and many more. Featured artists included Danh Vo, Milena Muzquiz, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Jeff Koons, and Cy Twombly among others.

For more information about Frieze New York click here.

Danh Vo Special Edition

Venice Biennale 2015

Often inspired by the landscape of his locale, Danish-Vietnamese artist Danh Vo, who currently resides in Mexico, was inspired by the tradition and spirit of Casa Dragones and our shared passion for Mexican culture and the arts.

As part of his installation of mothertongue at the Danish Pavilion at La Biennale di Venezia, 56th International Art Exhibition, Danh Vo deliberately places a bottle of Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila on a 1949 Danish wooden table inlaid with 30 silver coins.

Casa Dragones hosted a party honoring the exhibition at the Danish Pavillion, where guests, artists and curators including Danh Vo, Suzanne Ghez, Marian Goodman, Mauricio Guillén and Rirkrit Tiravanija enjoyed Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks.

“Danh Vo is one of the most important and innovative figures on the international art scene,” says the Danish Arts Foundation’s Committee for Visual Arts Project Funding, who selected the Vo to represent Denmark at this year’s Venice Biennale.

To celebrate this remarkable curation, Casa Dragones and Danh Vo have created a new Special Edition 56th Venice Biennale – Danish Pavilion collection. Each bottle is directed by the artist and hand-inscribed with calligraphy by the artist’s father, Phung, whose beautiful calligraphy is often present in his work.

Special Edition bottles are available for sale at the Danish Pavilion and participating galleries representing Vo’s work.  For more information, contact SpecialEdition@CasaDragones.com

Featured on Top Chef 2015

As the preferred tequila of top chefs and the culinary community, Casa Dragones was featured on the three-episode Season Finale of Bravo’s Top Chef, filmed entirely in our hometown of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.

The finale began with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco signature cocktails crafted by Mexico’s top mixologists Osvaldo Vazquez and Moises Sierra. Challengers and judges Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons and Padma Lakshmi enjoyed the Pink Panther and the Mexci Dragones as they took in the sights of San Miguel de Allende.

During the dinners, challengers showcased their culinary expertise with exciting dishes paired with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. The final dinner was hosted in Chef Donnie Masterton’s The Restaurant and at Cent’anni, where finalists Mei Lin and Gregory Gourdet created Mexican-inspired dishes including Congee Carnitas, Braised Duck with Huitlacoche, Short Ribs Mole and Striped Bass with Tomatillo, all served with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven. Celebrity guest judges included Enrique Olvera, Hugh Acheson, Richard Blais, Sean Brock, Michael Cimarusti, Matteo Salas, Traci Des Jardins and Gavin Kaysen.

When not in the kitchen or at the judging table, challengers and judges visited La Casa Dragones, where they enjoyed a tasting and presentation on the innovative process and craft techniques that result in our signature tasting tequilas. To get the Top Chef experience, visit us in San Miguel de Allende and reserve your private tour of La Casa Dragones by contacting us at Tours@CasaDragones.com.

We’re thrilled that Tequila Casa Dragones was selected for this year’s Top Chef Season Finale, and very proud that San Miguel de Allende and Mexican cuisine have gained recognition on the international culinary stage.

Mexico City’s Contemporary Art Fair

Zona Maco, Latin America’s premier contemporary art fair kicked off the first week of February in Mexico City, featuring 120 galleries from 22 countries around the world. Once again, Tequila Casa Dragones took part in many of the fair’s most exciting events, taking a front row seat as the city transformed into an international epicenter of art and design.

The fair began in full swing with the inauguration of Marcel Dzama and Eduardo Sarabia‘s “Campeonato de Guadalajara” at Travesía Cuatro and with Kurimanzutto’s opening of Mexican artist Carlos Amorales’ “El Esplendor Geométrico”. At Kurimanzutto, actor Philippe Eustachon captivated guests with a live performance, while Chef Elena Reygadas delighted with canapés paired with Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks.

The second night at the fair saw dinner at the famed Contramar restaurant in Colonia Roma, hosted by David Zwirner Gallery and Kurimanzutto. Guests, including Zona Maco founder Zelika Garcia, artist Danh Vo, Enrique Norton, Pepe and Monica Manzutto, Eugenio Lopez, Moises and Rafael Micha, and Patrick Charpenel sipped Casa Dragones while enjoying the restaurant’s infamous Tuna Tostadas among other Mexican dishes.

The following day, ArtSpace celebrated its collaboration with artist Jose Davila with a luncheon prepared by Mexican chef Margarita Carrillo, author of Phaidon’s newly published book,“Mexico: The Cookbook” and featuring a delicious ceviche pairing with Casa Dragones Joven.

Other highlights included Danh Vo’s sensational exhibit at Museo Jumex, Gabriel de la Mora at OMR, Simon Fujiwara at Proyectos Monclova and Julius von Bismarck and Julian Charrière at Berlin gallery, Yayoi Kusama at Victoria Miro and an intimate lunch with Kurimanzutto and Tate to celebrate Carlos Amorales.

Casa Dragones was thrilled to be part of this important, internationally renowned event for Mexico, and we look forward to another spectacular fair next year.

To order Tequila Casa Dragones online click here.

Celebrate The New Year in Style

It’s that time of the year. Time to be thankful for the year behind us, and hopeful for the year to come. So why not celebrate with Casa Dragones Sipping Tequila, the most elegant way to ring in the New Year. Find out where to toast to 2015 at a bar or restaurant near you. Or bring the World’s #1 Sipping Tequila to your New Year’s party by contacting our Concierge to order. Our Concierge is available to coordinate all your gifting needs this season.

Happy New Year and Salud!

The #1 Holiday Cocktail

Serve the #1 holiday cocktail at your party or dinner this season. Elegant and refreshing, the Pink Panther is crafted with Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila by renowned chef Enrique Olvera and James Beard Award-winning mixologist Jim Meehan. This delicious cocktail was also selected by Oprah as one of her Favorite Things for 2014. To make your Pink Panther cocktails, get the signature craft cocktail recipe right here.

Contact our Concierge to order Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. We will personally coordinate all your gifting needs this holiday season. Salud!

Give the Holiday Best

This holiday, give the perfect gift of Tequila Casa Dragones Special Edition Holiday Gift Set to discerning friends and family. This Special Edition Gift Set includes two-hand-engraved Riedel tequila glasses, as well as a limited edition bottle of Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila. Personalization is also available.

Make a unique statement with this one-of-a-kind gift and order online here. Or simply contact our Concierge, who can personally coordinate all your gifting needs this holiday season.

Art Basel Miami Beach

Casa Dragones joined artists, celebrities and art patrons at this year’s Art Basel Miami Beach for the fourth year in a row. Amidst the late night revelry and daytime art lectures, Casa Dragones hosted elegant events for VIPs and collectors.

On Tuesday, as part of the VIP Opening Reception, Casa Dragones joined the Art Production Fund Picnic, where founders Yvonne Force Real and Dorren Remen welcomed guests to the Standard Spa in Miami for a picnic-style cocktail party. Guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks and in our signature White Dragon cocktail while lounging on towels by artists James Rosenquist and Glenn Ligon, as part of the Artist Towel Series.

The Art Production Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to commissioning and producing ambitious public art projects, reaching new audiences and expanding awareness through contemporary art.

On Thursday, Casa Dragones joined Dr. Kira and Neil Flanzraich of the Tate Americas Foundation to host over 100 guests at the W Hotel in celebration of Art Basel and Tate Americas Foundation. Casa Dragones Joven was served at an elegant blue bar to guests including Bruce Weber, Colin Cowie, and Christen and Derek Wilson.

The Tate Americas Foundation (formerly known as American Patrons of the Tate) is an independent charity that supports the work of Tate in the United Kingdom. It does this by acquiring works of art – by gift or acquisition – and by raising money to grant to Tate. For over 25 years, this endowment has purchased seminal works by artists including John Baldessari, Louise Bourgeois, Philip Guston, Roni Horn, Joan Jonas, Christian Marclay, Bruce Nauman, Hélio Oiticica, Cy Twombly, Cindy Sherman, David Smith, Jeff Wall and Lawrence Weiner.

Entertain the Possibilities

With the holiday season in full swing, make sure you bring what Epicurious calls, “The Best Blanco Tequila” to your next holiday party.

Served neat or on the rocks, Casa Dragones Blanco, un-aged 100% blue agave silver tequila, makes a statement about your good taste. Find out where to buy here.

Hosting your own holiday party? Entertain the possibilities by crafting your own signature cocktails with Casa Dragones Blanco, designed by some of the country’s most famous mixologists.

A Unique Centerpiece

While many will be bringing wine to this week’s celebrations, show your excellent taste by bringing Casa Dragones Joven, a unique centerpiece for your elegant Thanksgiving dinner party.

For your host who appreciates handcrafted quality, Casa Dragones Joven comes in a beautiful crystal decanter, which is hand-engraved by Mexican artisans. Each limited edition bottle is signed and numbered by hand. So no two bottles are ever the same.

Find out where to buy your unique Thanksgiving gift right here. Or simply contact our Concierge, who can personally handle all your gifting needs this holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Kurimanzutto: Celebrating 15 Years of Contemporary Art

Kurimanzutto, considered by many as Mexico City’s premier art gallery, has been one of the most influential players in Mexico’s contemporary art scene for the past 15 years. This November, in honor of Kurimanzutto’s 15-year anniversary, Kurimanzutto founders Gabriel Kuri and Monica Manzutto hosted an intimate dinner and cocktail party for close friends, artists and contemporary art lovers, held inside the beautiful gallery itself.

To toast to this wonderful night, Casa Dragones Joven was served after the stunning dinner created by Chef Elena Reygadas of Mexico City’s renowned Rosetta Restaurant. Later in the night, guests enjoyed Casa Dragones Blanco signature craft cocktails: The Mecxi Dragones by Ricardo Sandoval and The Pink Panther by Enrique Olvera and Jim Meehan.

Guests and artists included Gabriel Orozco, Damian Ortega and Dr. Lakra, Adrian Villar Rojas, Danh Vo, Gabriel Sierra, Rafael Micha, Rirkrit Tiravanija, Rosario Nadal.

Ballroom Marfa Benefit Gala in New York City

Casa Dragones joined guests Sofia Coppola, Naomi Campbell, Luke Wilson, Martha Stewart, Rainer Judd, Lauren Santo Domingo, Andres Santo Domingo, Reed Krakoff and Co-Founders Fairfax Dorn and Virginia Liebermann for the annual Ballroom Marfa New York Benefit Gala, held in the incredible Prince George Ballroom in New York City.

A benefit auction featuring the works of Maryam Amiryani, Rashid Johnson, Sam Falls, Sue Williams, Dana Shutz, Aaron Curry and many more, was held to support Ballroom Marfa’s innovative programming, securing essential support for the future, and continuing the mission of creating and sharing groundbreaking art and culture locally, nationally and internationally.

Casa Dragones Joven was poured for a special toast to the organizers during dinner. For the cocktail lovers, bartender Frank Stilo crafted the Marfa, My Dear exclusively for the event, made with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, agave nectar and simple syrup.

Graham Reynolds and his 11-piece band, performed the first installment in The Marfa Triptych: The Country & Western Big Band Suite.

Bring Elegance to the Table

This Thanksgiving, bring your host a gift that underscores your good taste with Tequila Casa Dragones Joven, dubbed “The Tastemakers’ Top Tequila”, by Forbes, or Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, voted #1 Blanco Tequila by Epicurious, and named one of Oprah’s Favorite Things for 2014. Tequila Casa Dragones makes a memorable gift, and a stunning addition to any table setting.

Our Concierge is also available to personally coordinate all your gifting needs this holiday season.

Oprah’s Favorite Things 2014

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Start your holiday shopping with Oprah’s favorite tequila, Casa Dragones Blanco, hand-picked by Oprah herself for her famous annual list of holiday gifts.

In the December issue of O, The Oprah Magazine, Oprah writes, “I’m a big fan of Casa Dragones Sipping Tequila, and now a more affordable, cocktail-ready version has arrived. This 100 percent pure blue agave silver tequila is dangerously smooth, especially in my new favorite drinks, the White Dragon and the Pink Panther.”

Make Oprah’s favorite cocktails, the White Dragon and the Pink Panther at home with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. Order Casa Dragones Blanco online here. Or, get free shipping now when you purchase 3 bottles or more at Crush Wine & Spirits, or at Mel & Rose.

Our Concierge is also available to personally coordinate all your gifting needs this holiday season.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Casa Dragones

Día de los Muertos is a rich and joyous event that dates back over 4,000 years. This Mexican tradition honors loved ones combining feasting, dancing and vigils to remember and celebrate those who have passed on.

While the U.S. will be celebrating Halloween this weekend, our hometown of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico will be hosting La Calaca, a 4-day festival of arts and culture celebrating Día de los Muertos (Day Of the Dead). Highlights of the festival will include a visual homage to the Día de los Muertos by artist Spencer Tunick, a 2 and 3-D art exhibition by various artists and a harp concert by international performing artist Andrea Brook.

Celebrate the beauty and mystery of this holiday and toast to Mexican heritage with Tequila Casa Dragones.

Spotlight on Mexico City

The secret is out – as tastemakers continue to discover everything Mexico has to offer, Mexico City is becoming the world’s next ‘it’ destination.

Vogue calls Mexico City “The Coolest Megalopolis in the World.” Next time you visit Mexico City, sip Casa Dragones alongside elegant pairings at some of our favorite locations – Roma’s Contramar, Enrique Olvera’s Pujol, Puebla 109, and Melody Nelson. We also recommend Dulce Patria, Rosetta, and Chapulin.

See more pairings from top Mexico City restaurants, and discover where you can enjoy Casa Dragones in Mexico City.

Artadia Live Auction

Casa Dragones joined art patrons for the 15th Anniversary Benefit Auction for Artadia: The Fund for Art and Dialogue, a national nonprofit that provides artists with unrestricted, merit-based support and fosters connections to a network of opportunities.

Held at the home of Karen and Dennis Mehiel in New York City, guests sipped Tequila Casa Dragones Joven while bidding in a live auction with Sotheby’s auctioneer Gabriela Palmieri featuring works by Cindy Sherman, Bosco Sodi, Luis Gispert, Máximo González and more.

Toast to a New Season

Celebrate the changing of the leaves with new Casa Dragones Blanco craft cocktails, and make this season’s entertaining even more inspired. Try the Red Dragon, garnished with a cinnamon stick, created by Eder Reyes “Soldado” from Mexico City’s Biergarten. Or the Chai House, a spicy cocktail with ginger, cardamom and chai foam created by top Mexican bartender Cesar Ponce “Burrin”.

Order Casa Dragones Blanco online to make your own innovative craft cocktails at home. See all of our cocktail recipes here.

Sipping on the High Line

Guests joined Friends of the High Line for an intimate dinner and Casa Dragones Sipping Tequila on the Diller-von Furstenberg Sundeck above New York’s iconic Chelsea Market.

This year marked the 2^nd annual fundraising event for High Line Art, celebrating Friends of the High Line’s commitment to expanding the role of contemporary art in the life of public spaces and pushing the limits of what public art can be.

Tickets from this year’s event support a monumental site-specific installation on the just-opened High Line at the Rail Yards by world-renowned artist Adrián Villar Rojas, now open until Summer 2015.

Curated by Cecilia Alemani, the Donald R. Mullen, Jr. Curator & Director of High Line Art, and produced by Friends of the High Line, High Line Art invites artists to think
of creative ways to engage with the uniqueness of the architecture, history, and design of the High Line.

Grand Opening of Hotel Cacao

The team behind San Miguel de Allende’s renowned Hotel Matilda takes its vision to Playa del Carmen with the newly-opened Hotel Cacao in beautiful Playa del Carmen.

Casa Dragones joined guests Spook and Grey Stream, Cornerstone Co-founder Bruce James, Diego Hernandez Baquedano, and Lorenzo Ruiz to celebrate the hotel’s opening with a refreshing cucumber cocktail made with Casa Dragones Blanco.

Immersing in the hotel’s casual “hippie chic” style, guests can relax at the rooftop bar, with breathtaking views of the Caribbean, sipping Casa Dragones alongside authentic Mexican dishes from Chef Alejandro Cuatepotzo.

A Historic Ride Through Mexico

To kick off Mexico’s Independence Day celebrations, Casa Dragones once again joined the “Cabalgata Histórica,” one of the most unique and picturesque events in Mexico.

Beginning in Queretero and ending in San Miguel de Allende, The “Cabalgata Histórica” is a historic horseback ride commemorating the moment that Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, insurgent and supporter of the Mexican War of Independence, informed Miguel Hidalgo, Juan Aldama, and Ignacio Allende, captain of the Dragones of San Miguel, that their plans to start the movement of independence had been discovered.

Soon after, Allende, Aldama, Hidalgo and the Dragones rode on this historic path to Dolores to officially start the war of Independence with “El Grito de Independencia.”

Casa Dragones is inspired by the independent spirit of the legendary Dragones of San Miguel de Allende, paying homage to Mexican Independence Day with the “16” on each of our bottles. Learn more about the history of Casa Dragones in San Miguel de Allende here.

Celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day

Tequila Casa Dragones is inspired by the independent spirit of the Dragones from San Miguel de Allende. This elite cavalry, led by General Ignacio Allende, sparked Mexico’s independence movement. This September 15th, on Mexico’s Independence Day, celebrate your spirit of independence with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, rated the #1 Blanco tequila by Epicurious. Discover the San Miguel, Mecxi Dragones and the White Dragon, three original cocktails crafted in honor of Mexico’s Independence Day.

Contact our Concierge to find out where to buy Casa Dragones Blanco in New York, California, and Nevada at concierge@casadragones.com or order online.

¡Viva México!

Black And Blanco

To continue its nationwide debut, Casa Dragones Blanco hosted “Black & Blanco,” the exclusive afterparty for Taste of the Nation South Florida.

Chef/Owner Josh Capon served signature snacks at Lure Fishbar at Lowe’s Miami Beach, while head mixologist Rob Ferrara created three special cocktails with Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco: Mexican State of Mind, Pass the Dutchie, and I Got 5 On It.

Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation^® is the nation’s premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists — all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.

Mixing at the Food And Wine Classic

For the fourth year in a row, Casa Dragones hosted what has become known as the premier closing party of the Aspen Food & Wine Classic. This year, the culinary industry’s finest joined together in celebration of the first batch of Casa Dragones Blanco at the Dancing Bear Rooftop and danced the night away to a spectacular set by DJ Rawdon.

Mixologist Jim Meehan of PDT and Sean Kenyon of Williams & Graham commanded the bar, crafting three signature Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails: La Sandía Picante, La Batanga Alpino, and the San Miguel. Notable guests included chefs Marcus Samuelsson (Red Rooster, Harlem), Michael Chiarello (Coqueta, SF), Scott Conant (Scarpetta), Jonathan Waxman (Barbuto, NY), Ming Tsai (host of East Meets West on the Food Network), George Mendes (Aldea, NY), Curtis Stone (Maude, LA), Paul Kahan (Blackbird, Chicago), and beverage luminaries such as mixologist Dave Arnold (Booker & Dax, NY).

As a special treat, guests also enjoyed an exceptional selection of oysters, hand-selected to be paired with Casa Dragones Joven Sipping Tequila by Chef Adam Christopher Norwig of Aspen’s Caribou Club.

You can also check out the photo booth pictures here and the Facebook album here. Let the countdown to next year begin!

Celebrating Cy Twombly

It’s only fitting that the late artist Cy Twombly’s first exhibit in Latin America be showcased inside Mexico City’s Museo Jumex, Latin America’s largest private collection of contemporary art.

Organized by Fundación Jumex and curated by Julie Sylvester and Philip Larratt-Smith, Cy Twombly: Paradise is a comprehensive exhibition of more than sixty of Twombly’s works from 1951 to 2011, including several pieces that will be displayed for the first time.

In 2009, Casa Dragones joined Cy Twombly to celebrate the Gagosian Gallery in Athens’ inagural exhibition, Twombly’s “Leaving Paphos Ringed With Waves.”

Top Chefs And Bartenders Aboard the Freedom Yacht

A warm, New York summer night became the ideal backdrop for our second jamming session celebrating the first batch of Casa Dragones Blanco hosted by Co-Founders Bertha González Nieves and Bob Pittman aboard the Freedom Yacht. Restored to perfection, the sister ship of the U.S.S. Sequoia Presidential Yacht is an elegant 1930’s yacht that shares our passion for craftsmanship.

Taking inspiration from musical jamming sessions, world class chefs and bartenders were teamed up to create spontaneous cocktails, using one constant ingredient: Casa Dragones Blanco. Inspired by its refined taste and crisp notes, the teams crafted innovative cocktails using fresh, seasonal produce and specialty ingredients.

Pioneers in molecular gastronomy; Mexico’s Chef Enrique Olvera of the restaurant Pujol and mixologist Dave Arnold of Booker & Dax took to the bar to craft the Cilantro Margarita; a new take on the traditional cocktail, with an innovative twist using liquid nitrogen.

Frank Falcinelli and Frank Castronovo from New York’s restaurant Frankies Spuntino and Sasha Petraske from Milk & Honey teamed up to craft the Freedom Charter, a cocktail using muddled nectarines complimented by lime juice and Aleppo pepper.

James Beard Award winner and mastermind of Please Don’t Tell (PDT), Jim Meehan joined Chef Jamie Bissonnette from Coppa to take on the traditional Rebujito, elevating it with a made on-site lemon balm syrup and sherry.

The atmosphere on board was electrifying and filled with creativity and inspiration. Guests partied into the night and enjoyed these new and unique Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails.

On The Streets of San Miguel

How can you make the #1 City in the World even better? Just add art.

Renowned street artists let loose, creating one-of-a-kind artworks along the cobblestone streets our historic hometown, featuring a larger than life mural from Eduardo Kobra, visible for a limited time only.

Each summer, our hometown of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico comes alive for the dynamic and visionary “San Miguel Art” festival. Celebrating its third year, SMART allows residents, visitors and artists the unique opportunity to mingle for innovative exhibits, dinners, parties and more, hosted by some of our favorite boutique hotels – Hotel Matilda, Dos Casas, and L’Otel.

Introducing our First Batch to Friends and Family

Casa Dragones Co-Founder Bertha González Nieves hosted an intimate gathering in New York City to debut Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco to friends and family.

Bertha and Co-Founder Bob Pittman took the floor to share the story of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco, and the evolution, while P.D.T. Owner Jim Meehan mixed his signature White Dragon, Michelada Primaverde, and San Miguel cocktails.

The First Edition of Casa Dragones Blanco, a special release of the first batches produced in 2014 is now available for pre-order. To pre-order a bottle, email preorder@casadragones.com.

Toasting this Year’s James Beard Awards Winners

For the 4th year in a row, Casa Dragones participated in the Gala Reception for the prestigious James Beard Foundation Awards at New York City’s Lincoln Center Theater.

Jim Meehan of PDT, a previous James Beard Outsanding Bar Program award winner mixed two signature Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco cocktails: the White Dragon and the San Miguel for guests including Jonathan Waxman,, Leo Robitschek, Beverage Director of the Outstanding Bar Program winner The NoMad Hotel, Ford Fry and others.

Later in the evening, nominees and winners celebrated with Tequila Casa Dragones, including Best Chef New York City April Bloomfield of The Spotted Pig, Chefs David Chang, Rich Torrisi, Mario Carbone at ACME, and the staff of the Bar at the NoMad Hotel, who received the award for Outstanding Bar Program.

Congratulations to all of this year’s winners!

A Toast to Mexican Pride and Heritage

The 5^th of May, or Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Though a national holiday in Mexico, larger celebrations are usually reserved for the more momentous occasion of September 16^th, Mexican Independence Day.

In the U.S., Cinco de Mayo marks one of the most important days of the year to celebrate Mexican culture. This year, celebrate Cinco de Mayo the authentically Mexican way, with a glass of Tequila Casa Dragones Joven, for an elegant toast to Mexican pride and heritage. Find Tequila Casa Dragones at a store near you.

First Edition of Casa Dragones Blanco is Now Available for Pre-Order

Though not yet available in stores, Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco is already making a splash with top bartenders, tastemakers, and press.

Departures calls Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco “Nothing less than transcendent—a luminescent, crystal-clear tequila with an aroma of green apple, grapefruit, honeydew and fresh herbs.”

Our First Edition, a special release of the first batches produced in 2014 is now available for pre-order. To pre-order a First Edition bottle, contact preorder@casadragones.com.

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Top Chefs at the James Beard Awards

Let the countdown to Cinco de Mayo begin.

This year, Casa Dragones will be toasting to Cinco de Mayo with the most discerning palates in the industry at the celebrated 2014 James Beard Awards, arguably the most important event in the American culinary world. Awards include Best Chef, Best New Restaurant, Outstanding Restauranteur, Outstanding Chef and Rising Star Chef of the Year.

Follow us on Instagam and Twitter @casadragones for live updates from inside the James Beard Awards Gala on May 5^th at Lincoln Center in New York.