Tequila Time, Reimagined: Elevated Spirits and Sips to Celebrate National Tequila Day at Home

From Artisan Extra Añejos to Eco-Conscious Cocktail Sachets, These Luxe Picks Bring the Agave Spirit to Your Glass—Alcohol Optional
Batch Tequila Sunrise
Batch Tequila SunrisePhoto Credit: Carnelian Cooks

National Tequila Day is coming in hot on July 24, and whether you’re pouring, shaking, or steeping your celebration, this curated lineup offers something exceptional for every kind of host. These refined tequilas and clever cocktail innovations bring luxury, craftsmanship, and convenience straight to your bar cart—no reservations required.

1. Dulce Vida Tequila: Certified Organic, Unapologetically Authentic

Pineapple Paloma Dulce Vida Tequila
Pineapple Paloma Dulce Vida TequilaPhoto Credit: Dulce Vida Tequila

Hailing from Austin, Texas, and produced in San Ignacio Cerro Gordo at Campanario (NOM 1443), Dulce Vida is tequila distilled to its cleanest core. This USDA-certified organic label uses 100% Blue Weber agave and forgoes additives entirely, offering a pure flavor profile with sustainable credentials. Available in 80- and 100-proof Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo expressions, the brand also features a 100-Proof Extra Añejo for those seeking greater depth.

Its lineup extends into flavor-infused options like Pineapple Jalapeño and Grapefruit, crafted with real fruit, plus ready-to-drink cocktails in sleek Tetra Paks. Margaritas and Palomas have never felt this effortless—or this elevated.

2. Cazcanes No. 7 Extra Añejo: Aged Elegance in a Glass

Cazcanes No. 7 Extra Añejo Bottle
Cazcanes No. 7 Extra Añejo Delivers Barrel-Aged Sophistication with Every SipPhoto Credit: Cazcanes No. 7 Extra Añejo

For a spirit that sips like a fine cognac, reach for Cazcanes No. 7 Extra Añejo. Aged for a minimum of three years, this extra-aged tequila unveils a luxurious layering of dried fruit, spice, vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak—all while preserving the integrity of its agave-forward foundation.

Each pour is the product of meticulous barrel selection and patient aging, resulting in a velvety texture that rewards slow sipping. A collector’s gem and a conversation piece in one hand-blown bottle.

3. Volcan De Mi Tierra: A Rare Tequila with Global Acclaim

Volcan’s Award-Winning Tequilas Capture Summer in Every Sip
Volcan’s Award-Winning Tequilas Capture Summer in Every SipPhoto Credit: Volcan De Mi Tierra

Crafted at Single NOM 1523, Volcan De Mi Tierra is one of only five additive-free tequilas made at a distillery dedicated to a single brand—placing it among the rarest in the category. If you haven’t tried Volcan yet, you likely haven’t tasted craft tequila.

The brand uses three distinct distillation methods, including tahona-milled agave and wild yeast fermentation in open wood tanks, honoring tradition while pushing boundaries. Aged exclusively in new casks—a rarity in tequila—Volcan achieves layered depth without compromising purity.

This year, Volcan’s Blanco and Reposado each earned Double Gold at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, with Blanco shortlisted for Best-in-Class. It’s tequila made with integrity—and it shows in every sip.

4. SAYSO: Tequila Cocktails in a Tea Bag (Yes, Really)

SAYSO’s Cocktail Sachets Turn Tequila Into Instant Artisanal Sips
SAYSO’s Cocktail Sachets Turn Tequila Into Instant Artisanal SipsPhoto Credit: SAYSO

Revolutionizing mixology one sachet at a time, SAYSO offers bar-quality tequila cocktails in a format as easy as brewing tea. The female-founded brand uses patented tea bags filled with real dehydrated ingredients—just steep in cold water, add your favorite tequila, and sip.

Perfect for beach days, rooftop toasts, or packing light, each 8-pack includes options like:

  • Skinny Spicy Margarita – A jalapeño-lime kick that delivers flavor with no fuss.

  • Skinny Margarita Stick Packets – Conveniently portioned without compromising quality.

  • Skinny Cardamom Paloma – A fresh take where grapefruit meets aromatic cardamom.

SAYSO makes it easy to serve premium, mess-free cocktails without a shaker, blender, or bar cart—bringing elevated convenience to every occasion.

5. Ritual Zero Proof Tequila Alternative: Spirit-Free, Flavor-Full

Ritual Zero Proof Tequila Alternative: Spirit-Free, Flavor-Full
Ritual Zero Proof Tequila Alternative: Spirit-Free, Flavor-FullPhoto Credit: Ritual Tequila Alternative

For those going booze-free without sacrificing the ritual, this award-winning non-alcoholic spirit captures tequila’s essence—minus the ABV. Designed as a 1:1 replacement in cocktails, Ritual Tequila Alternative brings earthy blue agave notes, a green pepper nose, and a subtle smoky burn.

It’s perfect for making a clean Margarita, Paloma, or any tequila-based favorite. While it’s not intended for sipping neat, it plays beautifully with sparkling water or in any shaken recipe. With zero alcohol and fewer calories, it’s a mindful choice for anyone seeking balance without blandness.

Skip the bar scene this year—National Tequila Day is best enjoyed on your own terms. Whether you’re reaching for a legacy bottle, a modern mixer, or a spirit-free stunner, these curated options promise luxury in every pour, shake, or steep.

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