🍹Summer’s Favorite Cocktail – Margarita

It’s the season for bold flavors, bright limes, and unforgettable agave spirits. From heritage mezcals to luxurious tequilas, this week we are spotlighting producers who bring craftsmanship, sustainability, and story to every bottle.

Whether for a cocktail list, in-store feature, or curated tasting, these are the brands and bottles to pour.

Cava De Oro Tequila

Luxury Tequila. Family Crafted.

From Jalisco, Cava De Oro produces award-winning tequilas known for their depth, aging, and elegance. This family-run distillery takes pride in sustainable growing practices, rich soils, and a refined barrel-aging process using French and American oak.

With a full spectrum of tequilas, from unaged Plata to Extra Añejo and the rare Rose Gold expression, Cava De Oro offers something for every palate and menu.

📦Mini Bottles Available:
Cava De Oro Plata & Añejo – perfect for tastings, retail grab-and-go, or cocktail kits.

🔹Coconut Cristalino Margarita
– 2 oz Cava De Oro Añejo Cristalino
– 1 oz coconut cream
– ¾ oz lime juice
– Garnish with toasted coconut flakes

Abre Ojos Tequila

Jalisco Grown. Small-Batch Made.
From the lowlands of Jalisco, Abre Ojos is crafted using traditional methods that highlight the natural beauty of 100% Blue agave. Each batch is slow-cooked in stone ovens, naturally fermented, and copper pot distilled for clarity and depth.

Sustainably sourced and artfully aged, Abre Ojos honors Mexico’s distilling heritage with a modern twist.

Royale Montaine Cognac & Orange Liqueur

An Elevated Orange Twist

Handcrafted in France, Royale Montaine blends fine cognac with natural orange essence for a luxurious, complex alternative to triple sec. With notes of bitter orange peel, warm spice, and brandied richness, it elevates any margarita from standard to standout.

🔹Abre Royale Margarita
– 2 oz Abre Ojos Blanco
– 1 oz lime juice
– ¾ oz Royale Montaine Orange Liqueur
– Salt rim, lime wheel garnish

Prolijo Mezcal & Tequila

Artisanal, Ethical, and Earth-Rooted

Handmade in Oaxaca using ancient techniques, Prolijo is a testament to agave done right. Mezcals are pit-roasted and tahona-milled, offering authentic smoky character. Their tequilas showcase purity and smoothness, crafted with the same attention to quality.

Prolijo emphasizes sustainability and cultural preservation. Working directly with small family palenques and practicing ethical agave cultivation.

🔹Sunset Margarita
1 1/2 oz Prolijo Mezcal Blanco
1 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice
1 oz Lime juice
.25 oz Agave Nectar
.25 oz Orange Liqueur

Oro de Oaxaca Mezcal

A Classic Oaxacan Pour

Beloved for its approachability and authenticity, Oro de Oaxaca has been a staple in mezcalerías and cocktail bars for decades. Oro de Oaxaca is produced in Santiago Matatlán and made with Espadín agave, roasted in earthen ovens and double-distilled. This joven mezcal offers a bright, slightly smoky profile that plays beautifully in cocktails while remaining true to its roots.

🔹Mezcal Margarita
– 1½ oz Oro De Oaxaca Mezcal
– 1 oz mango puree (or any of your favorite citrus juices)
– ¾ oz lime juice
– Tajín rim, fresh chili garnish

Ransom – DHŌS Non-Alcoholic Spirits

Crafted Without Compromise

From the Oregon-based makers of Ransom Spirits comes DHŌS, a line of non-alcoholic expressions designed with balance and craft in mind. DHŌS Blanco Tequila Free is a zero-proof alternative to tequila—distilled botanically and ideal for guilt-free cocktails.

Ransom Distillery is known for its dedication to organic farming, local sourcing, and small-batch techniques. The DHĹŚS line continues this tradition, offering thoughtful options for the no/low-ABV movement.

Why DHĹŚS?
• Alcohol-free, flavor-forward
• Low sugar, low calorie
• Built for mixing—not just substituting

🔹Zero-Proof Dhōs Skinny Margarita
– 2 oz Dhōs Blanco Tequila Free
– 0.75 oz Dhōs Orange (Contains just 5 calories!)
– Fresh Lime Juice
– Coarse Salt (for the rim, optional)
– Ice

About Classique

At Classique Wine & Spirits, we specialize in exceptional wines and spirits that elevate every tasting experience and to bring high quality, market-value-priced wines and spirits from all over the globe to your table. Our portfolio reflects a deep commitment to craftsmanship, authenticity, and discovery—from celebrated global producers to rare, boutique finds. Whether you’re a retailer, restaurateur, or collector, Classique is your trusted partner in premium beverage distribution in Missouri.

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