How to Use tequila in a Sentence

tequila

noun
  • At the time, Kim shared that her new drink of choice was tequila.
    Joelle Goldstein, Peoplemag, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Add the tequila, simple syrup, orange liqueur and lime juice to the glass and swirl to mix.
    Jais Tollette, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2022
  • This is a tequila meant to be sipped in a tumbler, not slurped down in a shot glass.
    Ron Hart, SPIN, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Add ice and tequila, and then shake two or three times to combine.
    Jeff Burkhart, The Mercury News, 13 June 2024
  • The mango in the margarita is super fresh and the tequila is top shelf.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 5 Oct. 2023
  • For beachy vibes, in place of the tequila, try pisco, rum, or cachaca.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2024
  • But don’t fall for the hype that choosing a tequila made from 100 percent agave changes the impact.
    Erica Sweeney, Men's Health, 12 Dec. 2022
  • She’s also launched a luggage brand and a sparkling tequila drink.
    EW.com, 9 May 2024
  • And that’s how a generous shot of tequila landed in my bra.
    Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 17 July 2023
  • Muddle jalapeño slices with fresh lime juice in a shaker, then add tequila, triple sec, and ice.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 3 May 2024
  • The bar will highlight tequila and rum and will also serve frozen drinks and Hawaiian shaved ice.
    The Courier-Journal, 21 Jan. 2023
  • While vodka is the classic choice, use tequila for a Bloody Maria, or gin for a Red Snapper.
    Emily Nabors Hall, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023
  • This number indicates who made the tequila, as opposed to just the brand name.
    Lisa Futterman, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2023
  • When Latto is about to put her red Solo cup of tequila down for the shoot, Snoop tells her to stay true to herself, and keep it.
    Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2023
  • Their verses are colored with late nights and too much tequila.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2023
  • Enjoy $1 tequila floaters all day and Chips 'N' Dips for $5 all day Sunday.
    Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 4 May 2024
  • Find out why a tiki guy was one of the first Americans to mess with tequila cocktails here.
    Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 11 July 2024
  • For adults, cooking classes, tequila tastings and salsa dance lessons are part of the fun.
    Karen Cicero, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
  • Gift it with a bottle of tequila for the ultimate pairing.
    Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2023
  • The menu will include weekly specials and a new bourbon, wine and tequila list.
    Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 24 May 2024
  • Whether someone likes vodka or tequila more can say a lot about a person. 6.
    Alyssa Girdwain, Women's Health, 17 Mar. 2023
  • This is not the first time that Patrón has released a smoky tequila, however.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2023
  • The medium-body tequila has flavors of fig, green olive, ginger, and cocoa.
    Christina Liao, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2023
  • Today, the bar offers a robust menu of tequila and mezcal flights.
    Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
  • Even the dancers dropped away, and in the VIP area, only those who needed to steady themselves after another shot of tequila touched the pole.
    Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 9 Feb. 2024
  • In a cocktail mixer, combine the tequila, grapefruit juice, agave and jalapeno.
    Jeff Burkhart, The Mercury News, 13 June 2024
  • Earlier drafts of the script had a darker, noir thriller centered around a down-and-out hero drowning his pain in tequila and painkillers.
    Meredith Woerner, Variety, 4 May 2024
  • The model and 818 founder wore a jaw-dropping look to host a party for her tequila brand at the restaurant Delilah in West Hollywood.
    Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 19 Aug. 2023
  • There was an obvious business lunch at a table to my left, and a birthday celebration with friends doing tequila shots to my right.
    Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 24 July 2024
  • That’s not the case with the brand’s latest release, however, a new anejo tequila that is available to purchase only in New York City and only by special invitation.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 July 2024

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