By Becca Brown

A National Tequila Day Special

You miss 100 percent of the shots you don't take...so it's important for you to know National Tequila Day is happening on July 24. 

Mix up a Margarita to celebrate the day! National Tequila Day means twenty four consecutive hours, 1440 consecutive minutes and 86,400 consecutive seconds of honouring fun times with your friends! 

When you think of tequila drinks, most people will go directly to your traditional margarita or paloma, tequila is a versatile spirit that can be used to make a whole lot more. 

Here at Shay & Blue we have compiled a list of Tequila inspired specials to see you through the day. Just enjoy those good times responsibly!

Watermelon-Jalapeño Margarita

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz El Camino Blanco Tequila
  • 1 oz agave nectar
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz fresh watermelon juice
  • 1 jalapeño slice

Garnish with 1 watermelon slice and 1 jalapeño slice

The Classic Margarita

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz El Camino Blanco Tequila
  • 1 oz agave nectar
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 dash lime bitters

Garnish with 1 lime wheel, sea salt

Tequila Sunrise Popsicle

  • 1 ounce Los Rijos Silver Tequila
  • ½ ounce lime juice
  • 2 ounces orange juice
  • 2 ounces pineapple juice
  • ½ ounce grenadine

In a shaker, add tequila, lime juice, orange juice and pineapple juice. Shake until combined and pour into a 6-ounce popsicle mold. Place in freezer and allow to freeze for 2-3 hours. Remove from freezer and top with grenadine. Freeze overnight.