{"id":114571,"date":"2024-07-26T07:49:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T07:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/?p=114571"},"modified":"2024-08-08T08:40:28","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T08:40:28","slug":"best-celebrity-owned-tequila-brands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/best-celebrity-owned-tequila-brands\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Popular Celebrity-owned Tequila Brands"},"content":{"rendered":"

First it was Champagne, then Cognac and gin \u2013 now, tequila is the booze bandwagon that celebs are hopping on. When they\u2019re not busy scooping up Oscars or slaying on the runway, these Hollywood A-listers are making a fortune from agave spirits. Find out whether these celebrity-owned tequila brands are actually worth a shot.<\/p>\n

George Clooney & Friends – Casamigos Tequila<\/h4>\n

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Besides being a suave \u2018silver fox\u2019 and decorated actor, George Clooney has been dominating the beverage business for a minute. While Clooney has earned a reputation as a Nespresso brand ambassador for years, the veteran actor also forms part of the ultra-premium tequila and mezcal brand, Casamigos.<\/p>\n

Together with long-time pals, Rande Gerber and Mike Meldman, Clooney co-founded the popular tequila. Inspired by countless tequila-filled nights, the business venture presented itself. The extensive range houses seven products \u2013 Casamigos Jalape\u00f1o, Blanco, Reposado, A\u00f1ejo, Cristalino and Mezcal \u2013 and is supposedly one of the best celebrity-owned tequilas, not simply for its celebrity endorsement but for its taste.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R1899.00\u2013R 2400.00<\/p>\n

casamigos.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson – Teremana Tequila<\/h4>\n

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If there\u2019s a celebrity who knows how to stay current, it\u2019s Dwayne \u2018The Rock\u2019 Johnson. Together, with the owners of a Mexican family distillery, the actor and former wrestler created Teremana Tequila. While most celebrity-owned tequila brands are touted for their associations, Teremana is one of the few that has earned a glowing reputation for its distinctly delicious taste.<\/p>\n

Teremana, meaning \u2018Spirit of the Earth,\u2019 is a product of the Jalisco Highlands. After harvesting the agave, the jimadores (agave farmers) slow-roast the sweet agave in brick ovens and distill them in handmade copper pot stills to produce flavourful and smooth tequila. The tequila is reportedly one of the top contenders, with many saying that this decent-tasting tequila can be enjoyed neat or mixed in cocktails.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 1859.00\u2013R 2100.00<\/p>\n

teremana.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Kevin Hart – Gran Coramino<\/h4>\n

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It makes sense that besties, Johnson and Hart would both own tequilas. Comedian and Ride Along<\/i> actor, Kevin Hart, also known as \u201cthe hardest working man in show business,\u201d founded the business along with Juan Domingo Beckmann, an 11th-generation tequila maker.<\/p>\n

Gran Coramino Cristalino was their first product to launch; the crystal clear tequila is usually filtered with charcoal to strip the colour from the tequila, ensuring that the tequila retains its flavour. Its counterparts, Reposado and A\u00f1ejo, are rested in American and French white oak and aged in Eastern European casks, respectively. Though the brand\u2019s motto is \u201chard work tastes different,\u201d some reviewers beg to disagree, claiming that the A\u00f1ejo is a smooth tequila but the butterscotch flavour is a touch too much.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 993.42\u2013R 3699.99<\/p>\n

grancoramino.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Kendall Jenner – 818<\/h4>\n

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Say what you will about the Kardashians and Jenners, but you have to respect their entrepreneurial hustle \u2013 hats off to momager, Kris. When she\u2019s not modelling on the runway, securing brand deals or ordering her signature Peaches & Cream Erewhon smoothie, Kendall Jenner is drinking 818 with her friends at the beach.<\/p>\n

Launched in 2021, this celeb-owned tequila has three variations: Blanco, Reposado, A\u00f1ejo and the house Reserve. Despite having earned 43 blind tasting awards at 13 international spirits competitions since its inception, there are mixed reviews about Jenner\u2019s tequila \u2013 some saying that it\u2019s \u2018overhyped\u2019 or \u2018sweet\u2019; then again, others say that it\u2019s ‘not too shabby.’ For the sake of the price tag, we hope it holds up.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 2259.00\u2013R 8999.99<\/p>\n

drink818.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Mark Wahlberg – Flecha Azul<\/h4>\n

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Not to be confused with Clase Azul, Flecha Azul is the brainchild of entrepreneur, Aron Marquez, and PGA pro-golfer, Abraham Ancer. The famous tequila has garnered greater popularity after actor, director and former rapper, Mark Wahlberg, invested in the brand in 2021. While he was famously a wine connoisseur, the actor became a tequila lover for fitness reasons, claiming that it\u2019s tougher to burn calories when consuming wine.<\/p>\n

Flecha Azul Tequila\u2019s range consists of five varieties \u2013 Blanco, Reposado, A\u00f1ejo, Cristalino, and Extra A\u00f1ejo. Crafted with zero additives and produced in \u2018Tequila Valley\u2019, Mexico, this celeb-owned tequila is made from only three ingredients \u2013 fully mature 100% Blue Weber Agave, volcanic water and yeast. The flavours are crisp and untainted, with some featuring agave, buttery oak, warm spices and vanilla notes.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 2499.00\u2013R 2999.99<\/p>\n

flechatequila.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Aaron Paul & Bryan Cranston – Dos Hombres Mezcal<\/h4>\n

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When every Hollywood celeb and their friend decided to invest in a tequila brand, Breaking Bad co-stars and friends, Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston, turned to mezcal. Dos Hombres Mezcal is created using the quality Espadin agave from the hillsides of Oaxaca, Mexico.<\/p>\n

Third-generation mezcalero, Gregorio Velasco, created the unmistakable taste of Dos Hombres Mezcal using only traditional techniques. Tasting notes of apple, wood, mango and local fruits like zapote are featured in the standard Espadin Mezcal. It also has a smoky finish provided by the volcanic stone and firewood from the ovens used to roast the heart of the agave. The brand also has a limited edition Tobala Mezcal.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 2399\u2013R 3699.99<\/p>\n

doshombres.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Matthew McConaughey & Camila Alves – Pantalones<\/h4>\n

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Newer to the tequila scene is Pantalones, owned by Hollywood power couple, Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves. Thankfully, they\u2019re not completely \u2018Dazed and Confused\u2019; the pair admits that \u201cthe world doesn\u2019t need another celebrity tequila,\u201d but apparently, \u201cthe Tequila industry could use a shot of fun.\u201d The marketing team certainly nailed the brief when they rolled out the social media campaign for its release.<\/p>\n

The super-premium tequila is made entirely from Blue Weber Agave, sourced from the farm of fourth-generation farmers. Pantalones houses three expressions: Blanco, Reposado and A\u00f1ejo, which are rested in American oak whisky barrels. As far as reviews go, some say that the smoothness is right on the money, while the vanilla and coconut notes are a bit much. It might be \u2018alright, alright, alright,\u2019 but we\u2019re not sure it will \u2018blow your pants off.\u2019<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> ~R 818\u2013R 996 *not available in South Africa.<\/p>\n

pantalonestequila.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Eva Longoria – Casa Del Sol<\/h4>\n

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Desperate Housewives star, Eva Longoria, has been ahead of the game for some time. The actress co-founded the luxury tequila brand, Casa Del Sol, back in 2000. Crafted with a deep respect for the Mexican heritage of tequila-making, the female tequileras at Casa Del Sol come from a long legacy of spirited maestros. Crafted in Altos de Jalisco, Mexico, the tequila is aged to perfection in French oak and Cognac barrels.<\/p>\n

A tribute to Mayahuel, the Aztec goddess of agave, and the magic golden hour, Casa Del Sol is best enjoyed in sundowner cocktails. While the respective tasting notes for the Blanco, Reposado and A\u00f1ejo range from fresh mint to wild honey to oak and chestnut, a few reviews claim that the Blanco has an odd \u2018bubblegum\u2019 taste to it, and the French Limousin oak used in the ageing process lends an unpleasant sweetness for some. The one consistent highlight is that this tequila is undeniably smooth \u2013 for the price, it had better be!<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 3699\u2013R 4899<\/p>\n

casadelsoltequila.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Blake Lively – Betty Booze<\/h4>\n

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Though not exclusively a tequila, this sparkling drink definitely deserves a mention. Created by actress Blake Lively, Betty Booze has a refreshing and innovative sparkling tequila range, offering cocktail enthusiasts a drink made from real, high-quality ingredients. Combining sparkling water, premium tequila, fresh fruits and herbs, Betty Booze offers a light drinking experience that’s perfect for casual get-togethers.<\/p>\n

Besides the bourbon range, Betty Booze has three sparkling tequilas: one with oak smoked lemonade, another with lime shiso and, lastly, Sparkling Tequila with Smoky Pineapple. Many say that the drinks are refreshing, making them ideal ready-made cocktails or chasers for sundowner drinks. While the drink doesn\u2019t contain any artificial flavours, one ingredient used in the Sparkling Tequila with Oak Smoked Lemonade has certainly caught the attention of many \u2013 it\u2019s butter!<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> from R 271.50 *not available in South Africa<\/p>\n

bettybooze.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Michael Jordan & NBA squad – Cincoro<\/h4>\n

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Founded by basketball legend, Michael Jordan, and fellow NBA owners \u2013 Emilia Fazzalari, Wyc Grousbeck, Jeanie Buss and Wes Edens \u2013 Cincoro was inspired by a shared love for tequila. The name is derived from the Spanish words for \u2018five\u2019 and \u2018gold,\u2019 representing the five founders and their quest for perfection.<\/p>\n

This celebrity-owned tequila is made using 100% Blue Weber agave from Jalisco, Mexico, resulting in a smooth and flavourful spirit. The tequila blanco features citrus notes, while the other expressions have rich chocolate, caramel and vanilla notes. As with a few celebrity tequilas, Cincoro apparently has a sweet taste, which some describe as borderline \u2018artificial,\u2019 with the smoothness being its redeeming quality.<\/p>\n

Average cost:<\/strong> R 2190\u2013R 3999<\/p>\n

cincoro.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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