Celebrate the season with Clase Azul México and toast to art, heritage, and the joy of sharing something truly special with the ones you love.
Chotto Matte
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At this vibrant Nikkei-inspired destination in Union Square, the flavors of Peru and Japan meet the spirit of Mexico in a stunning holiday cocktail. A jewel of a drink, La Joya features Clase Azul Tequila Plata, lime, naranjito, and agave, finished with a chili-salt rim and an edible flower. Elegant yet playful, it’s a toast to the city’s bold, cross-cultural energy. // 50 O’Farrell St. (Union Square), chotto-matte.com
W San Francisco–The Living Room Bar & The Speakeasy
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The W’s sleek lounges are made for holiday gatherings with glowing lights, plush seating, and that effortless San Francisco buzz. Try the El Costeño here, a cocktail crafted with Clase Azul Mezcal Guerrero, tepache, a Mexican IPA cordial, and lemon juice. It’s smoky, citrusy, and just a little adventurous—perfect for ringing in the season with friends old and new. // 181 3rd St. (SoMa), marriot.com
Plumed Horse
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For a truly elevated evening, head south to Saratoga’s Michelin-starred Plumed Horse, where artistry and flavor are expertly intertwined. Sip the Calles de Oro (Streets of Gold), which embodies Mexican heritage and celebrates Día de los Muertos with a “spirit-forward” blend of Clase Azul Tequila Ultra and Añejo with Laurent Cazzotes Tomato Brandy, Ancho Reyes Verde, Nixta Elote Liqueur, Chartreuse Elixir Vegetal, and a hint of poblano and oregano oil. Complex, reverent, and unforgettable, it’s a liquid celebration of craftsmanship and culture. // 14555 Big Basin Way (Saratoga), plumedhorse.com
Celebrate at Home
If you prefer to bring the celebration home, this refined yet simple cocktail is a perfect fireside sip capturing, the warmth of the season.
Smooth, smoky, and subtly sweet, the Agave Negroni reimagines a classic through the lens of Mexico’s agave tradition.
Agave Negroni
Ingredients:
1 oz Clase Azul Tequila Reposado
1 oz Clase Azul Mezcal Durango
1 oz sweet vermouth
¾ oz Campari (or your preferred bitter aperitif)
Orange peel, for garnish
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir until well chilled, then strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Express an orange peel over the top and garnish.
