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by Steven Doyle | July 21, 2026 · 4:16 pm

Why Don Julio Blanco Is the Only Tequila You Need This Summer

Some tequilas are built for sipping and some are built for mixing, and Don Julio Blanco happens to do both without breaking a sweat. It’s unaged, double distilled, and made from 100% blue agave, which means you get that clean agave snap up front and a dry finish that doesn’t fight with whatever you’re mixing it into. That’s exactly why it works so well behind a home bar. You don’t need six ingredients or a torch to make something worth drinking. You need good tequila and a little restraint.

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The Martinez: Pre-Prohibition Elegance in a Glass

Long before the Gin & Tonic or the Manhattan became household names, the Martinez quietly laid the groundwork for modern cocktails. Often considered the direct ancestor of the Martini, this drink emerged in the mid-1800s, likely originating in San Francisco or the small town of Martinez, California, where bartenders were experimenting with the new Italian vermouth arriving on American shores. Its creation reflects an era when cocktails were as much about balance and sophistication as they were about fortifying spirits for the workday—or the long evening ahead.

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Make It and Take It: Blue Mesa’s Adobe Pie

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Blue Mesa is best known for their New Mexican style of cuisine. Plenty of green chiles and rich sauces. Besides their fantastic and over-the-top brunch, Blue Mesa guests enjoy the Adobe Pie. This special dome of corn masa filled with chicken and roasted chiles is a satisfying meal unto itself.

This might not be something you wish to tackle at home, but in case you want a go at it, we found the recipe. Continue reading →