This February and March, margarita lovers across the UK are invited to raise a glass to El Tequileño’s Margarita Mile, a month-long celebration of the world’s most iconic Mexican cocktail.
EL TEQUILEÑO’S MARGARITA MILE
16TH FEBRUARY – 16TH MARCH 2026
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16TH FEBRUARY – 16TH MARCH 2026 ❊
celebrate MEXICO’S MOST ICONIC COCKTAIL
Bars and restaurants nationwide will be shaking things up with exclusive menus and house pour features throughout the month, with a packed programme of events centring on the key Mile week, 16th – 22nd February, marking the lead up to National Margarita Day (22nd February).
2026 is set to be the biggest year yet: three official Miles – Manchester, Central London, and East London – will be joined by venues across the UK through Map Your Marg, taking the margarita celebration nationwide.
what is margarita mile?
Margarita Mile is a national celebration of the classic margarita, founded by tequila legends El Tequileño.
Launched in Manchester in 2023, the Mile has since taken place in Leeds, London, and even Hong Kong – marking the start of its international expansion.
The campaign’s impact hasn’t gone unnoticed. Margarita Mile was crowned Best Event of the Year at The Spirits Business Awards 2025, alongside multiple additional accolades for El Tequileño.
For the first time, venues across the UK will be putting on special menus, house pour features, events and more for a full month, with the big celebrations happening 16th-22nd February, culminating on National Margarita Day.
NEW FOR 2026
All new for 2026, a selection of exciting alcoholic and non-alcoholic partners will be joining the campaign to get venues crafting new and exciting takes on the El Tequileño margarita.
A bitter orange liqueur crafted in Yucatán, Mexico, ideal for crafting fully Mexican margaritas.
The only 100% vegan and alcohol-free cocktail foamer, delivering flawless texture and finish.
The finest quality purees, syrups and mixers, by bartenders for bartenders.
GET TO KNOW EL TEQUilEÑo
THE SPIRITS BUSINESS AGAVE BRAND OF THE YEAR 2025
Founded in 1959 by Don Jorge Salles Cuervo, El Tequileño has built its reputation on uncompromising quality and authentic flavour.
Using 100% Blue Weber agave from the Highlands of Jalisco and volcanic spring water, El Tequileño crafts tequilas that honour tradition while setting the standard for modern excellence.
Today, the distillery is led by third-generation Master Distiller Tony Salles, grandson of Don Jorge and The Spirits Business Blender of the Year 2025. From classic Blancos to revered releases like Reposado Rare, every bottle represents taste, tradition, and trust, values that have helped El Tequileño become a true global icon.