Tequila treasures: 10 accessories every agave fan needs
Tequila deserves more than a shot glass and a lime wedge. These picks run from small stocking stuffers to a margarita machine for people who host.
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I · The short versionQuick picks for the agave fan
| No. | Pick | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sipping glassesMEXTEQUIL hand-blown tequila glasses $$$$ | Check price on Amazon ↗ |
| 2 | Margarita rimsLAVA lime sea-salt rimmer $$$$ | Check price on Amazon ↗ |
| 3 | The classic twistTajín Clásico rimmer $$$$ | Check price on Amazon ↗ |
| 4 | Big upgrade: margaritas on demandBartesian cocktail & margarita machine $$$$ | Check price on Amazon ↗ |
| 5 | Big upgrade: frozen-drink iceFrigidaire nugget ice maker $$$$ | Check price on Amazon ↗ |
II · The tenTen accessories for blanco, reposado and añejo fans
01 A proper tasting flight
Pour blanco, reposado and añejo side by side and the differences jump out: bright agave, then vanilla and oak. Three matching glasses are all you need.
02 Hand-blown tequila glasses
Mexican hand-blown glass, with its blue rims and little bubbles, is the look of a real cantina. MEXTEQUIL hand-blown tequila glasses. A wide bowl helps you catch the aroma.
03 Flavored salt rimmers
Swap plain salt for LAVA lime sea-salt rimmer, and a margarita gets a citrus edge before the first sip.
04 Tajín
Chili-lime seasoning on the rim of a Paloma or a mango margarita. Tajín Clásico rimmer.
05 A margarita machine
For hosts who would rather not juice 40 limes. The Bartesian Premium makes margaritas and other cocktails from capsules. Reviews from Wirecutter, Good Housekeeping and Best Buy owners say it’s very easy to use, but drinks run sweet, pours are small and capsules add up. The reservoir needs regular cleaning.
06 A tasting logbook
Write down what you poured, what you smelled and what you’d buy again. Tequila tasting logbook.
07 Agave-print bar towels
Practical and themed, and a good stocking stuffer. Agave-print bar towels.
08 Nugget ice for frozen margaritas
Chewable nugget ice blends smoother and melts evenly in a rocks margarita. The Frigidaire countertop nugget ice maker is a lower-cost alternative to the GE Opal. We haven’t gathered long-term owner feedback on it yet, so read the current reviews before you buy.
09 Agave-fiber coasters
Natural-fiber coasters suit a rustic tequila setup and make an easy add-on gift.
10 A shaker set
A margarita is a shaken drink. A bartender kit with a shaker, jigger and strainer covers it, and the stand keeps it on display.
III · Asked oftenFAQ
What glass should I sip tequila from?
A small tulip or copita-style glass concentrates aroma for sipping; save the shot glass for parties.
Is mezcal different?
Mezcal is made from agave too, usually roasted in earthen pits, which gives it a smoky flavor. The same glasses and rimmers work for both.
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