Holiday Cocktails From Tequila Avión and HBO's 'Entourage'

The holidays are upon us so let the celebrations begin! Tequila Avi�n, the break-out star of HBO's Entourage and critics' pick for its exceptionally smooth taste, will put everyone in the holiday "spirit" whether gifting or receiving.

Big Spender
Available exclusively through the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book and priced at $125,000, give the person who has everything a private Tequila Avi�n party for 75 guests planned by celebrity party planner Colin Cowie. Acclaimed Chef Todd English will provide the cuisine, DJ Donna d'Cruz will spin the music and mixologist Yusef Austin will mix up delectable Tequila Avi�n cocktails.

Under $60
Stand out this holiday season by gifting a bottle of Tequila Avi�n to a party host or hostess. The "elevated" taste of Tequila Avi�n Silver ($40-50), Reposado ($45-$55) or A�ejo ($50-$60) will turn any party into an A-list event.

From bar shelf to store rack, Tequila Avi�n is now a fashion statement. Stylish Tequila Avi�n t-shirts featuring the brand's signature "Flying Agave" are available exclusively at Bloomingdales nationwide for just $34.

It's the Thought that Counts
Give a meaningful gift to tequila lovers that doesn't break the bank, courtesy of Tequila Avi�n. Gift-givers are encouraged to create a customized cocktail recipe book of delicious Tequila Avi�n recipes found at Tequila Avi�n.

An endless array of cocktails can be found on the site to tantalize the taste buds.

Here are a few favorites for the holiday season:

Harvest Moon

Ingredients:

� 1 1/2 oz. Tequila Avi�n A�ejo
� 1 oz. apple flavored liquor
(substitute apple juice
from concentrate)
� 1/2 oz. pear juice
� Splash of egg white
� Dash of fresh lemon
� Pinch of ground cinnamon

Method:

1. In a shaker, add all ingredients
over ice.
2. Shake and strain.
3. Can be served straight up or on
the rocks.
4. Garnish with a thinly sliced pear.

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Poinsettia

Ingredients:

� 2 oz. Tequila Avi�n A�ejo
� less than ounce dry Sherry
� 5 cranberries
� 2 wedges of lemon
� less than ounce of all spice infused simple syrup

Method:

1. Muddle cranberries, lemon and
simple syrup in a shaker.
2. Pack with ice. Add Tequila Avi�n
A�ejo and Sherry.
3. Shake until frothy.
4. Serve over fresh ice and garnish
with a few fresh cranberries and
cinnamon stick.

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Holiday Pearadise

Ingredients:

� 1 1/2 oz. Tequila Avi�n Reposado
� 1 oz. pear juice
� 1 1/2 oz. honey / orange
marmalade syrup

Method:

1. Muddle 3/4 of the plum with honey
syrup in a shaker.
2. Add all ingredients.
3. Shake and strain.
4. Warm over low heat and serve.

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