This summer has clearly been a momentous one for fine bourbon and tequila lovers around the world.

We have seen the launch of Maker’s 46, the first ever new bourbon from the historic Maker’s Mark Distillery, in addition to the launch of Tequila Avión, an ultra-smooth, premium tequila made from 100% Blue Weber Agave.

Both of these premium spirits are made of superior quality and offer exceptional flavor.

As Labor Day has arrived and many summer vacations are winding down, people are enjoying the their last summer beach getaway or backyard barbecue. Of course, we know many cool cocktails will be flowing.

The following recipes for Maker’s Mark, Maker’s 46 and Tequila Avión cocktails are perfect for summer.

Summer Breeze
– 1 part Maker’s Mark
– 1 part Ginger Ale
– A splash of Cointreau
– 1 orange slice
Directions: Muddle an orange slice in an old-fashioned glass with a splash of Cointreau. Add in equal parts Maker’s Mark Bourbon and ginger ale. Stir gently. Top off with ice.

Char No. 46
(Recipe courtesy of Ward III – New York , NY)
– 2 parts Maker’s 46
– Muddled fresh peaches
– 1 part Averna Amaro
– Dash of fresh orange juice
– 1 egg white
– Bitters
Directions: Muddle peach in shaker and add all ingredients except the bitters. Shake vigorously for at least one minute. Strain into a chilled rocks glass. Drizzle bitters on the foam and garnish with fresh peach.

Bonita Margarita
– 1.5 parts Tequila Avión Reposado
– 1 part guava puree
– 1 part fresh lime juice
Directions: In a shaker over ice combine all ingredients. Shake until frothy and strain over fresh ice. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes.

Salida del Sól
– 1.5 parts Tequila Avión Reposado
– 1 part blood orange juice
– Splash of fresh sour mix
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a shaker over ice and shake well. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange twist.

Courtesy of: Tequila Avión

The ultra premium tequila, Tequila Avión defines a new luxury standard of quality and taste – “Taste Elevated.”

Tequila Avión is produced from only the finest Blue Weber Agave found in the very highest regions of Jalisco, Mexico. The plants in this region are the most coveted agave for tequila production due to their rich mineral content and distinct quality and character.

The unusually smooth taste profile of Tequila Avión begins with the ideal product formulation that comes to life through slow roasting the agave in brick ovens, followed by a unique small batch distillation and culminates in a proprietary filtration process coined “ultra-slow filtration.”

During this process the flavors become firmly set to Tequila Avión’s specification at an exact moment called the “Moment of Elevation.”

The unique combination of slow-roasting at lower temperatures to protect the natural flavors of the agave, as well as an ultra-slow filtration process, produces an unusually smooth taste profile.

The plants found in this region are known to be the most coveted plants for tequila production due to their rich mineral content and distinct quality and character. When harvested, the Tequila Avión agave is slow roasted in brick ovens under low temperatures, producing a richer flavor.

Tequila Avión is available in Silver, Reposado and Añejo expressions, with each offering a distinctly smooth, yet flavorful taste profile:

Avión Silver features an intense agave aroma with herbal tinges of mint and rosemary, delicate hues of flowers and black pepper and hints of grapefruit and pineapple. It is crisp and clean, well balanced and exceptionally smooth.

Avión Reposado, which is aged six months in oak barrels, has a roasted agave presence, notes of cherry, pear, and peach, flower hues of rose petals and tinges of herbs. Its oak aroma is elegant with hints of caramel and vanilla. It is extremely well balanced and sophisticated.

Avión Añejo is an aged tequila, spending two years in American oak casks. It features hints of vanilla, caramel, coconut and maple, intense tones of roasted agave, delicate tinges of mint and rosemary and fruity aromas of peach and cherry. It is extraordinarily harmonious, rich and exquisite.

Said founder Ken Austin, “It is a primary focus of the Company to bring together a world class management team working with best of breed distributors.”

Austin continues, “We are hours away from the launch of Tequila Avión, which is the culmination of a long journey. Now our team will work tirelessly to get our brand into the mouths, hearts and minds of consumers.”

To learn more about Tequila Avión, please visit http://aviontequila.com/