CHARLESTON SC, October 16, 2024 – Sharing great news for those who have been trying to have cool times: Tequila Don Gato, Mexico’s second-best kept secret, has officially launched in the United States. While you may know of the larger-than-life Don Gato as the legendary luchador who never lost a match and for his reputation of being a man with an unwavering respect for felines, what will really define his legacy in the U.S. is his sought after additive-free tequila.
Lifelong Don Gato fan - actor, director, producer and writer, Danny McBride - wants the world to know the story of this legend and give fans the chance to sip from the cup of cool times that is Don Gato. After having spent a significant amount of time in Mexico following Don Gato, Danny learned quite a bit about this legend - which led Don Gato to authorize Danny McBride to share the experiences he filmed out in Mexico.
The resulting “tequila sagas” of McBride’s shine a spotlight on Don Gato while capturing his passions, impressive agave skills, tequila artistry, random party acumen and unmatched catmanship. Through this series of tequila sagas, Danny McBride is sharing the story of this legend with fans across the country. Video content was overseen by famed director David Gordon Green and features McBride, his friend Steve, and of course the one and only Don Gato.
“While I was filming Don Gato and having cool times, I was introduced to the best additive-free tequila I’ve ever had,” said Danny McBride, Actor and Creator. “To pay homage to Don Gato…and to help pay for the tab I ran up while drinking his tequila that I assumed was free…I am sharing the news of his tequila with my friends in the states. It’s for people who have big dreams. And for those who have an amazing affinity for cats. And people who dig examples of nominative determinism. Anyway, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. ”
Tequila Don Gato is currently available in two award-winning expressions - Blanco and Reposado -in select states and online at DonGatoTequila.com, and on Reserve Bar, with plans for future expansion. Tequila Don Gato is completely additive-free and made only from the good stuff…no B.S. and just 100% de agave azul for a truly elevated drinking experience. Sip it and you'll feel like a connoisseur, even if you have trouble spelling it.
? Don Gato Blanco (SRP: $39.99, 750mL): Has notes of fresh pear, lime zest and cedar on the nose, grapefruit, coriander, and almond creme in the midrange and finishes with spun sugar, clove, a hint of brioche bread and a knowing glance. Winner of a Gold Medal from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
? Don Gato Reposado (SRP: $44.99, 750mL): Has notes of golden raisin, Madagascar vanilla, lemon peel, and tart green apple on the nose and finishes with smooth hints of butterscotch, bourbon-oak, peppercorn, black tea and the faint echoes of applause. Winner of a Gold Medal and tied for the highest ranked reposado with a score of 95 from the New York International Spirits Competition.
In a world full of celebrity tequilas, Tequila Don Gato stands out for ... .well, being created by Don Gato. In addition, it provides authenticity, craftsmanship and an approach that allows it to uniquely deliver cool vibes….it is unquestionably the tequila mas gato.
ABOUT DON GATO:
Don Gato was a prominent Mexican luchador with a deep love for the fight, cats…and tequila. After retiring, he moved to a remote estate near Guadalajara where he pursued his non-feline passion: distilling amazing tequila. He eventually made it big in a pyramid scheme and traveled to Vegas where he lost most of his money. While sipping on a complimentary tequila in the casino, Don Gato felt his strength return as he savored the agave-rich nectar of his homeland and proceeded to win big in roulette. He returned to Jalisco and used his winnings to buy an agave field where he later began distilling Tequila Don Gato – a tequila without any additives and all that other bullsh*t.
Tequila Don Gato is currently available in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Illinois & Michigan and is coming soon to Tennessee & Maryland.
ABOUT DANNY MCBRIDE:
Danny McBride is an American actor, comedian, producer, and writer best known for his roles in HBO television series Eastbound & Down, Vice Principals, and The Righteous Gemstones, as well as the launch of his own production company, Rough House Pictures.
For more information and to find where to buy Tequila Don Gato, please visit @DonGatoTequila on Instagram. Good Tequila made for Cool Times. Please drink responsibly.
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