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Chili’s Launches Espresso Martini Made From Tequila With Reality Stars Scheana Shay And Katie Maloney
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Chili’s enlisted the help of Vanderpump Rules stars Scheana Shay and Katie Maloney to introduce its new Espresso Martini, made with reposado tequila in place of traditional vodka.
Chili’s is known for its iconic margaritas, but we make some fantastic cocktails, too, Jesse Johnson, Vice President of Marketing at Chili’s Grill & Bar, said in a statement. To me, an Espresso Martini made with tequila is not only far superior to vodka, but one that feels shaken with Chili’s DNA. In working with cocktail queens Scheana and Katie, we found a recipe that even Espresso Martini haters are going to love.
Before landing on Vanderpump Rules, a reality TV series that follows servers at the West Hollywood, Calif., restaurants SUR and PUMP, Shay once worked as a server at Chili’s
I came to appreciate the craft of shaking up a great tequila cocktail while working at Chili’s from 2005–2006, starting of course with the famous Chili’s Presidente Margarita, said Shay. Being back at Chili’s to collaborate with the brand in a new capacity, while combining my love for Espresso Martinis, is truly a full circle moment.
Maloney, meanwhile, brought tequila expertise.
It’s no secret that I have a soft spot for tequila, said Katie Maloney. The Chili’s Espresso Martini has everything you want in a great cocktail: the right mix of flavors, tequila, and the perfect garnish. Fans are going to love the taste whether enjoyed with some chips and salsa or my personal favorite, Chili’s Chicken Crispers.
The pair also stars in a series of videos for Chili’s that will show them flexing their bartending skills as they moonlight as bartenders in a Chili’s restaurant.
The new Chili’s Espresso Martini is made with Lunazul Reposado Tequila, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Monin Agave Nectar, Owen’s Espresso Martini Mix and garnished with coffee beans. It will be available at Chili’s restaurants nationwide starting April 15.
TMX contributed to this article.
