The Tequila Trope: Enemies to Lovers
In fair 4s Liquors, where we lay our scene,
you scan the aisles for your spring break drink
Grey Goose, Tanqueray, Pink Whitney, Oh My!
You think long and hard, which will meet your demise
But where do your eyes land,
upon which handle do your fingers plant
A mournful grip?
Dearest Tequila, how we hate to love you
Blackouts and "I don't remember what I did!!!"
Whether it's Jose or Don, it feels oh-so-good
To forget your regrets
As a shot gets acquainted with your lips
But dearest reader, what if I told you,
They can be loved without shame
Ever heard of a margarita?
A slow sipping drink?
A casual night, something tame
Upon frontal lobe development
Tequila becomes much more
Than a night turned to one big fleeting moment
A listening ear is all I implore
What if I told you that the answers are here
The world is yours
Look no further and leave the vodka on the shelf
In fair 4s Liquors, where we lay our scene
Dearest tequila, We promise to treat you better
You will always be Strike's favorite liquor
It's the night of. The night you finally corralled all of your friends, and they've agreed to go shot for shot with you. You're ready. An occasion? Futile. A location? Local bar.
That's it—cut scene.
What happened, you may be wondering? Well, babe, you blacked out and remember literally nothing since the pregame—even that's spotty. While any liquor can be at fault (or the heavy-handed bartender), tequila is a thief in the night when it comes to your consciousness. We have good news for you, though. There is absolutely a way to drink, especially with spring break season being upon us, in moderation. And yes, Jose Cuervo is included in this. In fact, Jose Cuervo is the highlight of this.
Meeting the distasteful fate of your face on the bar floor can be unwritten. It's never too late to turn things around! Let's turn our long-time enemy, tequila, to our long-time lover.
The first step to the rebrand begins at the precipice of knowledge, to appreciate tequila's versatile portfolio. 100% agave is your best bet, as the quality of tequila you're consuming matters to actually benefit from its metabolic, digestive, and probiotic advantages. That's right; tequila actually has healthy properties.
So, to optimize your drinking of said liquid gold, it is always important to do so in moderation. Heavily recommending a happy hour—El Camino caters to many taste buds with margaritas ranging from a guava habanero to a coconut pineapple. Did I mention they're $6? And if you must indulge in shots, pace yourself. Please (and if you can remember, 100% agave will reduce your risk of hangover). You're "morning after" self will thank you. Honestly, the worst hangovers are tequila-bred.
Strike Out,
Rosemary Aziz
Boca Raton
Rosemary Aziz is a Content Writer for Strike Magazine Boca. A health and wellness junkie who finds leisure in writing, all things coffee, and observing the human condition– but people-watching is better with friends. Or in her next article. You can reach her by email at r.m.aziz0204@gmail.com. Instagram: rosemary.aziz
