The 2025 World Margarita Championship, hosted by the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and Tucson Originals Restaurants, concluded on Saturday, June 14 at the Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa.
With a list of worthy contenders, these bartenders and chefs took home the prizes.
Bashful Bandit Barbecue: Smoked Beef Cheek Tacos
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place (Tie)
1st Place
· Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen: Margarita del Sol
2nd Place
· Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar: Mr. Pepino
3rd Place
· Scratching the Plate: Pomegranate de Tigre
Tickets for upcoming SAACA events are available now at saaca.thundertix.com.
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