07.24.2023

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San Antonio 🤝 Saint Maya Tequila

Behind the brand: Saint Maya Tequila

Celebrate National Tequila Day with this locally owned spirits company, Saint Maya Tequila. | Photo by Saint Maya Tequila

One tequila, two tequila, water (because we’re responsible). Today is National Tequila Day and we wanted to highlight a local spirits company taking over the drink scene in the Alamo City.

Have you heard of Saint Maya Tequila? You’ve probably seen them at local bars like El Camino, Southtown 101, or Amor Eterno. This up-and-coming company is giving us the inside scoop (thanks to co-owner, Zack Ramirez) on who they are, what they’re bringing to San Antonio, and how you can grab a bottle.

How did Saint Maya Tequila get its start and why was the company created?

We’re a founding group of three (Zack Ramirez, Jay Torrez, and Jordan Simmons) who started the company two years ago. We didn’t have any experience in the spirits industry or even bar experience, we just really love tequila.

After looking at the market and realizing there wasn’t a brand out there that represented San Antonio, we decided to create it. It took a lot of research trips to Mexico and mistakes, but ultimately we were finally able to get a product on shelves.

What is Saint Maya’s mission and goals?

We really want to showcase the versatility of a premium tequila and how it is a truly great spirit that you can enjoy in a variety of ways. For our brand, we want to represent San Antonio in the best way possible and give people a taste of the city in a bottle.

What’s the company’s biggest accomplishment to date?

Just getting a product on shelves honestly. We hit quite a few roadblocks on the journey to even get our first production run made, so we’re super proud of the team for not giving up and figuring things out as we go. Now we’re in over 50+ locations throughout Texas.

More about the brand

Asked

For those who drink tequila, what tequila-based drink do you prefer?

A. Margarita
B. Paloma
C. Tequila Sunrise
D. Something else

Tell us

Events

Monday, July 24

National Tequila Day | Monday, July 24 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Acenar, 146 E. Houston St., San Antonio | Celebrate the holiday at this local restaurant with a house-made specialty cocktail, the Cantarito.
Cumbia on Concho St. | Monday, July 24 | 7-11 p.m. | Market Square, 514 W. Commerce St., San Antonio | Free | Join local market vendors for shopping, food, drinks, and live music + dancing.
Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night | Monday, July 24, Monday, July 31 | 7-9 p.m. | Southtown 101, 101 Pereida St., San Antonio | Free | Bring your team and test your knowledge at this local bar.

Tuesday, July 25

AARP $2 Tuesday | Tuesday, July 25 | 7:05 p.m. | Nelson Wolff Stadium, 5757 U.S. HWY 90 W., San Antonio | $2-$30 | Join the San Antonio Missions Baseball team for a promotion night featuring discounted tickets, drinks, and food.
Movies by Moonlight | Tuesday, July 25 | 8:30 p.m. | Travis Park, 301 E. Travis St., San Antonio | Free | Bring your lawn chairs for a screening of “A League of Their Own” and enjoy local food vendors.
The Saga | Tuesday, July 25-Tuesday, Sept. 5 | 9 p.m. | Main Plaza, 115 N. Main Ave., San Antonio | Free | See this video art projection of San Antonio’s history onto the oldest cathedral in the US.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Award

The Federal Aviation Administration announced the San Antonio International Airport will receive $17 million in grants. This funding will help the airport to complete reconstruction projects on taxiways and allow for the future addition of a third terminal by mid-2028.

Announced

The American Indian statue located at Red McCombs Superior Hyundai dealership will be removed after 40 years. As the dealership prepares to tear down the old facility to make way for a new building, the fiberglass statue does not meet Hyundai’s guidelines. The 26-ft structure will be deconstructed Monday, July 31. (Express News)

Sports

The University of Texas at San Antonio opened its newest athletic facility, Park West Fieldhouse, at the university’s Park West Athletics Complex. The $8 million, 14,325-sqft facility will house the women’s soccer team as well as the men’s + women’s track and field/cross country programs.

Today Is

The Food Hall at the Bottling Department’s 6th birthday. This food court, located at the Historic Pearl, is celebrating its special day with $6 food + drink specials all day long, including a puro San Antonio snack from Chilaquil.

Awards

🏆 And the winners are...

19th annual Best Places to Work Awards

SATXtoday: Best Places to Work Award Quantum Workplace

The 19th annual Best Places to Work Awards celebrates businesses who create supportive work environments for its employees. | Photo by Quantum Workplace

San Antonio Business Journal hosted the 19th annual Best Places to Work Awards at the University of the Incarnate Word. This program, in partnership with Quantum Workplace for Best Places to Work, recognizes local companies who have created supportive work environments for its employees.

How does it work?

Quantum Workplace sends company employees a survey looking into three areas: amenities, benefits, and workplace culture. Then a scoring system is created based on the survey results. The winners are then organized into five categories based on company size:

Extra-small (10 to 24 employees)
Small (25 to 49)
Medium (50 to 99)
Large (100-249)
Extra-large (250+)

And the winners are...

This year, 100 companies were recognized. Here are the ones who landed on top:

Extra-small: Foresite Commercial Real Estate
Small: Texas Medical Legal Consultants, LLC.
Medium: Computer Solutions
Large: Oak Haven Massage
Extra-large: Broadway Bank

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Adriana

From the editor

Happy National Tequila Day, for those who partake. When I go visit my parents, my mom and I like to make spicy margaritas, and of course we have our own recipe.

I won’t reveal the entire recipe, but it does include extra jalapeños and a few dashes of spicy olive juice. Our margaritas are always served along side chips, salsa, and guacamole.

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