Art of Tequila: Spirit of Mexico

A$275 · Offered by Harry Hartog Rare Books

The Art of Tequila: Spirit of Mexico is a visually arresting and authoritative exploration of tequila as one of Mexico's most enduring cultural forces. Blending rare archival imagery, elegantly photographed art bottles, and immersive scenes from Mexico's vibrant cultural life-from agave fields and master distilleries to the ritual artistry of charreria-the book traces tequila's evolution from its sacred origins in Jalisco to its modern role as a global symbol of Mexican identity and creative expression. At its core, The Art of Tequila: Spirit of Mexico celebrates the powerful intersection of art, craft, and innovation, featuring iconic Mexican artists such as Leonora Carrington, Francisco Toledo, Juan Soriano, Ana Pellicer, and Pedro Friedeberg, alongside internationally renowned figures including Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. The book pays homage to tequila's relationship with Mexico's artists and artisans, with a special focus on the visionary collaborations and artistic legacy of the Cuervo family of brands-including 1800 (R) Tequila, Maestro Dobel (R) Tequila, and Reserva de la Familia (R)-where each bottle becomes a sculptural, collectible work honoring heritage while pushing creative boundaries. A defining example within the book is 1800 (R) Tequila, which has an enduring commitment to the pursuit of the best taste, both in tequila and in life. As the world's most awarded tequila, 1800 (R) Tequila has long expressed this philosophy through art in non-traditiona

• Binding: Hardcover

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