# Tequila-Based Espresso Martinis The Chili's Espresso Martini is Made with Reposado Tequila By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-04-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilis-espresso-martini References: [the-sun](https://www.the-sun.com/money/11098490/chilis-espresso-martini-vodka-vanderpump/) & [chilis](http://www.chilis.com/)  Chili's is known for its margaritas and the casual dining chain is shaking up the perenially popular [espresso martini cocktail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-tini) with its own tequila-based recipe, the Chili's Espresso Martini. To spread the word about its [espresso martini made with reposado tequila](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ube-espresso-martini), Chili's teamed up with reality stars Scheana Shay and Katie Maloney. "To me, an Espresso Martini made with tequila is not only far superior to vodka, but one that feels shaken with Chili's DNA," says Jesse Johnson, Vice President of Marketing at [Chili's Grill & Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-frozen-margaritas). The Chili's Espresso Martini is ready to be sipped with several menu items from the chain, including everything from chips and salsa to Chili's Chicken Crispers—which Maloney calls a personal favorite. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 23% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tequila-based Espresso Martinis:** Unlocking new flavor profiles in classic cocktails with tequila as the key ingredient. - **Celebrity Collaborations in Mixology:** Elevating brand awareness for cocktails through partnerships with popular personalities. - **Branded Cocktail Experiences:** Enhancing customer engagement by infusing unique brand identity into cocktail offerings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Revolutionizing traditional cocktail recipes by incorporating innovative ingredients for heightened consumer appeal. - **Hospitality and Entertainment:** Leveraging celebrity endorsements to create buzz around signature cocktail creations and drive foot traffic to establishments. - **Marketing and Branding:** Creating immersive and memorable experiences through branded cocktails to strengthen brand affinity and customer loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pre-Mixed Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chillers-espresso-martini.md) - [Dairy-Free Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-brew.md) - [Espresso Martini Flights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-martini-flight.md) - [Premium Frozen Margaritas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-frozen-margaritas.md) - [Bottled Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-espresso-martini.md) - [Parmesan Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmesan-espresso-martini.md) - [Black Cherry Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martini-menu.md) - [Dubai Chocolate-Style Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-style-espresso-martini.md) - [Cinnamon Espresso Martinis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-espresso-martini.md)