The grill & bar is shaking up a new
Espresso Martini with a Chili's twist, available starting April
15
DALLAS, April 15,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chili's® Grill & Bar is
introducing its own version of the ever-popular Espresso Martini
with a modification only Chili's could shake up ꟷ swapping
the traditionally used vodka for reposado tequila. To help bring
its Espresso Martini to restaurants nationwide, Chili's has
partnered with fan-favorite reality stars, Scheana Shay and
Katie Maloney, who know a thing or
two about tequila and Espresso Martinis. Cocktail lovers can
sip on Chili's Espresso Martini starting today, April
15.
"Chili's is known for its iconic margaritas, but we make some
fantastic cocktails, too," said Jesse
Johnson, Vice President of Marketing at Chili's Grill &
Bar. "To me, an Espresso Martini made with tequila is not only far
superior to vodka, but one that feels shaken with Chili's DNA. In
working with cocktail queens Scheana and Katie, we found a recipe
that even Espresso Martini haters are going to love."
While Katie brought the tequila expertise, Scheana – a former
Chili's waitress – knew guests would enjoy sipping on an Espresso
Martini as much as she does.
"I came to appreciate the craft of shaking up a great tequila
cocktail while working at Chili's from 2005-2006, starting of
course with the famous Chili's Presidente Margarita," said Scheana
Shay. "Being back at Chili's to collaborate with the brand in a new
capacity, while combining my love for Espresso Martinis, is truly a
full circle moment."
"It's no secret that I have a soft spot for tequila," said
Katie Maloney. "The Chili's Espresso
Martini has everything you want in a great cocktail ꟷ the right mix
of flavors, tequila, and the perfect garnish. Fans are going to
love the taste whether enjoyed with some chips and salsa or my
personal favorite, Chili's Chicken Crispers."
Scheana and Katie will also appear in a series of videos that
whimsically nod to their reality television fame and show them
flexing their bartending skills as they moonlight as bartenders in
a Chili's restaurant. The ads will run throughout the Spring on TV,
streaming platforms, social media and other digital
platforms.
Chili's Espresso Martini, made with Lunazul® Reposado Tequila,
Captain Morgan® Spiced Rum, Monin® Agave Nectar, Owen's Espresso
Martini Mix and garnished with coffee beans, will be available in
Chili's restaurants nationwide starting April 15. For more information and to find a
Chili's Espresso Martini at a location near you, visit
chilis.com. Must be 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol.
About Chili's® Grill & Bar
Hi, welcome to Chili's! We are a leader in the casual dining
industry and the flagship brand of Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc.
(NYSE: EAT). We are known for our big mouth burgers, Chicken
Crispers®, full-on sizzling fajitas and hand-shaken margaritas. We
take our food seriously – but not ourselves – because dining out
should feel like a celebration even if there is nothing to
celebrate. Our passion is making everyone feel special, and every
day, our ChiliHeads make it their job to spread #ChilisLove across
our more than 1,600 restaurants in 29 countries and two
territories. And Chili's cares. We host local Give Back Events to
support kids, education and hunger and have raised more than
$100 million benefiting St. Jude
Children's Research Hospital through generous Guest donations. Find
more information about us at chilis.com, follow us on
Twitter or Instagram, like us on Facebook or join us on
TikTok.
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