MEX 1 Coastal Cantina Beverage Director wins Souls + Saints: Dia de los Muertos Cocktail Competition
November 7, 2017
MEX 1 Coastal Cantina’s Beverage Director, Morgan Hurley, was named the winner of 2018 CHS W+F Official Cocktail Competition, held as part of the Souls + Saints: Dia de los Muertos event, on Wednesday, Nov. 1. Hurley’s winning cocktail is “A Noble Hospitality,” and features Don Julio Reposado tequila, Aperol aperitif, Punt e Mes vermouth, Pineapple Juice, Vida Mezcal (rinse), and dehydrated orange (garnish). The winner was chosen by a panel of Food and Beverage industry judges.
Hurley will receive a feature in Imbibe Magazine, spotlights at Charleston Wine + Food Festival events including being the featured cocktail for the opening ceremonies on February 28th, and a $500 cash prize. The event, hosted by Charleston Wine + Food Festival and sponsored by the Charleston City Paper, featured delicious Latin cuisine from some of Charleston’s leading local chefs.
“I am thrilled to have won the 2018 Charleston Wine and Food Cocktail Competition.” Hurley said. “There was some tough competition this year, including going up against my own bar manager, Shannon Standhart. Tequila is a central part of our beverage program at Mex 1 Coastal Cantina and I feel this cocktail represents the spirit well.”
Both drinks are now available at MEX 1’s two locations, in West Ashley and Sullivan’s Island.
“The entire MEX 1 crew is very proud to have had two finalists and the winner of the W+F Cocktail Competition. It’s so gratifying to have MEX 1 represented in such a prominent event.” Said MEX 1 owner, Dave Lorenz.
Tequila cocktails have always been part of the foundation of what makes MEX 1 special. MEX 1 uses only 100% agave tequila and all margaritas are made with freshly squeezed juices. MEX 1 has an extensive tequila, rum and mezcal selection. Morgan Hurley handpicked all of the brands now being stocked after two trips to the region and focuses on brands that utilize more traditional techniques and promote sustainability in the region. Their selection is highlighted by their own specially crafted tequila: MEX 1 Herradura Double Reposado. Distilled in Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico, Herradura Double Reposado has notes of agave, caramel, vanilla, and a touch of spice.
Morgan Hurley will be a host of CHS W+F Te Amo, Tequila: A Tequila Beverage Workshop, Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 4pm. MEX 1 will host a Tequila Luncheon during the 2018 CHS W+F Festival on Friday, March 2nd 2018 at 12pm at their Sullivan’s Island location.
About MEX 1 Coastal Cantina
Founded in 2012, by Dave and Chrissy Lorenz with Roddy Smith, the goal of MEX 1 Coastal Cantina has been to serve fresh, flavorful Baja Mexican fare and premium tequilas in a friendly, laidback, ‘come as you are’ atmosphere – a vibe that embodies the surfing and coastal lifestyle paralleled to the Baja Peninsula culture. MEX 1 takes pride in serving fresh, locally sourced produce, much of which is found in their South Carolina’s backyard. MEX 1 uses only 100% agave tequila and all margaritas are made with freshly squeezed juices. MEX 1 has an extensive tequila, rum and mezcal selection and offers a number of house-infused tequilas including: pineapple, pineapple habanero, berry serrano, strawberry cucumber and jalapeno.
MEX 1 operates from two locations: its original site in the Avondale area of Highway 61 in West Ashley, SC, and its second location in Sullivan’s Island, SC, opened in the summer of 2016. For more information on MEX 1 Coast Cantina, please visit https://mex1coastalcantina.com/.
