Matthew McConaughey’s ‘King’s Sting’ Cocktail Shakes Things Up

However the highlight wasn’t simply on the film as a result of Matthew McConaughey additionally launched a brand new signature cocktail in collaboration with Pantalones Tequila.

The McConaugheys raised a glass to the premiere of Matthew’s newest movie, “The Rivals of Amziah King,” at SXSW, celebrating with none aside from Pantalones Natural Tequila. The Blast completely discovered that the occasion featured the debut of the “King’s Sting” cocktail.

Named after his character within the movie, the “King’s Sting” cocktail brings a daring twist to basic tequila drinks. Crafted with Pantalones Natural Reposado Tequila, contemporary lemon juice, and honey syrup, the drink is completed with a fiery garnish of habanero pepper and a honey-and-coarse-salt rim, embodying the proper steadiness of candy warmth.

The Blast obtained the recipe for this daring new cocktail by way of e-mail. Right here’s how one can combine it up and revel in it your self.

• 2 oz Pantalones Natural Reposado Tequila
• 1 oz Contemporary Lemon Juice
• 1 oz Honey Syrup (½ oz honey + ½ oz heat water)
• 1-2 Slices of Habanero Pepper (Garnish)
• Honey and Coarse Salt (Rim)

1. Rim a coupe glass with honey, then dip it into coarse salt; put aside.
2. Put together honey syrup by mixing equal components honey and heat water, stirring till mixed.
3. In a shaker, mix tequila, lemon juice, and honey syrup. Shake vigorously—or, as McConaughey places it, “such as you’re attempting to swat a bee away.”
4. Pour into the ready coupe glass.
5. Garnish with habanero slices to carry the King’s Sting warmth.
6. Sip and benefit from the candy burn.

The actor had a really busy weekend. Forward of the brand new film premiere, Pantalones co-founder Matthew McConaughey was seen on the Austin FC match, sipping tequila alongside longtime pal Woody Harrelson.

For years, McConaughey and Harrelson’s shut friendship has sparked jokes about how a lot they resemble one another. However what began as playful banter took a extra intriguing flip when McConaughey’s mom, Mary, casually dropped a comment that left each actors questioning whether or not they would possibly really be associated.

In response to McConaughey, his mom as soon as informed Harrelson that she “knew” his father, accompanied by a suggestive wink. That offhand comment led the longtime mates to contemplate the chance that they may share the identical organic father. Harrelson has since expressed curiosity in taking a DNA take a look at to uncover the reality.

If the outcomes affirm their suspicions, the revelation that McConaughey and Harrelson share the identical hitman father can be nothing in need of Hollywood gold and maybe even the proper premise for a Netflix documentary.

Since its launch, the model has captured consideration with its daring taste and playful branding, staying true to its carefree spirit.

The couple unveiled the following part of their cheeky “Official Tequila Of” marketing campaign to have fun the milestone, full with a lighthearted birthday tribute. In a commemorative photograph shared with The Blast, Matthew is seen embracing the event in basic McConaughey vogue, sporting half of his birthday swimsuit as he prepares to blow out the candles.

Pantalones Natural Tequila has shortly made a reputation for itself as an award-winning, agave-forward spirit, praised for its easy and flavorful profile. Whether or not sipped neat, shot with mates, or combined into a vacation cocktail, the tequila embodies a vibrant, celebratory vitality, making it good for any event.

Greater than only a premium tequila, Pantalones encourages a enjoyable, carefree lifestyle, bringing individuals along with every pour. And because the McConaugheys proceed their journey with the model, one factor stays sure, it is a celebration greatest loved with rather less restraint (and perhaps rather less clothes).

This milestone signifies that Pantalones Tequila can now be present in liquor shops, bars, and eating places nationwide, reflecting its rising demand and recognition.