Tequilabamba at Casa del Barco with Tequila Connoisseur Amari Lockey presented by Virginia Business.  Grand Tasting Included.

Savor a Delicious Craft Tequila and Mezcal Reception & Dinner Curated by Javier Gonzalez and Amari Lockey, Paired with Artisan Cuisine from Casa del Barco   

This is an exclusive event limited to only 55 attendees.

Explore the incredible - and growing - world of craft tequila and mezcal at this curated walk-around tasting reception featuring 20+ premium blanco, reposado, anejo, and extra anejo sipping tequilas, top-shelf mezcals, and some delicious wines.  The delicious tequilas and mezcals will be paired with Casa del Barco's artisan cuisine, including a Sinaloan raw bar and numerous small plates (tentative menu below).  

Amari Lockey, who is about to complete his official certification as a Tequila Connoisseur, will be hosting.

Your Ticket to Tequilabamba Includes a Ticket to the Walk-Around Grand Tasting: VIP/Early Sunday Afternoon on Sunday, March 9

Deepen and enrich your understanding of highly-regarded sipping tequilas and mezcals at the opening reception and dinner.

Every taste at Tequilabamba will be poured by knowledgeable representatives capable of providing details on the tequilas and mezcals to enhance your drinking pleasure.

Tequila enthusiasts, novice tequila and mezcal drinkers, and foodies will thoroughly enjoy this event.  

About Our Host Restaurant, Casa del Barco - Short Pump Town Center

We're excited to share that beautiful Casa del Barco - Short Pump Town Center will host Tequilabamba.   

Casa del Barco is Richmond’s destination for redefined Mexican cuisine.  This chef-driven restaurant emphasizes fresh, local ingredients to create an exciting, authentic dining experience. Our list of over 130 tequilas (Central Virginia's largest) is still growing and pleases the casual spirit sippers to the most seasoned aficionados.

Materials from the historic 1890s Reynolds Metals Italianate building were repurposed into tabletops as well as a ceiling feature that allows guests to sign and hang tequila bottles as they're emptied!

Tentative Menu

Handmade 

• Guacamole and Salsa

Sinaloan Raw Bar

• shrimp agua chile
• scallop ceviche 
• tuna tostadas 
• 1/2 shell oysters with habanero salsa and lime 

Small Plates

• albondigas, onion, cotija salsa roja
• chicken mole tamales
• street corn lime,mayo queso fresco
• al pastor tacos cilantro, onion, pineapple corn tortillas 

Sweet Small Plates

• house-made churros 
• fried ice cream 

Tentative List of Tequilas and Mezcals 

About Tequila Connoisseur Javier Gonzalez 

Javier is the General Manager at Casa Del Barco Canal Walk (but will be joining us at the Casa Del Barco Short Pump location for Tequilabamba), and has been hosting private tequila tastings for guests across his 2 years with the company. With 15 years of experience in the international service industry, he thrives on crafting unforgettable experiences for guests. Originally from Mexico, Javier found his home in Virginia four years ago, and is passionate about sharing the richness of his country’s culture wherever he goes—whether through its spirits, cuisine, or stories.

Javier is a certified tequila connoisseur through the International Tequila Academy, and is working toward earning his sommelier certification. With years of studying and savoring Mexico’s national drink under his belt, Javier firmly believes in honoring tradition and taking a deep, respectful approach to the craft of tequila.

With Your Ticket, You Will:

• Taste 20+ highly-regarded sipping tequilas, mezcals, and cocktails at this walk-around event
• Knowledgeable servers will educate you about the tequilas and mezcals you will be tasting
• Savor artisan cuisine from Casa del Barco
• Receive and keep a beautiful Stolzle Crystal Nosing glass (perfect for fine Tequila, Mezcal or Whiskey) 

Important Information

• Only 21 years or older are permitted to enter the event.
• Smart casual or smart chic attire recommended.
• All inclusive.