Remember when Turtle was trying to do business with Avion?
Well, Avion tequila is REAL, and it is GOOD. I was able to try it for the first time at Mija last week.
Now for those of you who think I’m speaking in tongues (Turtle? Avion? Mija?) I assure you that I can explain, and that I not referring to a little reptile.
The Turtle I am referring to is actually a character in the HBO series Entourage. Last season, he and main character Vinny Chase were working with a premium tequila called Avion. And Mija is Boston’s latest cantina and tequila bar.
I predict that Mija is going to be one of the city’s most popular spots, especially for tequila fans like me. I mean, they only have 150 different tequilas, assembling the most extensive tequila selection in Massachusetts. No biggie. And Mija is beautiful. All leather seats and wooden high ceilings, it is the best sight for sore eyes in tourist-ridden Faneuil Hall.
chic decor and a crowded bar
look at that beautiful banquet and leather chairs
that's owner and co-founder Charlie at the second bar...
... where I had my first shot of Tequila Avion
And it was one smooth, straight up shot. We had the anejo variety, which is a tequila that is aged for at least one year to three years. Avion was rich and smoky, with vanilla flavors and hints of coconut. I loved it.
That night, I also discovered what may now be my favorite shooter:
do you know what a Baby Guinness is?
first you start with Patron Cafe, then you top it with Baileys
Yes, coffee flavored tequila, topped with Baileys. Delicious. A Baby Guinness can also be made with other coffee liqueurs (like Kahlua), but always topped with a layer of Irish cream, so that the little shot glasses look like mini glasses of Guinness. So cute. And did I mention delicious?
that's me with my friends Marcus and Eric holding their Baby Guinnesses (because I already downed mine as soon as the bartender finished making it)
Mija also serves Mexican cuisine, which I will certainly come back for in the future. I checked out the menu and saw that they offer seared Manchego cheese. And lobster-jalapeno tacos. And a tres leches cake. Plus all that tequila! (Did the owners hack into the favorite foods section of my brain??) I’m glad to see a new upscale Mexican cantina in town, and I can’t wait to go back.
Do you like tequila? And tell me about your favorite shots/cocktails!
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Hehe, I love Entourage! Have you seen Turtle lost a ton of weight?! I digress… this place looks fun and cozy! After much trial and tribulation, I’ve decided silver tequila is my thing. With fresh fruit juice. Can’t handle the shooters though!
I have only walked by, which is such a shame since I am so close. I agree the interior is quite stunning! A baby Guinness is now at the top of my list of drinks to try!!
Yeah he’s really skinny now! I like the old Turtle better. The new season’s starting soon!
Haha, I totally knew what Turtle you were referring to. Now I need to try this tequila. Can’t wait for the next (last?) season of Entourage!!!
Ahhh I miss Entourage!! That place looks like fun!
love the looks of this place — and those babes! ha! i love tequila…just plain, no chasers or “training wheels.” mmmmmm
Christina, I always knew you were my kinda gal…
Lol, Tequila and I are not friends and I’m actually a really big wimp when it comes to any kind of shot!
Those Baby Guinness shots look AWESOME. I’m not a huge shooter person, but I’d definitely be down for one (or two) of those!
I need to try the Baby Guinness shots! They sound delicious!
Um, yes please to every single thing in this post.
Mija is definitely on my radar now!
That looks like a blast! Love all the varieties of tequila that are out there!
I didn’t start enjoy tequila until I tried some really good tequila while in Mexico. I have some crema tequila that I brought back with me and it makes the perfect nightcap!
I don’t know much about tequila at all, but I think I would like that shot!
I had a layover in London last year, and they were sampling the coffee flavored Patron. (only in Europe would they just give out free shots of booze) It was deeelicious; I am definitely going to try the Baby Guinness now.
Hi Isabella, thank you for dropping by my blog! I would totally get in trouble if there were free samples of tequila in airports here! haha. When I was in Japan a couple of years ago they were also sampling some sake in the airport. Good, but not as great as coffee flavored tequila
PS – I love your name.
Elina I just checked – I thought the new season was starting this weekend, but it’s actually on July 24th! So a few more weeks of waiting for me (and you!) :p
I now know what a Baby Guinness is! And it definitely looks like a drink I would love! I’ve never been a fan of tequila, quite like you, but flavor it with coffee and that’s a whole different thing!
I love tequila, im obsessed.
how was the food at Mija? Does it have a nice nightlife scene?
Hey Meesh, I didn’t get to eat (just liquid calories for me that night haha) but the menu looks incredible. And yes, NICE nightlife, although I would suggest going on a weeknight
What a fun post! Thanks for the link