El Tequileño is a heritage tequila brand, born in the town of Tequila, Jalisco — the same soil and traditions at the heart of Old Ways, New Hands.

Their commitment to craft, cultural pride, and authenticity makes them a natural partner for a program built on preserving Latin heritage.

As our proud partner, El Tequileño powered our Mentorship Residency, whisking our 2026 class away to the rolling hills of Tequila, Jalisco to share their distilling process, history and deep roots in the town of Tequila. El Tequileño also serves as the spirit in our collaborative, Summer cocktail collection.