August's Product of the Month: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila
The Manager's Special is not just a discount sticker on a bottle. Each month we pick one spirit, explain what makes it interesting, and give you a simple way to try it properly at the bar.
Single Measure
25ml
Doubles available at standard bar pricing. Subject to availability. Challenge 25 applies.
Learn the bottle
What makes Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila worth trying?
Silver tequila keeps the focus on fresh agave rather than oak. That makes it bright, crisp and cocktail-friendly: exactly the style you want in a Margarita, tequila soda or grapefruit serve.
Why we picked it
August is peak citrus-and-ice weather. Jose Cuervo Silver gives us a clean tequila special that teaches people tequila can be refreshing and food-friendly, not just a shot.
What to taste for
Fresh agave sweetness, citrus lift and a clean finish. It is sharper and lighter than aged tequila styles.
Best first serve
A simple Margarita with lime, or a tall tequila soda with fresh lime if you want something lighter. Grapefruit soda gives a Paloma-style serve.
Bar team tip: If tequila has only ever meant shots, try it tall with soda and lime. You taste the agave without the sweetness of a cocktail.
Tasting guide
How to get more from the glass
You do not need to be a spirits expert. Use these notes to decide whether this month's bottle suits your taste.
Pairs well with
- Fish and chips with extra lime or lemon
- Chicken dishes and lighter pizzas
- Anything with chilli, where tequila's citrus edge helps
Try it if you like
- Margaritas
- Palomas
- Vodka soda with lime, but want more character
Useful words
Agave
The plant used to make tequila. It gives tequila its green, lightly sweet and peppery character.
Silver tequila
A clear tequila style that is usually chosen for freshness and mixing rather than oak-aged richness.
Paloma
A tequila and grapefruit drink style. It is bright, fizzy and less sweet than many tropical cocktails.
Why we do it
The Anchor is a community pub at heart. The Manager's Special is our monthly thank-you, a way to share premium spirits at a price that feels fair, and to keep the back bar fun for everyone.
- Give back to our locals with a proper discount on a standout bottle.
- Make it easy to try something premium without committing to a full bottle.
- Showcase the best of our spirits range at genuine pub prices.
How it works
- 1We pick one premium spirit for the month.
- 2Every serve of that bottle is 25% off for the whole month.
- 3Ask the bar team for the best serve, tasting notes and garnish.
No memberships, no vouchers, no happy-hour window, just one great bottle, all month.
Manager's Special FAQs
Offer valid until 31 August 2026