The Mexican Collective at Cocktails in the City is a vibrant celebration of agave culture, bringing together three of London’s most iconic Mexican bar-restaurants and a curated line-up of emerging tequila and mezcal producers now available in the UK. Each evening, Hacha, Café Pacifico and 1910 Cantina will pop up side-by-side, offering guests a rare opportunity to explore the diversity of agave spirits through cocktails, storytelling and hospitality.
The Venues
Hacha
Known for its award-winning Mirror Margarita and agave-forward ethos, Hacha blends sleek design with deep respect for Mexican tradition. With locations in Dalston and Bermondsey, it’s a go-to for agave aficionados and cocktail lovers alike.
Café Pacifico
A Covent Garden institution since 1982, Café Pacifico is London’s original Mexican cantina. With its lively atmosphere, generous plates and legendary margaritas, it’s a nostalgic yet ever-relevant celebration of Mexican hospitality.
1910 Cantina
Named after the year of the Mexican Revolution, 1910 Cantina is a modern taqueria with soul. With locations in Balham and Parsons Green, it champions authentic recipes, bold flavours and one of the UK’s largest selections of tequila and mezcal.
The Brands
Mijenta Tequila
A carbon-neutral, additive-free tequila made in the highlands of Arandas. Mijenta is elegant, sustainable and complex—ideal for sipping or refined cocktails.
Sentir Mezcal
A boutique mezcal brand showcasing rare agave varietals like Cirial and Tepeztate. Sentir is all about terroir, tradition and expressive, small-batch craftsmanship.
Ilegal Mezcal
Born in a Guatemalan bar and now a global favourite, Ilegal is smoky, rebellious and full of character. Its joven, reposado and añejo expressions offer something for every palate.
Cazcabel Tequila
Crafted in the highlands of Jalisco, Caszcabel offers a playful range of tequilas including honey, coffee and coconut infusions alongside its classic blanco and reposado. Expect bold flavours and crowd-pleasing versatility.
Pa Todos Tequila
A newcomer with a name that means “for everyone,” Pa Todos is rooted in inclusivity and quality. Expect smooth, approachable tequila with a modern edge.
Rosaluna Mezcal
Organic, single-origin and family-made in Oaxaca, Rosaluna is a gateway mezcal—bright, floral and gently smoky, designed to be loved by mezcal newcomers and purists alike.
Hacien Pineapple Tequila
A tropical twist on tradition, Hacien infuses tequila with pineapple for a juicy, sun-kissed profile. It’s bold, fun and perfect for summer cocktails.
818 Tequila
With rapid global expansion and over 1.5 million bottles sold in its first year, it’s also a Certified B Corp, led by a woman-forward team, 818 champions inclusivity, ethical production, and eco-conscious innovation in the tequila world.
See you at the bar.
