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Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
LeBron James Had No Words for Exciting News on Wednesday
LeBron James Had No Words for Exciting News on Wednesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James had another successful season with the Los Angeles Lakers, capping off his 22nd year in the league. Advertisement James led the Lakers to the postseason before they suffered a loss in the first round. Los Angeles lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves, despite entering the postseason as the No. 3 team in the West. After the season, when James and the rest of his teammates had time to vacation and get their minds off the game, the Lakers star promoted his Lobos 1707 tequila and mezcal. James posted a big announcement regarding Lobos, mentioning that the brand has now been recognized at the 2025 New York International Spirits Competitions in one of the highest regards. "First released as a limited expression," posted the official social media account of LeBron James' Lobos account. "Chosen to stay. Now recognized at the 2025 New York International Spirits Competition in one of the highest regards - Double Gold. Crafted with patience, finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry wine barrels, our Añejo carries the depth of its journey in every sip. To the judges - thank you for the recognition. To our community - this moment is shared with you." LeBron James, Instagram LeBron James, Instagram LeBron James partnered with Lobos 1707 in 2020, serving as a major investor in the company in the same year the brand was founded. Advertisement He's also involved in other business ventures, including Beats by Dre, Liverpool FC and Blaze Pizza. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23).© Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Last season with the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James posted 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game. Related: LeBron James Had No Words for Luka Doncic Announcement on Saturday Related: Jason Kelce Turns Heads With Personal Announcement on Wednesday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cierto Tequila Named Brand of the Year at the 2025 Tequila Mezcal Challenge
Pure, Natural True Tequila Wins Nine Medals in Total NEW YORK, May 19, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Elevated Spirits Company is pleased to announce that Cierto Tequila received nine (9) medals, including two (2) Double Gold medals and three (3) Gold medals, at the 2025 Tequila Mezcal Challenge (TMC) – the most of any brand in the competition. Cierto's Private Collection Añejo and Private Collection Extra Añejo were both named Best of Show, bestowed upon the top-scoring products in the entire agave-focused competition (the largest of its kind in the world). And in acknowledgement of its impressive awards haul, Cierto was given the prestigious title of Brand of the Year. With these new honors, Cierto has won one thousand one hundred twenty-seven (1,127) international medals and awards. About Cierto Tequila and Elevated Spirits Company The Elevated Spirits Company is the producer of Cierto Tequila – authentic, 100% natural, additive-free, luxury tequila made in Jalisco, Mexico. Cierto means "True," the perfect word to describe this remarkable award-winning family of tequilas – patiently crafted expressions of pure Highlands agave, harvested by fourth and fifth generation agaveros at peak maturity. The Elevated Spirits portfolio includes the Cierto Private Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo, as well as the Cierto Reserve Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo. Due to their character, complexity and luxuriously smooth taste, these eight agave expressions are widely acknowledged by tequila connoisseurs as "The World's Finest Tequila" and some of the best tequilas ever made. Cierto recently became the first tequila brand to surpass 1,100 international medals and awards, making it "The Most Awarded Tequila in History." Learn more at About Tequila Mezcal Challenge (TMC) The Tequila Mezcal Challenge, organized by Wine Country Network, is the largest spirits competition dedicated to defining excellence in more than 60 categories of tequila, mezcal and agave spirits. All spirits are tasted double-blind by a prestigious and well-rounded panel of beverage professionals including master sommeliers, journalists, retail buyers and F&B directors. View source version on Contacts For press or other inquiries, please contact press@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
19-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cierto Tequila Named Brand of the Year at the 2025 Tequila Mezcal Challenge
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Elevated Spirits Company is pleased to announce that Cierto Tequila received nine (9) medals, including two (2) Double Gold medals and three (3) Gold medals, at the 2025 Tequila Mezcal Challenge (TMC) – the most of any brand in the competition. Cierto's Private Collection Añejo and Private Collection Extra Añejo were both named Best of Show, bestowed upon the top-scoring products in the entire agave-focused competition (the largest of its kind in the world). And in acknowledgement of its impressive awards haul, Cierto was given the prestigious title of Brand of the Year. With these new honors, Cierto has won one thousand one hundred twenty-seven (1,127) international medals and awards. About Cierto Tequila and Elevated Spirits Company The Elevated Spirits Company is the producer of Cierto Tequila – authentic, 100% natural, additive-free, luxury tequila made in Jalisco, Mexico. Cierto means 'True,' the perfect word to describe this remarkable award-winning family of tequilas – patiently crafted expressions of pure Highlands agave, harvested by fourth and fifth generation agaveros at peak maturity. The Elevated Spirits portfolio includes the Cierto Private Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo, as well as the Cierto Reserve Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo. Due to their character, complexity and luxuriously smooth taste, these eight agave expressions are widely acknowledged by tequila connoisseurs as 'The World's Finest Tequila' and some of the best tequilas ever made. Cierto recently became the first tequila brand to surpass 1,100 international medals and awards, making it 'The Most Awarded Tequila in History.' Learn more at The Tequila Mezcal Challenge, organized by Wine Country Network, is the largest spirits competition dedicated to defining excellence in more than 60 categories of tequila, mezcal and agave spirits. All spirits are tasted double-blind by a prestigious and well-rounded panel of beverage professionals including master sommeliers, journalists, retail buyers and F&B directors.
Business Wire
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cierto Tequila Wins Eight Medals at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Elevated Spirits Company is pleased to announce that Cierto Tequila received eight (8) medals at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) – including a remarkable two (2) Double Gold medals and three (3) Gold medals. In total, this marks the seventh consecutive year in which Cierto's range of 100% natural, additive-free tequila has been honored as a Double Gold winner at SFWSC, which is widely considered the standard-bearer for global spirits competitions – affirming Cierto's status as the 'World's Finest Tequila.' With these new honors, Cierto has won one thousand one hundred eighteen (1,118) international medals and awards. About Cierto Tequila and Elevated Spirits Company The Elevated Spirits Company is the producer of Cierto Tequila – authentic, 100% natural, additive-free, luxury tequila made in Jalisco, Mexico. Cierto means 'True,' the perfect word to describe this remarkable award-winning family of tequilas – patiently crafted expressions of pure Highlands agave, harvested by fourth and fifth generation agaveros at peak maturity. The Elevated Spirits portfolio includes the Cierto Private Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo, as well as the Cierto Reserve Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo. Due to their character, complexity and luxuriously smooth taste, these eight agave expressions are widely acknowledged by tequila connoisseurs as 'The World's Finest Tequila' and some of the best tequilas ever made. Cierto recently became the first tequila brand to surpass 1,100 international medals and awards, making it 'The Most Awarded Tequila in History.' Learn more at About San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) Founded in 2000, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition is one of the oldest and most reputable competitions of its kind. Every year, esteemed judges from around the world come together to engage in a blind tasting process that ensures every entry is judged fairly. The judges of the SFWSC are seasoned industry experts, each with a well-defined story and trusted palate.
Business Wire
13-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cierto Tequila Wins Eight Medals at the 2025 L.A. Spirits Awards
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Elevated Spirits Company is pleased to announce that Cierto Tequila received eight (8) medals, including two (2) Platinum medals and one (1) Gold medal, at the 2025 L.A. Spirits Awards (LASA) – the most of any tequila brand in the competition. The brand's continued success with L.A. Spirits Awards and its panel of the beverage industry's top opinion leaders reflects a rapidly growing appreciation and advocacy for Cierto's award-winning, additive-free True tequila. Painstakingly handcrafted by multigenerational Master Distillers Enrique Fonseca and Sergio Mendoza with fully mature, estate-grown agave, Cierto's exquisite taste and authenticity remain unmatched. With these new honors, Cierto has won one thousand one hundred ten (1,110) international medals and awards. About Cierto Tequila and Elevated Spirits Company The Elevated Spirits Company is the producer of Cierto Tequila – authentic, 100% natural, additive-free, luxury tequila made in Jalisco, Mexico. Cierto means 'True,' the perfect word to describe this remarkable award-winning family of tequilas – patiently crafted expressions of pure Highlands agave, harvested by fourth and fifth generation agaveros at peak maturity. The Elevated Spirits portfolio includes the Cierto Private Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo, as well as the Cierto Reserve Collection Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Extra Añejo. Due to their character, complexity and luxuriously smooth taste, these eight agave expressions are widely acknowledged by tequila connoisseurs as 'The World's Finest Tequila' and some of the best tequilas ever made. Cierto recently became the first tequila brand to surpass 1,100 international medals and awards, making it 'The Most Awarded Tequila in History.' Learn more at For press or other inquiries, please contact press@ About L.A. Spirits Awards (LASA) L.A. Spirits Awards was conceived in 2019 by Nicolette Teo and Joel Blum, veterans of the competition business, who realized the need for a new competition paradigm – one that judges spirits quality from the perspective of a new, fresh and diverse generation of experts that reflects the look of the contemporary spirits industry.
