Nosotros Tequila Summer Series at 21 Oceanfront

We are so excited to be a part of this year's Nosotros Summer Series! Join us on Saturday, July 12th, from 2-4pm for a special event that will pair our swordfish with a tequila tasting featuring the full lineup of Nostros Tequila.

• Tequila tasting led by Niko Loya
• 1 welcome cocktail
• 1 swordfish entree per person

There are only 75 tickets available for this event & it will sell out fast, so get yours now!

This event is produced in partnership with Poolside Agency.

From a college assignment to world-renowned spirits.

Nosotros Tequila began in 2015 as a passion project between two college students, Carlos Soto from Costa Rica and Michael Arbanas from Loyola Marymount University. What started as a business school pitch became reality in 2017, when they officially launched the brand. Fast forward to today—Nosotros is a multi-award-winning tequila and mezcal brand known for its clean taste, sustainability efforts, and creative expressions.

Nosotros Tequila burst onto the scene by winning Best Tequila and Double Gold at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition with their very first batch of Blanco. Since then, they’ve continued racking up accolades:

Nosotros Blanco – World’s Best Tasting Tequila (SFWSC 2017)

Reposado – Gold Medal Winner (SFWSC 2019)

Madera Añejo & Cider-Barrel Añejo – Critically praised limited editions

Mezcal (Espadín + Tobalá blend) – Celebrated for its rare, smoky complexity

From fresh and peppery to rich and dessert-like.

Here’s what you’ll get to experience at our tasting:

Nosotros Blanco

50/50 blend of highland and lowland agave

Crisp citrus, black pepper, creamy mouthfeel

Nosotros Reposado

Aged 11 months in oak barrels

Vanilla, cinnamon, honey, and spice

Nosotros Madera Añejo

Aged 21 months

Deep caramel, coconut, and toasted oak

Cider-Barrel Añejo (Limited Edition)

Aged in bourbon barrels, then cider barrels

Hints of baked apple, vanilla, and clove

Nosotros Mezcal (Espadín + Tobalá)

Unaged blend of two wild agaves

Smoky, with stone fruit and a light salinity

Located at the base of the historic Newport Pier, 21 Oceanfront Restaurant is housed in the landmark McFadden Building, one of the oldest structures on the Balboa Peninsula. This location played a pivotal role in shaping the early development of Newport Beach.

• The iconic brick building at 2100 West Oceanfront began as the B.K. Stone Building, commissioned in 1927 by Bagasar K. Stone and designed by architect Frank Lansdown, replacing an earlier structure on the site.

• Before that, brothers James and Robert McFadden built Newport’s first wharf here in 1888, linked by rail to Santa Ana, which catalyzed the growth of Newport Landing and shaped the future of the Balboa Peninsula.

Over the decades, the building has hosted a variety of restaurants, bars, and gathering spaces, including well-known establishments like Alley West, The Ritz, and The Rex, each contributing to its colorful legacy. In 1991, 21 Oceanfront opened its doors, bringing timeless elegance, classic coastal cuisine, and sweeping ocean views to the historic property.

Today, 21 Oceanfront stands as a Newport Beach institution—honoring its storied past while offering guests a refined and memorable dining experience rooted in tradition and hospitality.

Ambiance at 21 OceanfrontElegant and timeless, 21 Oceanfront offers a refined, club-like setting with leather booths, wood-paneled walls, and tuxedoed service—all set against sweeping ocean views. Live music and a polished cocktail lounge enhance the upscale yet relaxed atmosphere, making it perfect for romantic dinners or special occasions.

Seafood-driven, steakhouse roots—prepared with finesse. The menu showcases prime steaks and fresh seafood, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and a sunset-lit dining room for a truly elevated coastal experience.

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