A Complete Guide to the Best Celebrity-Backed Alcohol Brands
Stars—they drink just like us!
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You and I both know the reality: there are a lot of business ventures tied to celebrity names. From gummy vitamins and candles to novelty McDonald’s meals, it can sometimes feel like these are, dare I say it, cash grabs. ELLE even has a column dedicated to testing celebrity beauty brands.
But when it comes to wine and spirits, it’s hard to know what all is out there, let alone which concoctions are actually worth a shot (pun intended). If there’s one thing to be said about celebrities, it’s that they know how to party. Even if you’re not of the star-loving persuasion, there’s something enticing about nursing the same rye as a famous Hollywood actor. From gin to cognac, and even some non-alcoholic mixers, there’s something tasty for every palette.
I’ve scoured the depths of the internet to bring you a definitive guide to every celebrity-affiliated libation out there, with just one notable exception that begets a brief but enchanting story of its own. In 2006, American treasure Danny DeVito made an appearance on The View after spending a debaucherous night out with George Clooney. So the story goes, DeVito was still verifiably inebriated during the talk show appearance, attributing his state to some seven limoncellos. In the best publicity move of all time, DeVito then launched his own brand of the the Italian citrus liqueur. Sadly, it has since been discontinued and is nearly impossible to find, rendering us unable to include it in the list below. If you find a bottle of it collecting dust somewhere, please send it with haste to the ELLE offices (for research purposes, of course).
Let us keep in mind the curious case of Danny DeVito’s now-collectible limoncello as we explore the more readily available A-list beverages for purchase. If you’re lucky, your bottle might even be worth something if it goes out of production.
Here, find a complete guide to sipping like the stars.
FOR TEQUILA LOVERS
This musical duo did famously sing, “I drink too much, and that’s an issue,” so this shouldn’t come as a huge surprise. What you might not know, however, is that Eliot Tebele of @FuckJerry Instagram fame is also a co-founder.
There are as many opinions about the KarJenners as there are people on this planet. You’re either game to support them, or you aren’t. All I can say is that I once mysteriously evaded a hangover after a night of drinking exclusively 818. I definitely should have been hungover, so one point to Kendall.
What started as another buzzy celebrity alcohol has justifiably become one of the most prevalent tequila brands in bars and restaurants across America. What can’t Clooney do?
Dwayne Johnson might be one of the most likable men in Hollywood. From precious family content on his Instagram to his philanthropic passions, this ethically made tequila is just another reason to like the guy.
Villa One: it’s not just tequila. The Jonas brother and partner John Varvatos opened Villa One Tequila Gardens in San Diego earlier this fall, and plan to franchise the restaurant in L.A., New York, Miami, and Las Vegas, too.
Drink like a king, and not just any king—the King. LeBron isn’t a founder or executive at Lobos, but he is an investor. Real recognizes real, as they say.
Not much to say about this, is there? Elon Musk made his own tequila...just because. Only 420 of the lightning-shaped bottles were produced, priced at $420. (Make of that what you will.) This was followed by a subsequent CyberBeer launch. Both of these quickly sold out, so you’ve got to act fast if you want to get your hands on a piece of the action next time Musk drops a beverage.
For those with the most luxe taste in tequila, Michael Jordan’s Cincoro is considered “super-premium.” As a bonus fans of the sport, Jordan is actually just one of five NBA team owners who founded the company.
FOR VODKA LOVERS
When Kate Hudson realized there were no major vodkas founded by women, there was only one thing to do: create the very best one all on her own.
Two ways to guarantee your next function doesn’t flop: stock the bar cart with Voli 305; then play Pitbull’s greatest hits.
If there’s only one thing you know about Idaho, it’s probably that the state is renowned for its spuds. So if potato vodka is your go-to, add Channing Tatum’s small-batch offering to your list.
FOR RUM LOVERS
Weezy himself collaborated on a line of rums with Barbados-based company Bumbu. The recipes are based on and inspired by those of sailors from the 1500 and 1600s who incorporated the flavors of the West Indies into their spirits. We love a bit of history!
If you’re a Kenny Chesney fan, your happy place is probably somewhere on a beach or in a boat, shoe-less, a little sunburnt, and with a drink in your hand—but that part goes without saying. The country music singer has a full lineup of flavors and fun twists on this liquor.
If you are like me, you would do anything to bottle up Bruno Mar’s “24K Magic” disco spirit and drink it. Sipping on Selvarey is the closest you can get to that.
According to Ciara, rum was the first alcoholic drink she ever had, and Ten to One in particular was the first sip she took after having her third child. So, it’s safe to assume it holds a special place in her heart.
FOR WHISKEY LOVERS
A$AP Rocky has everything going for him: banger hits, impeccable style, PERFECT teeth, and um, a burgeoning family with none other than Rihanna. Drinking this whiskey probably won’t turn you into him, but it might be worth attempting anyway.
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