13. Sean “Diddy” Combs
The rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is also one of the celebrities who own a tequila brand. DeLeón Tequila is a luxury tequila that first launched in 2009 and the interesting part about it, besides the taste, is that it’s sold in fragrance-grade glass bottles.
“Celebration is a cornerstone of all my businesses, and this joint venture is a natural extension of that portfolio,” Combs says.
“DeLeón is an outstanding brand that appeals to those who love exceptional Tequila in a distinctive bottle,” he added. “Together with Diageo, we will take DeLeón to new heights.”
14. George Clooney
George Clooney is one of the cofounders of Casamigos tequila since 2013. In partnership with Rande Garber, nightlife entrepreneur and Mike Meldman, a real-estate tycoon, Clooney developed a luxurious tequila made in Jalisco, Mexico.
“What was really important for George and I was that we have the best tequila, but we make it affordable for everyone,” Garber told Business Insider in 2017. “We wanted everyone to be able to drink it and not be exclusive.”
“What was really important for George and I was that we have the best tequila, but we make it affordable for everyone,” he said. “George doesn’t need the money, I didn’t need it, Mike didn’t need it — it wasn’t the reason behind launching a tequila. We wanted everyone to be able to drink it and not be exclusive.”
15. Justin Timberlake
Singer and actor Justin Timberlake created Sauza 901 in partnership with Casa Sauza. He created his first tequila back in 2009. His triple-distilled tequila became soon very famous for its smoothness and won a gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2012.
According to Forbes, Justin Timberlake chose the name “901” for his tequila because it’s a nod to his hometown area code in Memphis, Tennessee.
“My love for tequila began a few years ago after I visited the tequila heartland of Jalisco, Mexico, and saw the passion and craftsmanship that goes into every bottle,” Timberlake said in a statement. “That trip inspired me to create 901, and I’m thrilled to partner with Sauza to spread the word about this great tequila.”
