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Pimentae Tequila Espresso Martini ready-to-drink cocktail
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Pimentae launches Tequila Espresso Martini exclusively at Tesco Ireland

London-based tequila cocktail brand Pimentae has launched a Tequila Espresso Martini exclusively at Tesco Ireland, available in 106 stores for the Christmas season alongside its existing Spicy, Tommy's and Grapefruit…

Sam Allcock · 13 November 2026 · 2 min read
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Stir-up Sunday22Nov · SunMake the Christmas pudding Traditionally the Sunday before Advent.
St Andrew's Day30Nov · MonCook something Scottish Scotch lamb muckle pie
Christmas Day25Dec · FriBook the food shop early Delivery slot dates
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