Practical Magic's Margaritas: Real Tequila or Fake?

The cult classic 'Practical Magic' is back in the spotlight, sparking conversations about its famous margaritas. While the assumption is that no real alcohol was used in the original film's iconic midnight margarita scene, reports suggest otherwise. Director Griffin Dunne and legend have it that Nicole Kidman brought real tequila to set, with Dunne admitting to being "quite shit-faced" by the end of shooting.

Today, actors are generally discouraged from consuming real alcohol on set to ensure safety and maintain performance quality. This aligns with industry practices, though specific SAG-AFTRA policies are not explicit. However, for the press tours surrounding the sequel, stars like Joey King and Maisie Williams have been openly enjoying "real margs," describing them as "truth juice."

Despite the general prohibition on set, actors have shared stories of drinking during filming or partying between takes. However, concerns about actor well-being are paramount, with allegations of pressure to drink and subsequent relapses highlighting the importance of leaving real alcohol off set to protect performers.