Tequila Poker

By Matthew Kennedy | Updated 26 March 2025

Tequila Poker

Can’t decide between poker and blackjack? No problem—Tequila Poker says, “Why not try both?” This spicy little hybrid combines the hand-ranking thrill of poker with the number-chasing simplicity of blackjack, all in one unique and strangely satisfying game. It’s the ideal choice for players who enjoy variety or cannot be trusted to select just one table.

You’ll find this oddball classic at many online casinos, where it’s earned cult status for being part poker, part maths, and part “Wait, what am I playing again?” But don’t let the sombrero fool you—beneath the unique theme is a game that’s fast, fun, and pretty easy once you get the hang of it.

How to Play Tequila Poker

Once you’ve placed your ante bet (usually from 5p to £100), you’ll be dealt four cards. At this point, you’ve got a choice to make: fold and forfeit your bet or continue playing by selecting one of two game modes:

⭐ Tequila Poker – You aim to build the best five-card poker hand using the inicial four cards and two additional ones dealt after choosing this mode. Think traditional poker hands—pairs, flushes, straights, and the almighty royal.

⭐ High Tequila – This mode feels more like blackjack. You’re aiming for a hand total of 46 or more, based on the face values of the cards (Aces are 11, face cards are 10, numbered cards as is). If you hit the mark, you win. If not, well, maybe don’t drink and gamble.

Each hand is played independently, and payouts vary based on which mode you’ve chosen and how well you’ve played it. Fold, and you’re out. Stick, and you could walk away with a tasty payout.

What Makes Tequila Poker Different?

✅ It’s two games in one

✅ The rules are simple, but the strategy’s got depth

✅ You get to make a choice mid-hand, which adds a layer of decision-making

✅ It plays fast, pays well, and stands out from the usual table game lineup

✅ It’s mobile-friendly and available at a growing number of top online casinos

Final Thoughts

Tequila Poker online is weird, wonderful, and a surprisingly slick alternative to your standard poker or blackjack session. The dual play modes make it interesting, the rules are easy to learn, and the payouts are seriously satisfying when you make the right call.

If you’re bored of the usual suspects and want to spice things up a bit, this game delivers. Whether chasing a High Tequila total or aiming for a royal flush, this hybrid offers a unique twist you didn’t know you needed—until now.

Play it once, and you’ll wonder why more games don’t take risks like this. Just remember: no actual tequila was harmed in the making of this game, but maybe pour one for yourself anyway.

Matthew Kennedy

Co-founder & Technical Director at Play Cash Games

Matthew Kennedy co-founded Take Marketing Limited in 2008 alongside Becky Mosley and has worked in the UK online gambling industry ever since. He runs the technical side of the operation, building and maintaining the platforms that power Play Cash Games and the wider Take Marketing portfolio.

Matt's role is hands-on. He writes the code behind the offer feeds, the comparison tools readers use, and the back-office systems that keep every casino listing accurate and current. If you have used a feature on this site, the chances are he built it. He is also responsible for site performance, mobile usability, and the technical SEO that lets a small independent comparison site compete with much larger publishers.

Over 17 years in the industry, Matt has worked directly with affiliate platforms, casino operators, and software providers. He has seen the market move from desktop Flash slots to mobile-first HTML5, lived through every iteration of UK Gambling Commission rules, and built the systems that keep our coverage compliant as regulation evolves. He has a particular interest in responsible gambling tooling and player-fund safety — the parts of the industry most people do not see but that matter most.

Matt is a Companies House registered director (Take Marketing Limited, company no. 07619813) and is based in Lincolnshire, England.

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