UFC Fans Vote Tim Boetsch as the 17th Recipient of the Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award

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Nov 18, 2010, 06:00 ET

CORAL GABLES, Fla., Nov. 18, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Tequila CAZADORES®, the number-one premium tequila in the world(1) and Official Spirits Sponsor of Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC®), is proud to announce the 17th recipient of the Tequila CAZADORES® Spirit Award – light heavyweight-fighter Tim Boetsch. Tim is known for his strong will, competitive nature and loyalty to mixed martial arts.

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Tequila CAZADORES and UFC invited fans (21+) to decide the Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award winner for UFC 123. Consumers had the opportunity to vote online at UFC.com for the fighter they thought demonstrated social responsibility, dedication to their art form, and good sportsmanship; the core values behind the Tequila CAZADORES brand and its sponsorship with UFC.

Tim's win will be announced LIVE on November 20, 2010, at UFC 123 in Auburn Hills, Minnesota as well as on Pay-Per-View® during the fighter's walk-out to the Octagon™. Tequila CAZADORES congratulates Tim on his win and would like to thank the increasingly growing number of fans for voting and supporting the Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award.

Prior to pursuing a career in mixed martial arts, Tim Boetsch earned a degree in Criminal Justice from Lock Haven University. He made his living as a social worker in which he assisted adolescents with behavioral issues. Tim strongly believes that every adolescent should have a chance to succeed in life and is dedicated to helping them achieve their dreams. As the winner of the Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award, Tequila CAZADORES presented Tim with a plaque and a check for a $1,000 donation made in his name to the charity of his choice.

"We congratulate Tim Boetsch for his commitment to giving back to his local community and his competitive spirit in the Octagon™" said Fannie Young, vice president and brand managing director, Tequila CAZADORES. "Tim's dedication towards his craft and community make him the perfect recipient for the Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award".

Tequila CAZADORES is the Official Spirit Sponsor of Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC®). UFC is the world's leading professional mixed martial arts organization (MMA) that offers a premier series of MMA sporting events. The Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award is an honor that is presented to the UFC fighter who best exemplifies social responsibility, commitment to the MMA art form, or good sportsmanship. Each month the winning fighter is presented with a plaque and a $1,000 check from Tequila CAZADORES to the fighter's charity of choice.

Past winners of the Tequila CAZADORES Spirit Award are:

Forrest Griffin - May 23, 2009
Rich Franklin - June 15, 2009
Randy Couture – July 13, 2009
Kenny Florian – Aug. 7, 2009
Nate Marquardt – Aug. 28, 2009
Tito Ortiz – Sept. 19, 2009
Brandon Vera – Oct. 23, 2009
Cain Velasquez – Nov. 20, 2009
Frank Mir – Dec. 11, 2009
Brian Stann – Feb. 5, 2010
Brian Stann (culmination award) – March 25, 2010
Diego Sanchez – May 27, 2010
Kurt Pellegrino – July 1, 2010
Clay Guida – Aug. 4, 2010
Kenny Florian – Aug. 28, 2010
Matt Serra – Sept. 25, 2010
Brendan Schaub – Oct. 21, 2010

About Tequila CAZADORES®

Tequila CAZADORES is the maker of the number-one premium tequila in the world(2) and the number-one Reposado Tequila in California(3). It is renowned as one of the most popular premium tequilas in Mexico. Tequila CAZADORES is made with 100 percent blue agave grown, harvested and distilled in the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, recognized as the premier agave growing region in the world, resulting in a smoother, more flavorful taste. For additional information, visit www.cazadores.com.

About Bacardi U.S.A., Inc.

Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. is the United States import and distribution arm of one of the world's leading spirits and wine producers. The company boasts a portfolio of some of the most recognized and top-selling spirits brands in the United States including BACARDI® rum, the world's favorite and best-selling premium rum, as well as the world's most awarded rum; GREY GOOSE® vodka, the world-leader in super premium vodka; DEWAR'S® Blended Scotch Whisky, the number-one selling blended Scotch whisky in the United States; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, the top-valued premium gin in the world; CAZADORES® blue agave tequila, the number-one premium tequila in the world; MARTINI® vermouth, the world-leader in vermouth; and other leading and emerging brands. For more information, visit www.bacardiusa.com.

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(1)2007 International Wine & Spirit Record (IWSR)

(2)2007 International Wine & Spirit Record (IWSR)

(3)2009 The Nielsen Company

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