Tequila Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About

Originally, Tequila was first produced in the 16th century near the city of Tequila, Mexico, which was not officially established until 1666. Nowadays, Tequila is one of the world’s most famous drinks and unique liquors.

Whether you prefer clear or gold, smooth tequilas or a more flavorful spirit, tequila is a great spirit to include in any drink or to enjoy on its own. Here are some amazing tequila facts you probably didn’t know about.

True Fans Don’t Keep Tequila in the Freezer

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Putting tequila in the freezer is just a trend that ruins the drinking experience. After putting it in the freezer, it will be quite hard for you to smell the aromas.

Hard liquors like tequila are perfectly safe to store at room temperature. If you’re a true fan, you’ll want to get the unique aromas and components tequila is made of.

Moderate Amounts of High-Quality Tequila Shouldn’t Lead to Headaches

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High-quality tequila shouldn’t give you a headache, regardless of the amounts. When you think of the high-quality of this drink, it’s not the $10 bottle you used to take shots in college. You can get hella turn at night and still make it to your beloved Drake-themed yoga class the next morning.

The majestic agave plant in which the tequila is made belongs to the Agavoideae family, which is closely related to the lily plant. The process for well-made tequila is controlled to eliminate components that might cause headaches.

Taking Shots Isn’t the Traditional Way to Drink Tequila

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Various experts say that If you’re spending money on high-quality tequila to shots, you’re not drinking it right. Want to drink tequila like a boss? Remember – the true drinking experience is sipping it slowly, so you can enjoy the flavor notes and aromas of the unique drink.

There’s More to Tequila Than Margarita Cocktails

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Tequila is especially known for the starring role it plays in margaritas, but it has the potential for even more. Periodically, bartenders explore more about tequila and understand the different flavor profiles to create good cocktails, developing the taste of the drink.

For instance, one of the most known cocktails is made with vodka, spicy ginger beer, and lime juice. There are also other receipts of tequila which increase the tequila lovers number.

 

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Making a Really Great Tequila Takes 7 Years

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Generally, tequila takes seven years to process, making it a true spirit with complicated raw material. Why so long? Because during those years, the plant needs to develop the sugars, and if you process it any earlier, you’re not going to have the required amount of sugar.

As a consequence, the flavor notes will be off.

Tequila Can Only Come From Mexico

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A common practice of drinking tequila in the U.S. is to take a shot with lime and lime. However, Mexican practice is to opt to savor their tequila. Tequila can only come from Mexico and is most commonly produced in the state of Jalisco, Western Mexico.