How To Select The Best Tequila
Tequila is the drink that has conquered the palates of the world. The flavor of tequila is unique and is considered as one of the most exclusive drinks in the world.
So how to select the best tequila?
First of all, tequila can only be produced in Mexico.
For selection, then it is key to recognize the varieties of tequila. The characteristics that must be met, and what each brand has to offer.
Authentic tequila must have the seal of the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) and a SAT seal to determine that it is a guaranteed product.
Its presentation labeling must identify that it is 100% agave tequila. If this legend is not included, it is a mixed tequila, with a minimum of 51% agave.
Tequila has a denomination of origin, so its production is limited to a few regions in Mexico: Jalisco, Nayarit, Guanajuato, Tamaulipas, and Michoacán. Only in these regions is the tequila Agave Weber Blue Variety harvested.
What brands are must-taste tequila brands?
The best tequilas are characterized by being 100% agave.
The best tequilas are characterized by being 100% agave. There is not any extra percentage of sugars or sugar cane. Pure tequilas are classified into Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, Extra Añejo, Joven.
The presentation or the price depend on the type of tequila you are looking for: a white does not cost the same as an extra aged tequila as the processes are not the same. Hence, the only way to discover the quality of a tequila is to drink it.
The best Blanco tequila
The blanco (white) tequila is the origin of other tequilas. It stems from the second distillation of agave. The alcohol content presented on the label comes from the water molecules diluted in the alcohol. Blanco tequila does not carry the process of aging in a barrel. It has an herbal taste and tastes more pure. It should not taste spicy or smoked. Blanco tequila is perfect as an appetizer.
One of the best of its kind is:
The 1800 Collection is packaged in a pewter decanter specially designed by artists from Latin America. It includes a collection of the best tequilas from the most excellent agaves that can be found.
Other Blanco tequila
Tequila Patrón Silver is unaged: fragrant and quite friendly in the mouth. It can be drunk only in a traditional way and has herbal and citrus notes.
White Scorpion Tequila: it is soft on the palate and preserves the herbal part. A tequila to take right for being elegant.
Aged Tequila
For aged tequila, what differs is the amount of time the tequila spends in a barrel.
Aged tequila is softer, a characteristic due to the camouflage that the wood allows in its process. Aged tequila is ideal for after-dinner. It can also go along with certain desserts.
Aged and extra aged tequilas are the most expensive because of the time they spend in barrels.
The best Reposado tequila
Reposado tequila can be found throughout Mexico. Reposado derives from an aging of at least two months in wooden barrels. Its origin is Blanco (white) tequila. After going through a dilution process in water, it is then stored in barrels. Reposado tequila combines a taste of barrel with agave. The storage process gives it a light smoky, toasted, slight vanilla and/or wood flavor or other characteristics like flowers, herbs or fruits. It also has a sweet aroma. Reposado tequila gets along very well with food.
The best tequilas reposados are:
The Rested Treasure
It is 100% agave and handmade. No fertilizers or chemicals are added to the agaves.
Double Barrel Horseshoe
This is the Premium drink of this brand. 100% blue agave is processed. This tequila rests 11 months in white oak barrels and one month in toasted white oak barrels. It has a mild dried fruit flavor with an aroma of spices.
Unique Miracle
There are only 1500 bottles of this brand. Hand-selected blue agave is sed. Tequila playa aged, aged reserve and reposado are combined. This tequila has a strong and very hard flavor.
Other reposado tequila
Tequila Tres Generaciones reposado
It is soft and has great aromatic complexity with touches of vanilla and coconut.
Tequila 1800 reposado
It has a light taste of wood. Alcohol is barely noticeable and can complement any meal.
Tequila Cuervo Reserva de la Familia reposado
This tequila has spices and vanilla.
Tequila El Tesoro by Don Felipe Reposado
Winner in several contests for delicacy. It has a floral and fruit component in combination with the barrel wood.
The best Añejo Tequila
Añejo Tequila is tequila that has been left in barrels for more than a year. Usually oak barrels with a capacity of less than 600 liters are used. After the aging process follows a dilution in water, then filtration.
Grand Patron Bordeaux
This tequila has a dark amber color, from triple distillation and a one-year aging process. It has a lot of body and is delicious.
José Cuervo Family Reserve
This tequila is aged an average of three years. It includes a blend of the best tequilas, some over 30 years old. Its has flavors similar to vanilla and cognac. The tequila boxes are designed by various Mexican artists.
Other Aged Tequila
Tequila Don Julio Añejo
This tequila is considered a classic. It is recommended to close a lunch or dinner.
The best Tequila Extra Añejo
Extra Añejo Tequila spends about three years in barrels. It considered an extra aged tequila. The properties of the agave are less noticeable. This type of tequila has a more accentuated vanilla and spice flavor, and there may be a hint of chocolate or coffee. It is sweet.
Don Julio Real
It has a refined flavor and has been aged for three or five years in American oak barrels. It is one of the most expensive tequilas in the world.
King Sun Añejo
Aged for six years in French oak barrels. It has a mild flavor and an aroma of apple and plum. It is diluted in pure spring water. Tequila bottles are designed by Sergio Bustamante. Ideal for after meals, red meats, desserts, and coffee.
Elegant Tequila Game
Aged for 3 years in American oak barrels used to age bourbon. This tequila has the aroma of mint, caramel, and rice. It has a spicy and sweet flavor. It has a production of 1500 bottles per year.
Tequila Herradura Supreme Selection
It is aged 49 months.
The best Joven Tequila
Tequila Joven is a cold blend of reposado tequila and white tequila. It is a very soft tequila. Depending on the combination, different flavors are derived.
Tequila Casa Dragones Joven
This tequila is a 100% pure blue agave tequila. It is made in batches. It is made from a combination of white tequila and extra aged tequila, aged in oak barrels The mixture is filtered in a charcoal sieve to remove the color. Each glass bottle is signed. It was named the “Connoisseurs’ Favorite Tequila” by Forbes magazine. It is best tasted straight or with food.
When drinking any of the best tequilas, drink the tequila slowly, enjoying the agave flavor and aroma.
Author: AllMexico.Store