p.i.n.k. tequila

Today our quest brings us to a new tequila that is scheduled to hit the market in the next 6 to 12 months. The p.i.n.k. Spirits Company out of New York, NY already sells a premium Vodka and they have plans to sell Rum, Tequila, Gin, White Whiskey, and Sake. The unique feature of p.i.n.k.'s premium spirits is that they are all infused with flavorless caffeine and guarana, two of the worlds most potent energy enhancing substances.
According to a press release posted online by The Earth Times, p.i.n.k. tequila is the world’s first 80 proof, ultra-premium, imported tequila made from 100%, all estate grown, Blue Weber Agave that is infused with caffeine and guarana. p.i.n.k. tequila is produced and bottled in Guadalajara, Mexico by La Cofradia, apparently one of the most prestigious tequila manufacturers.
The p.i.n.k. Spirits Company was founded in 2006 and is the world’s first producer of ultra-premium caffeine and guarana infused spirits. With no added sugar, color, or carbohydrates, p.i.n.k. spirits can be enjoyed straight or used to create any cocktail.
We look foward to trying this Tequila as soon as it hits the market so we can decide for ourselves if it is really a good combination. Anyone who knows anything about Tequila knows that distilled agave has its own energetic properties. The addition of guarana and cafine will likely take the tequila experience to a different level. Keep your eye out for p.i.n.k. Tequila and when you find it we would recommend fastening your seatbelt. It may take you for a ride!

sotol hacienda de chihuahua

We recently tried a bottle of Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua Plata. During the process of getting it open we couldnt avoid noticing that the cap was help in place by a leather string which was fastened to the bottle with a wax stamp. Beyond that we were amazed how it tasted exactly like premium tequila. Sotol comes from a wild Agavacea variety called Dasylirion. This is different than the 100%Blue Weber Agave that tequila is made from. The Sotol plants grow mainly in the Chihuahua region of mexico. The plata was quite smooth. We drank it with fresh lime juice as well as in margarita's. We were very impressed with the price once we tasted how good it was. Next time you are looking for a good value, look for Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua.

Tres Jimadores rating: tres caballitos

last minute gift idea: patron xo cafe tequila

With Christmas only a day away we are guessing that there are still many of you out there that need to find that last minute gift for someone in your family or maybe for the hosts of the dinner you plan to attend during the next couple days. We want to suggest that you go out to your favorite local shop that sells tequila and pick up a bottle of the Patron XO Cafe. According to Patron's website, this bottle is an extraordinary blend of premium tequila with pue, natural essence of the finest coffee. It has a dry taste instead of being overly sweet like most coffee liquors. The fact that it is 70 proof allows the coffee and tequila taste to stand out. Patron recommends that it be sipped, used in mixed cocktails or served as a desert topping. We have this vision of tiramisu made with XO Cafe. Doesn't that make your mouth water?
Patron XO Cafe is not just for Christmas either. It would make an amazing birthday gift, father's day gift, housewarming gift or maybe just a gift to yourself. For a quick and easy way to purchase any Patron products online visit patrongift.com. We also noticed that XO Cafe comes in a hard to find, smaller 5cl bottle.
Get some today!

itequila.org

We have had a link to itequila.org on our sidebar for a while now and it's finally time to feature them. Any of you who have a thirst for tequila information like we do will know that there are many resources out there. itequila.org seems to us to be one of the most user friendly and informative. They go through it all. Anything from the Tequila region of Mexico, to how tequila is made, to myths about tequila, to tequila brands and websites. There is far to much to mention it all now, but we highly recommend that you visit the site right away. The "Myths About Tequila" section was a favorite for us. Viva Tequila!

tequila el mayor

El Mayor means "the greatest". Our quest has once again revealed another great bottle of Tequila. We recently had the opportunity to taste Tequila El Mayor Blanco. The bottle has a very nice natural shape that brought visions of the agave plant and rain droplets to mind. As is customary with tequila that is 100% Blue Weber Agave made in Mexico, each bottle of El Mayor comes with a label that tells you the batch number and bottle number. The Gonzales family has been distilling tequila for many years and has done an excellent job keeping their process balanced between traditions of yesterday and technology of today. We drank blanco from batch #246. It was in bottle #347. El Mayor has done an excellent job of integrating the batch label with the overall look of their brand. The anejo and the reposado bottles also have this signatue label. El Mayor's Blanco is unaged. It was quite smooth and crisp with flavor of the blue agave and hints of floral & pepper. Although it did not make it to the top of our list, we would recommend this bottle of blanco to anyone who is looking for a reasonably priced bottle of tequila that tastes good alone or in your favorite mixed drink.If you are interested in learning more about this brand or the Gonzales family distillery, go check out their nice website.

Tres Jimadores rating: tres caballitos.

tequila aficionado magazine

If you are like millions of others around the globe who spend countless hours on the internet and it just so happens that you have an interest in tequila or anything to do with tequila, be sure to check out tequila aficionado magazine online. You will find everything from current news stories to tequila reviews, gift ideas, recipes, events, books, restaurant reviews,podcasts and travel info. It is a very informative e-zine that is easy to read and navigate. Subscribe online and become a tequila aficionado today!

freshies margarita mix-yumm!

If you love tequila then there is a chance that you also love margaritas. Our quest for the ultimate tequila has inspired us to also search for the ultimate tequila drink.
One of our favorite ingredients for margaritas is 'Freshies'. Their fresh Lime Margarita Mix is a combination of fresh-squeezed lime and lemon juices, with a splash of orange. It is sweetened with a blend of sugars and a hint of agave nectar, "the lifeblood of the cactus from which tequila is derived." Next time you crave the perfect margarita enjoy 'Freshies' responsibly with good tequila for the freshest marg possible.
Whatever you do, don't forget to coat the rim of your glass with freshies 'Rimz' !. A good marg is never complete without the salt.
For the perfect Freshies Margarita:
Combine 1.5 oz. Anejo Tequilla, .5 oz. Grand Marnier(R), and 4 oz. Freshies Fresh Lime Margarita Mix in a pint glass over ice. Shake for 15 seconds (or blend in blender). Pour into a salted margarita glass and garnish with a wedge of fresh lime. Enjoy! (recipe compliments of freshies.com)

tequila...the new cognac?

This article in the New York Times just validates our already solid love of top shelf tequilas.
Photo via Casey Kelbaugh

TEQUILA.net : tequila info galore!

TEQUILA.net is a free web site available to everyone. A very informative site where members can submit news, reviews, web links, and post info in forums. Anything you want to know about tequila can be found on their site. We find their reviews of Tequila and the top stories to be most informative. So, the next time you are at the computer with a nice glass of blanco, repasado or anejo and you want to learn more about your favorite drink, visit them here.