corzo - sexy tequila!

During a recent trip to the liquor store we came across the sexiest bottle that we have ever met. After undressing it from the refined brown box- our intial impulse was validated by the chic, clear, rectangular bottle. It reminded us of a fine mens cologne bottle. The label is minimal yet bold, being offset and the spout brought visions of mod design to mind. We admired these qualities for an extended period and finally managed to open the stainless steel top and pour a few glasses. We were about to taste the blanco of all blancos.
Any of you who have ever had this tequila will most likely agree that it is one of the most tasteful tequilas made. It is incredibly smooth and refined. After a glass we were shocked to find that we were still drinking Blanco and not Anejo.
We were having a true tequila experience!
Corzo is not a brand to be taken lightly. Fabien Baron has created a masterpiece with this brand. He is a genius. If you have been waiting for tequila to rise to the next level, the time is now. Corzo also sells Reposado and Anejo.
On top of all that.... if you want to see an amazing website visit corzo.com right now!

Tres Jimadores rating: Cinco 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 factory tour

Informative video about Jose Cuervo tequila--who makes 100% as well as Mixto tequilas. Good video for the history of tequila--Jose Cuervo does make high quality tequilas such as the Reserva. Each bottle is handmade, numbered, dated and sealed in wax. Every year the Cuervo family commissions a different Mexican artist to design the new collectible box.

$$ world's most expensive tequila: hacienda la capilla distillery $$

A private collector has hit the most expensive charts with the purchase of a bottle of ‘ultra-premium’ Tequila for an astounding price of $225,000 at an auction in Mexico City in 2006!! The world’s most expensive tequila comes in a gold and platinum bottle of Tequila Ley. The bottle is filled with Pasion Azteca tequila, made from pure sap of the blue agave plant that has been fermented, distilled, and aged for six years. The spirit that fills it is a triple-distilled mix of 8-, 10- and 12-year-old agave plants and is produced by Hacienda La Capilla Distillery in Los Altos, Jalisco. Ley .925 CEO Fernando Altamirano says the liquor is aged in barrels whose provenance is “top secret"!

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

100% blue agave tequila: the real deal

Thanks to advancements in chemistry, the validity and quality of Mexico's tequila can now be protected. Tequila is made from the blue Agave plant which only grows in certain regions in West-Central Mexico. Tequila is made with 100 percent Agave, while lower-end mixed tequila or "Mixto" is made by adding up to 49 percent sugar prior to fermentation. Mixed-tequila is usually shipped out in bulk containers for bottling in the importing countries.

Using ion and gas chromatography, scientists can now analyze tequila, so that fradulent mislabeling or misrepresentation does not occur-- molecular fingerprinting for an even more accurate result combines spectroscopic and chromatographic processes.
Fraudies Beware! More at Science Daily

tequila & wikipedia! - vamanos!

If you are an infomaniac who loves wikipedia and tequila, dont forget to visit Wikipedia here. Maybe after you have had a glass or two, you might even muster the courage to add something to the wiki.

4 copas - certified organic tequila?

4 Copas and La Quemada Distillery based in El Arenal, Jalisco has released the first certified organic Tequila ever. In 1996, the vision of four men, united by the love and the appreciation for the land of Jalisco, gave life to the Compañía Tequilera La Quemada. The story dates back three generations, decades before the formal creation of La Quemada, when they began to grow Blue Agave—the essence of genuine, authentic tequila. Jalisco is a land renowned for its traditions, including the production of handicrafts. The beautiful crafts produced from hand-blown glass, typical of Zapopan, is the pride of all Mexicans. At La Quemada, they work in unison with the glass-blowing workshops that craft the special bottles for their tequila. La Quemada strives to support the craftspeople of Jalisco contributing to the preservation of an old and beautiful tradition. In may of this year 4 Copas Tequila was honored at an event celebrating it's endorsement as the first Certified Organic tequila in history. 4 Copas was named the Tequila of the year in 2006 by 'Wine & Spirits Magazine' and won consecutive gold medals at the World Spirits Competition in San Francisco, California. They offer Blanco, Reposado and Anejo varieties along with a limited edition bottle that is a magnificent work of art. If you are interested in organic beverages and you like Tequila visit their site here. 4 Copas is your only choice. It is not widely distributed in the US & Canada yet, but we have heard that it can be found in parts of California, Arizona, Hawaii, Alberta, Nova Scotia & Ontario. We have found that it is available from many online liquor stores though. We ordered 1 bottle of each variety and are eagerly awaiting for them to arrive so we can taste it first hand.

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.

a must read - 'tequila': the book

Looking for a fun read? 'Tequila' by novelist Alberto Ruy-Sanchez and his wife, historian, Margarita de Orellana is a complete guide to all things tequila. The book has great vintage illustrations and photographs and takes you through the history of tequila, its manufacture and even guides you through recipes that utilize tequila. Check it out here.

debut of tequila savvy

This blog is dedicated to the history of Tequila. To all those who have ever given their time and energy to making the industry of Tequila what it is today. It is meant to be a place where anyone can share and learn about Tequila culture. We invite you to read what we post and to feel free to add to our adventurous quest for the perfect Tequila.
Vamanos!

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