- Glossary
- Tequila - Mexican agave spirit
Tequila - Mexican agave spirit
Tequila is a Mexican spirit made from blue agave (Agave tequilana Weber) grown primarily in the state of Jalisco. It has a protected geographical indication similar to champagne. The heart of the agave is roasted, crushed, and fermented, then distilled. There are blanco (unaged), reposado (aged 2-12 months), and añejo (aged 1-3 years). Tequila is the base of famous cocktails like margarita and paloma. Quality añejo is sipped neat like whiskey.
- Tequila is made exclusively from blue agave grown in Mexico.
- It has a protected geographical indication and can only be produced in designated Mexican regions.
- There are three main types: blanco, reposado, and añejo based on aging time.
- It is the base of famous cocktails like margarita, paloma, and tequila sunrise.
Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)
Energy
231 kcal
12 %
Proteins
0 g
0 %
Fats
0 g
0 %
Carbohydrates
7 g
3 %
Fiber
0 g
0 %
Salt
5 mg
< 1 %
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