The popularity of mezcal has grown in the U.S., but it can still often get mistaken for its relative, tequila. While you can often order a margarita with tequila or mezcal, the difference between the ...
As stated above, tequila is made with blue Weber agave only. There are two standards for tequila: mixto (which is made with a minimum of 51% agave; the other 49% can be distilled from anything, though ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Emily writes about what’s in your glass and why it matters. When it comes to agave spirits, two names stand out: tequila and ...
When it comes to tequila, forget about words like “smooth,” “smoky,” and “rich.” It’s not that there aren’t tequilas that fit that bill (añejos explore this territory quite well), but the spirit ...
Every year, the American Distilling Institute organizes an International Spirits Competition. This prestigious event recognizes excellence in craft spirits and is open to U.S. and international ...
Experts reveal the worst tequilas to buy, from overpriced bottles to harsh, low-quality picks that simply aren’t worth your money.
My go-to for tequila is usually a bright and biting, agave-forward, unaged tequila. ~Maybe~ I’ll reach for a reposado if I’m feeling a bit mellow or want to add complexity and nuance to a cocktail.
However, this isn’t as easy as one might think, as recently noted by TikTok user Crim (@callmecrim_) in a video with over 1.2 million views as of Sunday. In her video, the TikToker stitches another ...
In categories where quality, provenance and production really matter, fame can’t be a substitute for substance.
Tequila experienced a sales boom in the early 2000s, much of which was fueled by celebrity tequila brands. However, that ...