One Tequila, Two Tequila, Three Tequila, Floor!
While in Cabo I had the chance to catch up on my tequilas again. Tequila is made by distilling a syrup of blue agave (a big spiky plant that looks like an overgrown aloe plant) and is only called tequila if comprised of at least 51% blue agavi. There are other types of agavi cactus used to make alcohol, but these liquors are called mescal, and you get them with a worm and only drink them at bachelor parties! It’s been a while, but I’ve been known to bring my limit of Cusano Rojo across the Nogales border more than once! Today, some tequilas approach scotch in smoothness and character. If you want a very nice bottle of tequila in your cupboard, try El Tesoro de Don Felipe. It’s a bit pricey, so don’t waste it in a margarita, but you’ll treasure the bottle after your first sip.
Salud!
– Chris