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Flavored Tequila, Anyone?

mexican man with tequilaHow seriously do you take your tequila? What champagne is for France, tequila is for Mexico. Mexicans drink it to celebrate national holidays, weddings, and anniversaries. It even has a government protection similar to the French AOC. The Consejo Regulador del Tequilo states that the drink must come from a region in central south Mexico: the state of Jalisco. Drinking tequila straight from a small glass is the most traditional way to drink it.

So, what does it mean that companies, such as Tanteo, are now producing flavored tequilas? In a recent New York Times article, Florence Fabricant explains that flavors, like jalapeño and passion fruit, are subtle and delicate in Tanteo's line of flavored tequilas. As much as I want to be a traditionalist, I have to admit that I'm intrigued and looking forward to trying these tequilas. Tanteo tequilas are now available in NY at three locations: Ambassador Wines and Spirits on Second Avenue, SoHo Wines and Spirits on West Broadway, and at Philippe Wine and Liquor in Chelsea.

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Tags: america, east coast, libations, mexico, new products, NewProducts, ny times dining, NyTimesDining, stores-and-shopping, tequila

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bbum

1-03-2009 @4:59PM bbum said... The problem with flavored tequilas is that they are typically not made from very good tequila. Often, it is a mixto composed of up to 49% cane sugar alcohol -- think the cheapest rum money can buy -- with the infusion used to cover up the awful flavors.

You are far better off simply buying a decent bottle of 100% blue agave silver (or reposado) tequila and infusing it yourself. Trivial to do; place desired flavor in mason or canning jar, pour tequila until container is full, tightly cap with a lid, let sit in a semi-cool / dark spot for a few weeks to a couple of months.

BTW: There are actually 4 other states in Mexico that have small tequila producing regions, all bordering Jalisco. Only Jalisco has distilleries and agave fields throughout.
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dksbook

1-04-2009 @7:48PM dksbook said... Tres Generaciones Silver.
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