Learn About Tequila’s Rich Past
The earliest tequila was produced around the years 250–300 A.D. On special occasions, Aztec Indians fermented juice from agave.
The agave plant, also known as agave tequilana or agave azul, is the foundation for producing tequila, making it an extremely valuable economic resource in the state of Jalisco in Mexico.
It is suitable for the creation of alcoholic beverages because its center contains a high concentration of sugars called agavins, primarily fructose.
History of Tequila:
Several explanations have been proposed for the origin of agave distillation.
The popular belief that it reached its peak during the Spanish invasion is one explanation.
The Spanish love beer and brandy so much that they drink it at all hours of the day and night, yet there is never enough on hand, and it takes too long to transport.
When they took matters into their own hands, they were forced to improvise, and so they made a new drink by combining dirt and agave.
For this reason, the Spanish in the 16th century set up a trade route connecting Manila, Philippines, and Mexico, and the Marquis of Altamira constructed the first substantial distillery in the area that is now Tequila, Jalisco. The resulting spirit is known as mezcal.
There’s also the belief that Filipino sailors who arrived in Colima and Jalisco via Manila galleons were responsible for the distilling process, which is still widely held to this day.
Coconut brandy, made with coconut palm that the Filipino sailors likely brought with them, was first introduced to Western Mexico in the 1570s through the ports of Colima and Acapulco. Before, it had been brought to Panama in 1539, the Solomon Islands in 1569, and the Philippines in 1571.
The Filipinos were able to spread their distillation technique far beyond the coastal areas, where palm trees were not grown, to the inland areas, where agave thrived.
But the Cuervo family wouldn’t create the first commercial tequila until 1758.
Jose A. de Cuervo licensed their bar to make vino mezcal (La Chorrera.)
The modern tequila that we drink today originated in these distilleries.
Tequila was first recognized as a separate category of agave liquor in 1902 due to its unique flavor, which can be fruity, sweet, or earthy depending on the varietal.
Aged tequila has a more refined, complex flavor than younger tequilas. Tequila is a trademark of Mexico that was established in 1974.
As a result, the production, sale, or possession of tequila became outlawed in every country outside Mexico.
Since 2015, most bars around the world have been selling tamed versions of the little agave nectar used in cocktails like the Tequila Sunrise and the Margarita.
A premium tequila brand is going to be introduced soon in the market by singer-actress, author, and upcoming film director Lourdes Duque Baron.
Stay tuned for more details!
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