Making & Tasting Tequila

Perfection is in the process

It starts in the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico and ends with the finest tequila in the world.

The age of perfection

Get to know the differences between tequila varieties.

Are you a Tequila Master?


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To qualify as “aged”, tequila must be in the barrels for at least:

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According to the CRT, to qualify as reposado tequila, the spirit must be aged for at least two months, and not more than 11 months.

Nice try

According to the CRT, to qualify as reposado tequila, the spirit must be aged for at least two months, and not more than 11 months.

What’s the name of the glassware used for a tequila tasting?

You got it

The proper glassware for sipping tequila is a flute because it retains the aromas at the top of the glass, ideal for nosing.

Not quite

The proper glassware for sipping tequila is a flute because it retains the aromas at the top of the glass, ideal for nosing.

Which step comes first in a proper tequila tasting?

Way to go

The first step in a tequila tasting is to inspect the liquids’ color and clarity, along with the viscosity by examining the legs.

Incorrect

The first step in a tequila tasting is to inspect the liquids’ color and clarity, along with the viscosity by examining the legs.

How many years until Weber Blue Agave is ready to harvest?

Nice one

Agave’s sugar content is optimal and generally ready for harvest at around the seven year mark.

False

Agave’s sugar content is optimal and generally ready for harvest at around the seven year mark.

When tasting tequila, you should never swallow the spirit.

Good answer

A tequila tasting should be enjoyed in every way possible, including drinking the spirit.

Wrong answer

A tequila tasting should be enjoyed in every way possible, including drinking the spirit.

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Tequila Master

When it comes to tequila knowledge, you’re wise beyond the years of a fine añejo. We can probably catch you behind the bar perfecting your latest cocktail recipe or booking plane tickets to visit the hills of Jalisco to admire agave.

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Tequila Taster

Congratulations, you’re sharp as a coa when it comes to tequila! You know the difference between Silver, Reposado, and Añejo and could order like a pro at the bar, but we wouldn’t catch you casually bringing up the tahona wheel in conversation. Cheers!

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Casual Sipper

You’ve had tequila, you’ve enjoyed tequila, but that’s about where your knowledge of the spirit stops. Not a problem though, the world of Patrón is full of fun facts waiting for you to drink them all in. Start by going beyond the margarita to expand your palate.

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How To Tell if Your Tequila Has Artificial Substances

Hint: Patrón is additive-free and never uses artificial substances.

It’s time to get to know your tequila

There are

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Tequila brands


Produced by

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Tequila distilleries


Of those,
only

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Distilleries are dedicated to a single brand


Just

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Of these distilleries use the time-honored tahona method


But only

1

Distillery is perfect enough to produce Patrón Tequila

It all adds up to knowing your NOM

Each bottle of tequila has a four-digit number that corresponds to the producer it came from. Many brands share NOM numbers, which means they might share the same process as well, but at Hacienda Patrón, we are dedicated to only producing Patrón.

NOM 1492
Know your NOM

Data current as of

The information included is dynamically pulled from Tequila Matchmaker to reflect the current industry landscape. Numbers represent live tequila brands and distilleries.

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