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TequilaSource.com provides information about tequila including history, categories (100% Agave Tequila and Tequila) and types (classes) of tequila and photographs of bottles. Our photo gallery has pictures from distilleries. There are cocktail and drink recipes, and listings of tequila brands and distilleries. Tequila is North America's first distilled spirit, and has been produced in México since shortly after the Spanish conquered the country in the early 1500s.

To be classified as tequila, it must be made from no less than 51% Weber blue agave. Better and high-end tequilas are made from 100% Weber blue agave. For many years, México's fiery liquor was largely confined to margaritas and shooters at the bar. Today's fine tequilas are highly coveted by collectors worldwide—for both the smooth aromatic liquor and the handcrafted decorative bottle.

México's tequila producers, almost all located in a one hundred-mile radius of the town of Tequila in Jalisco State, distill hundreds of brands, some the old way - in small lots in tiny family-run fabricas - most in ultra-modern distilleries. As of January 11, 2010, there are 139 registered tequila distilleries producing 1,037 certified brands. These producers are often using artisans to create unique hand-blown glass, crystal, ceramic, and Talavera pottery bottles that savvy collectors are snapping up like fine vintages of wine.

Advertising Information
Web contact pages, advertising rates to promote your business.
Books and Magazines
Reference sources for information, history and culture relating to Tequila, the Spirit of Mexico.
Brands of Tequila
Currently there are approximately 1,037 certified tequila brands on the market produced by 139 tequila distilleries.
Categories of Tequila
There are two categories of tequila - 100% Agave Tequila and Tequila. There are five different classes or types of tequila within these categories.
Festivals, Events, Expos and Celebrations
Where tequila is center of attention.
Glossary of Tequila Terms
Phrases, terms, definitions and terminology relating to Tequila.
History of Tequila
Article by Ryan Thomas with a bit of history. Tequila article from Los Cabos Magazine 2006. Tequila Information.
Maps of Tequila, Jalisco
General area map of tequila and the downtown area.
Mezcal
A regional beverage, similar to tequila, but made mostly in the state Oaxaca. About the worm.
News Releases, Articles and Press
Recent magazine, newspaper and internet articles about tequila.
Picture Gallery
Digital pictures and photographs from distilleries, photos of agave plants, barrels for aging, and processes related to tequila production.
Tequila Regions and other interesting areas
Amatitan, Arandas, Atotonilco el Alta, Guadalajara, Tequila.
Tequila Bottles - Photographs
Our gallery of tequila bottle photographs has well over 500 images. Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, Extra Añejo, Joven, Tequila Liqueurs and Flavored Tequila.
Tours and Tour Operators - Distillery Tours
Some of the tequila distilleries in Jalisco will allow tours. See the tequila making process from harvesting to bottling.
Types of Tequila
There are five classes or types of tequila within specific categories of tequila. Some distilleries are now producing organic tequila.
Where to Buy Tequila
Stores that specialize in tequila sales that have web sites and online ordering.

What's New - Tequila News and Events

A. Hardy USA Announces Release of New Tequila Muchote.
Press Release: A. Hardy USA, Ltd. - Spirits industry veterans Will and Dave Elger decided to create the best tequila available but at half the price of most premium brand tequilas. January 7, 2010.
Tres Generaciones Tequila - Sophisticated new bottles are being introduced to the market in 2009.
Gran Estrella de México - NOM 1109; DOT 98; Distillery: Tequila Arette de Jalisco S. A. de C. V.
Pueblo Tapalpa - NOM 1109; DOT 98; Distillery: Tequila Arette de Jalisco
Sol de Mexico Tequila - NOM 1526 - DOT 239 - Distillery: Productos Regionales de Atotonilco, S.A. de C.V.
Oro Azul Tequila and El Olvido Tequila - Now Distributed in U. S. by 21st Century Spirits LLC - LOS ANGELES, April 24, 2009 / PRNewswire/
21st Century Spirits LLC, a Los Angeles-based importer and producer of wine and spirits, today announced its acquisition of the U.S. rights to import and market Oro Azul Tequila and El Olvido Tequila.

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