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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. Tequila Source provides information about tequila including history, categories (100% Agave Tequila and Tequila) and types (classes) of tequila.

Our photo gallery has pictures of bottles and distilleries. There are cocktail and drink recipes, and listings of tequila brands.

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 March 02, 2009, there are 131 registered tequila distilleries producing 930 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.

Advertisers and Business Listings - Clients and businesses related to Tequila.
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 930 certified tequila brands on the market produced by 131 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.
Forum and Discussion Area - general discussions and comments about tequila and related products.
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.
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 - photographs from distilleries, photos of agave plants 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 400 images. Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, Extra Añejo, Joven, Tequila Liqueurs and Flavored Tequila bottles.
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

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.
3 Amigos Tequila Awarded Organic Certification
Press Release: April 13, 2009 - 3 Amigos Blanco Tequila earned its organic certification in the United States and the European Union, making it one of the world’s first tequilas to achieve the distinction.
Double take! Baja beauty spot inspires new tequila.
Arco del Cabo “I had the idea for a while,” Hill says of the drink that was launched to the public on April 9, 2009 in Cabo San Lucas.
Cabo Noble Tequila now Certified Organic - April 6, 2009 Casa Noble receives USDA endorsement as Certified Organic.
901 Tequila lauches new brand - It’s Always 901! It’s the moment when evening ends and your night begins. March 17, 2009
Tequila OCHO Unveils 2009 Vintage - Both the Plata and Reposado varieties from Las Pomez are available now. The 2009 vintage of Añejo from El Carrizal, which is aged for a full year, will be released in July. March 1, 2009.

We have received many inquiries about purchasing tequila. Please be advised that we are not a retail operation and do not sell tequila or any tequila related products. Please visit our where to buy tequila page for a list of companies that sell tequila from retail locations and that accept online orders.


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