56. Tequila and Mezcal Flashcards
What is definition of Tequila?
51% of fermentable sugars must come from blue agave and produced in one of 5 designated Mexican states.
What part of the agave plant is harvested for spirit production?
pina
How is the agave pina cooked to make spirit?
steamed in oven for tequila, roasted in underground pits (for smoky flavor) for mezcal
What kind of still is used for Tequila?
pot or column
Can color be added to Tequila?
yes, caramel
What is the most popular Tequila style?
Blanco (Silver/White), unaged
What is the ageing requirement for Reposado style of Tequila?
2-12 months
What is the ageing requirement for Anejo style of Tequila?
at least a year
What is the ageing requirement for Extra Anejo style of Tequila?
at least 3 years
What species of agave is used for Mescal?
many different
What is the ageing requirement for Joven/Oro style of Tequila?
none
What is the ageing requirement for Blanco style of Tequila?
none
