7 Things 

You Didn’t Know About Tequila

Unique tequila facts

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Tequila is exclusively made from the Weber blue agave plant, which takes 8 to 12 years to mature before harvesting

Fact #1 - Tequila is Made from Agave

Fact #2 - The Jima Process

The harvesting of agave, known as jima, involves skilled workers called jimadores who cut the plant's leaves to extract the piña.

After harvesting, the piñas are baked in traditional ovens or autoclaves to convert starches into fermentable sugars. This process can take up to 48 hours.

Fact #3 - Baking the Agave

Fact #4 - Distillation Process

Tequila undergoes two distillation processes to purify the spirit. The first distillation produces a low-alcohol liquid called "ordinario," while the second refines it further.

Fact #5 - Tequila and Mezcal Aren’t the Same

While both are agave-based spirits, their production methods differ. Mezcal uses open-fire roasting, resulting in a smoky flavor, whereas tequila’s agave is typically steamed.

AgaveLuz Organic Tequila Types of Tequila

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Blanco Unaged and bottled immediately

Reposado Rested for over 3 months in American Oak

Añejo Aged for at least 1 year in oak barrels

Extra Añejo Tequila Aged 12 years

Fact #6 - Quality Matters

100% USDA certified organic blue agave and water

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It’s a common misconception that tequila contains a worm

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Fact #7 Tequila Does Not Have a Worm in Its Bottle

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Fact #8 Tequila Doesn’t Have to Be Served with Salt and Lime

Tequila can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks

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