There are different types of tequila in the market with a variety of tastes, but every type of tequila tends to come from the piñas of the blue agave plant only. In this blog, we will talk about some of the common types of tequila that there is, in a detailed manner, so that by the end, you would be able to make your choice.
But before we dive right into the different types of tequila, it is important to be on the same page about what tequila, in general, is.
What is tequila?
Tequila may be defined as a Mexican distilled beverage that is made from the blue agave plants, as mentioned earlier, grown mainly in the state of Jalisco and in a few municipalities in the states of Michoacan, Tamaulipas, Guanajuato, and Nayarit. It is considered to be a type of mescal, which is a broader category that includes spirits made from other kinds of agave plants as well.
Now that we all know what tequila is, let’s take a look at the different types of tequila. So, there are generally three main types of tequila – Blanco, Anejo, and reposado, with a couple of additional variations.
- Tequila Blanco: Tequila Blanco, which also goes by the name of silver tequila, is said to be the unaged version of tequila that is distilled from the blue Weber agave, and it hails from one of the five Western states in Mexico. You should buy Blanco tequila in the USA or wherever you reside if you are looking for the perfect candidate for Margaritas.
- Tequila Joven: If you happen to come across a Blanco bottle labeled “Joven” then it is another variation of Blanco tequila. It tends to contain a small amount of aged tequila mixed with unaged tequila.
- Tequila añejo: Tequila añejo is a type of tequila that is aged in European or American oak barrels for over a year or so. This particular type of tequila is considered to be the best for sipping neat or for using it as an alternative base spirit in recipes that involve whiskey.
- Extra añejo: This variation of tequila añejo is known to be quite rare as it is aged for at least three years in the barrels.
- Tequila reposado: Tequila reposado is another type of tequila that is also stored in European or American oak barrels, but for a shorter duration, anywhere between two months and a year. If you are looking to enjoy more flavourful and dynamic Margaritas then tequila reposado must be your go-to spirit.