With so many great tequilas to choose from, picking the right brand can be an overwhelming task. So we created a list of 5 tequilas for you – whether you prefer a smooth blanco, complex reposado, or even something as bold as an extra-anejo. Explore the various flavors and nuances of each of these fine tequilas, and choose the one that best suits your tastes!

How is tequila made?

Tequila is made from the blue agave plant, which grows mainly in the Mexican states of Jalisco, Guanajuato, Michoacán and Tamaulipas. The juice extracted from the heart of these plants is used to make tequila. The hearts are cooked in ovens or steamers so that they can be mashed and extracted. The juice is put into large fermentation tanks where yeast is added to it, turning the sugars into alcohol. After this, the fermented liquid is distilled twice in copper stills in order to produce a clear spirit that can range from 55% to 60% ABV. This spirit is then aged in oak barrels for several months or years, depending on the type of tequila. Blanco (unaged) tequilas have a lighter flavor and are typically bottled directly after distillation, while reposado (aged) and anejo (extra aged) tequilas tend to have a more complex and mellow flavor as they spend time in oak barrels. Finally, the spirit is blended with other ingredients to produce a bottle of tequila that meets the standards set by Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT).

In addition to meeting CRT’s specific requirements, many tequila producers pride themselves on their unique production methods. Some may use only traditional cooking techniques while others employ modern or hybrid ones and may even add special ingredients in order to create a unique flavor profile. No matter what methods are used, the final product must meet the standards set by CRT in order for it to be labeled and sold as tequila.

The opinion of the top tasting tequila is really up to you and your tastes. In our house/saloon we normally have at least 1 bottle of Patron. No its not because its the best tasting or the top of the top shelf, it really because its familiar and we’ve had it for going many years.

However lets talk about 5 of the most popular tequilas around. Only 5…but there are WAY more to explore.

Patron

Patron is one of the most popular tequila brands in the world. It was founded in 1989 by John Paul DeJoria, who wanted to create a high-quality tequila using traditional methods and ingredients. The brand’s signature product is its Anejo, which is made from estate-grown 100% blue agave plants, cooked in brick ovens, and aged for 18 months in oak barrels. Patron also offers a Blanco tequila and several other varieties.

Jose Cuervo

Jose Cuervo is also one of the most popular brands of tequila and has been around since 1795 so its one of the oldest brands (certainly the oldest on this list) The company produces a variety of tequilas, including a traditional blanco, as well as more aged varieties like reposado and añejo. Jose Cuervo is also one of the few companies that produce tequila with 100% blue agave.

Sauza

Sauza is another popular brand of tequila that has been around since 1873. In 2003 Sauza was at the top of its game and awarded the title of the most consumed tequila.The company produces a variety of tequilas, including blanco, reposado, and añejo. Sauza also produces a special “conmemorativo” tequila that is aged for a minimum of three years.

Herradura

Herradura is a premium brand of tequila that has been around since 1870. The company produces a variety of tequilas, including blanco, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo. Herradura’s extra añejo tequila is aged for a minimum of four years and is one of the most expensive tequilas on the market.

Don Julio

Don Julio is another premium brand of tequila that was founded in 1942. The company produces a variety of tequilas, including blanco, reposado, and añejo. Don Julio’s flagship product is its 1942 Añejo Tequila, which is aged for a minimum of two years.

Conclusion

In conclusion, there are many different brands of tequila that vary in flavor and complexity. While each brand has its own unique production methods, they must all adhere to the standards set by the Tequila Regulatory Council. The five brands discussed here are only some of the most popular and recognizable brands in the world. Whether you prefer a blanco or an añejo, there is sure to be a tequila that fits your tastes. So find the bottle of tequila that suits you best, and let the good times roll!