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Next, they’re shredded or mashed, creating agave juice (aka wort), which is poured into wooden or stainless steel vats. After years of heartfelt nurturing of the agave plants, they are finally ready for their transformation into the finest Mexican Tequila.
I even drink it as a virgin cocktail on a hot day, mixed with sparking water and loads of ice, for the ultimate refreshing pick-me-upper.If you do manage to get your lips around a glass of the hot stuff, you’ll discover the rich, 100 per cent agave flavours, as well as a toasty after taste from the barrel it was aged in. Along with that extra aging there comes a natural, golden hue, which can range from light gold to deep amber. Highland agave plants tend to yield a sweeter or fruitier spirit, while lowland agave plants tend to yield earthier flavours. That is why we select only the best hijuelos , which are already 3 to 4 years old, before being planted by hand in our fields. The creator of LALO named the brand after his nickname, “Lalo” which was given to him by his grandfather, Don Julio.
As a result, the piña (Spanish for pineapple) is revealed and the Jimador is finishing the pina depending on the product being made. Aged in American oak barrels for eleven months, the tequila takes on this sweet oak and cinnamon flavour, as well as the natural vanilla notes found in agave.This fine Sierra Tequila from Mexico was launched to the market in 1981 and is available in over 90 countries. The area is known for its intensive, mineral-rich red soil, and ideal climate – the perfect environment for the agave azul.
For a twist, you can opt for the Double Barrel Reposado, which is aged for an additional eleven months in a charred barrel for extra flavour. One should have the Tequila Sierra at hand any time and in particular if in the mood for celebration. When I was a student, way too many moons ago, tequila was your “one-for-the-road” quickie at the bar counter before stumbling home in the early morning hours.You may have a hard time getting your hands on a bottle of el Jimador Reposado, thanks to its newfound success and popularity. For an inexpensive tequila that offers great taste, you can’t go past Jose Cuervo Especial Reposado. Our Master Distillers taste and blend various barrels and decide when our Tequilas are ready to be bottled.