"Sauza" tequila - a drink for the elite

Tequila - known to many a strong alcoholic beverage originally from Mexico, named after the city of Tequila, in the vicinity of which this elite alcohol is manufactured. The basis of tequila is the fruit of the blue agave (core). Tequila "South" - a brand that forever won the hearts of fans with a rich taste and unsurpassed aroma.

History of occurrence

It all began almost two centuries ago, when one of the Mexican entrepreneurs caught on with the idea of creating their own tequila production. Senobio Sauza systematically increased the front of the work, and as a result he managed not only to cover the entire area, but also to establish a permanent export of alcoholic beverage to other countries. Tequila, which quickly won a leading position in the alcohol market, was given the name in honor of South. Over time, the company of Don Senobio has become a major dealer with a brand name. It has been more than 150 years since the first bottles with an elite drink came to the tables of buyers, but even today "Sauza" tequila is considered one of the best brands of alcohol. And the reasons for this are very strong: it is made from an eco-product (selected fruits of blue agave), there are no coloring agents and preservatives, which increases the quality, it has unsurpassed taste and rich aroma.

What is the "South" tequila?

Like any alcoholic beverage, tequila has several distinctive features. Now there are four kinds on the market, each of which is unique. Alcohol content of about 40%, bottling 0,7 or 1 liter, as well as a pungent taste mixed with spicy shades - it is about the "South" tequila Blanco (silver). The next type of tequila - Conmemorativo - is made traditionally from the fruits of blue agave, but with the addition of grain alcohol. To bouquet managed to gain the necessary flavor, it is insisted for at least six years. Another type of drink - Tequila "South" Gold Extra - a classic taste, with a special note. This drink lasts two years in oak (and no other) barrels, which directly affects its taste. And, finally, "Sousa" Hornitos Reposado, the exposure is not less than a year. One series seems to continue the other with a slightly noticeable discrepancy in the aftertaste.

Features of tequila

Tequila can be used in different ways. There is a whole rite of how to drink a drink in order to fully feel the beauty of a fragrant bouquet. However, there are also types of tequila that are used for making cocktails.

For example, tequila "Sausa Silver" - a crystal-clear drink, with a soft, balanced taste that perfectly matches with any other shades. Apples and jasmine, citrus notes, pepper, spices - all this can be felt when mixing several types of alcohol. Also tequila "Silver" is accepted to serve as an aperitif. Mixing so many tastes has a beneficial effect on appetite, and also does not interrupt served meals. This is important for an aperitic drink. By the way, if you try several different brands of tequila, then it is "Silver" that will differ fresh and bracing taste, while any other - more dense, heavy and saturated.

Myths associated with tequila

"Sauza" tequila has spawned a lot of myths, which are happily passed from mouth to mouth. The most common is that the drink is made from cactus. The basis of tequila is the fruits of blue agave, more like big pineapples, but not cacti.

By the way, agave in the world has more than 300 species, but this drink is exclusively blue.

The next myth that tequila is easy to prepare at home. Nothing like this, before you make a drink, you look after the agave for at least 8 years, in a certain way. The biggest misconception is that from tequila there is no hangover syndrome. As with any alcohol, you should know the measure. Fusel oils in the drink are also present, but the taste is so harmonious that it is almost impossible to feel them. Therefore, with excessive use of tequila, a hangover is bound to be. Yes, and one can not help but recall one more thing: in a bottle with a tequila there must be an impregnated caterpillar. Mexicans do not do that. This counter, invented by the Americans, was launched as an advertisement.

How to drink tequila

Strangely enough, but the opinion that tequila should be drunk only with lemon (lime) and salt, is incorrect. For today, there are six ways to properly consume an alcoholic beverage. Each is designed precisely to emphasize the taste of tequila, shading its special aspects. For example, tequila "South Gold" It would be better not to drink with salt and lemon, but with a slice of orange and cinnamon. For fans of thrills: tequila can be mixed with beer - 33 grams of tequila for 330 beers (only light). Orange liqueur, lemon juice, ice and tequila - you get the famous cocktail "Margarita". For a cheerful mood it is better to prepare "Tequila-Boom" - strongly water and tequila "South" silver. "Sangrita" and "Banderita" is practically the famous "Bloody Mary", but with the addition of other ingredients - oranges, lemons, onions, peppers, sugar, salt, tomato. Naturally, the juices are poured in layers, this allows the drink to look spectacular.

What else you should know about tequila

How much does the "South" tequila cost? The price can differ only slightly. This elite drink was never considered cheap, it is worth remembering that a real branded brand will not cost several hundred rubles. This is understandable, an ecologically clean drink made according to traditional recipes, with the sweetness of agave in the aftertaste - quality can not be cheap. The average cost of a bottle is within one thousand rubles.