10 Surprising Facts About Tequila! (full) #mexico #trivia

Learn more: https://bartendertraining.ca/education-training/can-you-drink-tequila-and-vodka/ 10 Things you might not know about Tequila: 1 Origin: Tequila is named after the town of Tequila in the Mexican state of Jalisco, where it originated. 2006 the town and its surrounding area were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. 2 First Distillation: Spanish settlers' first known distillation of tequila occurred in the 16th century. 3 Agave Plant: Tequila is made from the blue agave plant, specifically Agave tequilana. 4 Mezcal vs. Tequila: Tequila is a type of mezcal, but not all mezcal is tequila. Mezcal can be made from various types of agave, while tequila must be made from blue agave. 5 Regulations: To be legally called tequila, a spirit must be produced in specific regions of Mexico, primarily in Jalisco and parts of four other states. 6 Aging: There are different types of tequila-based on ageing: Blanco (unaged), Reposado (aged 2-12 months), Añejo (aged 1-3 years), and Extra Añejo (aged over 3 years). 7 Tequila Worm: Contrary to popular belief, the worm found in some mezcal bottles is not found in tequila bottles. The worm is actually a marketing gimmick for mezcal. 8 Calories: Tequila is lower in calories than other spirits, with approximately 64 calories per shot. 9 Health Benefits: Some studies suggest that the natural sugars in tequila, called agavins, may aid digestion and weight loss.