Especially over the last few decades, tequila has cemented its status in bars worldwide; bottles of the spirit grace shelves amidst vodka, whiskey, and other widespread offerings. As a result, it's ...

Aug. 3—(Family Features) As one of the world's most popular spirits, tequila has a rich heritage rooted in traditional Mexican craftsmanship. Yet, many people may not be aware of its history or all ...

Very quickly, to be called “tequila” legally, the spirit in your bottle has the be made with Blue Weber agave in Jalisco, Mexico. So a Blue Weber agave spirit that’s made in, say, Baja California or ...

When most people retire, they take on a more laid-back, slow-paced lifestyle. However, that is not the case for Bill Foss. After retiring 23 years ago, Foss decided to buy an agave farm in Mexico. He ...

Growing agave To be officially designated as tequila, the beverage must be distilled from agave grown in certain regions of Mexico, mainly Tequila and surrounding municipalities. The rich volcanic ...

She set out to make a product that would stand out by staying true to the region’s heritage. “It’s tequila like our grandparents drank,” Barajas Cárdenas said. Instead of industrial machines, her ...

As typical crop yields shrink in the face of drought, growing and distilling agave may be a sustainable solution ...

After a decade of runaway growth, Tequila is growing up. In 2026, slowing consumer demand, transparency, and industry ...

The popularity of mezcal has grown in the U.S., but it can still often get mistaken for its relative, tequila. While you can often order a margarita with tequila or mezcal, the difference between the ...