what are the diffferences in them and are they used the same in making drinks? The only kinds I have ever had were the traditional Jose' Cuervo and the Tequila Rose (which is awesome). Anyone know about the others? There was even one that was clear.......
2006-08-05 14:16:10 · 9 answers · asked by Debi L 3 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Jose Cuervo Gold for drinks or shots is really good. Anything cheaper than that really sucks. Anything more expensive just gets better.
Tequila Rose is a whole different story. That doesn't even taste like tequila. It taste like strawberry cream to me. We used to drink it as shots, never had it in a drink, but it's one of those things that sneak up on you because it's so good and easy going down. I personally cannot even taste any alcohol and all of a sudden you're smashed!!!!!
2006-08-05 19:04:28 · answer #1 · answered by Karen H 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
tequila is only tequila if it is made from 51% or more of the blue agave plant and if it comes from a certain region in mexico. if it is less than 51% then it is called mezcal. all tequilas are made from a different percentage. there are some that are 75% and then there are some like cazadores that is 100% blue agave. this means that it is the most premium tequila. the different colors are based on the aging process.
blanco - the youngest, it is clear, sometimes called silver and isn't aged for more than a couple of months
reposado - the middle, it is a light yellowish color and is aged for up to a year
anejo - is a gold color, the oldest, and is aged for about 1 - 3 years.
they age the tequila usually in oak barrels. this is what gives it the color. the older a tequila is, the more smooth and you probably don't want to mix it, however this is complete personal preference as i think that blanco is the smoothest.
tequila rose is a strawberry liqueur (cordial) with a hint of tequila mixed for taste. this is not actually a tequila.
2006-08-06 03:34:55 · answer #2 · answered by bargirl_2323 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The kind of tequila depends on how long and in what kind of cantainer it's aged. Under Mexican law on the subject, there are four legitimate types of tequila:
• Silver (plata), which is clear and transparent, and bottled immediately after distillation.
• Gold (oro), which is basically plata with some coloring and flavoring added to it. (Both silver and gold are sometimes labeled "joven" — young.)
• Aged (reposado — "rested"), which has spent at least two months in oaken barrels.
• Extra-aged (añejo), which has stayed at least one year in oaken barrels.
What are the differences from the standpoint of the imbiber? One is in the color — añejos tend to be darker than reposados, which in turn generally are darker than platas — but color alone is not a reliable guide to age or quality.
Another difference is price, which tends to increase with the age of the product. Añejo is typically more expensive than reposado, which is usually more expensive than plata or gold. Then there are some super-premium brands really expensive.
here are some thoughts on how to use the different types:
• Plata or oro is the thing to use for mixed drinks. Some of it can be sipped as well, if you like a lighter, slightly edgier taste.
• Reposado is affordable and tasty for sipping straight. Some folks like it in their margaritas, although it's a bit of a waste, because the sugar and lime juice will mask some of the flavors of the tequila.
• Using añejo for anything but sipping is like mixing VSOP cognac with root beer. May not be illegal, but probably should be — and it's got to be immoral.
2006-08-06 10:01:51 · answer #3 · answered by gospieler 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are mixing drinks, then you can use the cheaper ones. If you are drinking it straight, then you will want Jose Cuervo. The newer ones may not be made from the mezcal plant, as it is becoming harder to find. So check the labels.
2006-08-05 21:25:38 · answer #4 · answered by Delora Gloria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure that the tequila is 100% agave and then it is real.. Jose is NOT in United States but is in Mexico. After this it is cost vs taste. Just experiment. I like lots of them.
2006-08-07 11:30:38 · answer #5 · answered by Tequila Gypsy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cuervo gold, cuervo 1800, cuervo traditional, sauza giro gold, sauza gold, sauza harnitos, sauza tres generaciones, sauza galardon, don eduardo, two fingers, anejo parton, cabo wabo...all tequilla varies in price and strength...honestly I feel the best tequilla out there is Anejo Patron...It's expensive though...we're talkin like $ 10 a shot... I'm a bartender, a lot of things taste better with one kind rather than others though...be careful... maybe I can help what are you making wtih tequilla?
2006-08-05 22:45:37 · answer #6 · answered by Mandi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jose Cuervo Gold - all ya need to know.
2006-08-05 21:30:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are mixing the Tequila then get the cheapest...they all taste like crap until you get to really good ones. If you are drinking it straight then try Don Julio (Anejo) it is very good. Patron is crap. Don Julio is the best...I like it so much I named my dog Don Julio!
2006-08-05 21:30:21 · answer #8 · answered by Jessica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floooooor.
2006-08-05 21:20:49 · answer #9 · answered by C. T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋