Tequila "Cartridge": description, manufacturer, types and composition

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Not every representative of this expensive drink deserves to bear the name "tequila". Patron is perhaps one of the most responsible producers of a great drink. Exquisite aroma and soft interweaving of flavors create a unique bouquet, characteristic only of the products of this company.

Tequila Patron

Tequila "Patron" meet the high standards of the producing country. In Mexico, there is even a special law governing the rules for production, aging and bottling. A team of well-trained specialists oversees every step of the production of this brand's high-quality beverages.

What is tequila?

This is a strong alcoholic drink made from a special type of cactus-like plant. Only blue agave, which grows mainly in the state of Jalisco, in Mexico, is suitable for the manufacture of Patron tequila. The original taste is achieved by a unique composition, including more than 50% alcohol from agave juice. The purchase can cost a decent amount, but it will fully meet expectations.

Good drink and can't be cheap. In order to distill the juice, it is necessaryfirst ten years to grow a plant. Only after that it reaches the required size. An adult plant can reach a weight of 90 kg! Then the juice is squeezed out, sugar is added to it and left until the end of fermentation. After distillation, a rich and exotic Patron tequila is obtained.

Interesting facts

Historians claim that the Aztecs were the first producers of the original agave drink. Supposedly, in the early thirteenth century, the Aztec tribe Nachtual made the first "drink of the gods", which was considered sacred.

It was only in the seventies of the last century that a strong alcoholic drink became a real Mexican brand. Today, the areas where the blue agave for Patron tequila is grown are protected by UNESCO.

Mostly all types of tequila contain from 35 to 50% alcohol, but some elite varieties have up to 55% alcohol in their composition. The most expensive specimens gain their taste qualities by aging in oak barrels. With prolonged exposure, tequila loses up to 10% of alcohol. Excess fusel oils are leveled by oak wood, the drink becomes more refined and subtle.

At the end of the last century and the beginning of this century, the arrival of the Patron tequila drink on the market was significantly reduced. "Patron" has lost most of the plantations of blue agave, which is vital for the production of the drink. The reason was a decrease in the ability of the plant to tolerate diseases. The Mexican government urgently took emergency measures to save the amazing plant. However, despite the gradual increase in plantations, prices for finisheddrink remained quite high.

Varieties of tequila "Cartridge"

Patron is a well-known manufacturer of aromatic drink, which is highly valued not only abroad, but also in our country. Patron Spirits is a well-known brand and the largest exporter of premium tequila with three popular brands.

The first of them is the elite Reposado Patron tequila, which means "rested", aged for three or more months in white oak barrels or steel vats. The longer the exposure, the more golden hue the drink acquires. The soft texture is achieved through double distillation. It is produced using the highest quality variety of the best blue agave - tequilana weber.

This is a very mild blend of exquisite fragrances. Light hints of citrus blend with intoxicating honey and vanilla. In the distance, you can feel a slight astringency of oak bark and a pleasant aftertaste.

Many bartenders use this variety of tequila to make original cocktails. True connoisseurs get undeniable pleasure from a pure, undiluted drink.

Tequila "Patron Añejo", or "seasoned" - the second, but no less popular luxury alcohol. The stay of this variety in cognac barrels lasts from one to three years. For the production of a blended drink, agave of the same name is used. After the end of the "maturation", tequila is bottled or small barrels.

It's amber-golden drink with a pleasant aroma of melon and honey. Barely noticeable sweetness of vanilla is muted by light smoke and captivates with its depth.

Connoisseurs prefer to drink Patron Añejo tequila with the addition of a small amount of apple cider, which gives the drink a richer taste.

Crystal clear Patron Silver tequila differs from the first two varieties not only in its color, but also in its taste originality. It is dominated by intense agave aromas and soft natural sweetness. This type of high quality brew is not aged and is bottled immediately after distillation.

How to drink tequila

In answering this question, opinions differ. Gourmets prefer to drink undiluted tequila. Their argument is that you can appreciate the sophistication and richness of the aroma only after you have "tasted" this "divine drink" in its purest form. They believe that only by slowly sipping, you can properly feel its originality and abundance of shades.

Tequila is best drunk at room temperature from a glass narrow glass of small volume. This form gives a person the opportunity to inhale the full composition of odors. A little s alt on the back of your hand and a dainty slice of lemon or lime will complete the effect.

Despite the assertions of connoisseurs that a chic drink does not require additives, many prefer it in a variety of cocktails. The most popular are margarita, sunrise or sunrise and Patron tequila with tonic.

Margarita

The traditional composition of this wonderful drink: 30 ml of tequila, the same amount of natural lime juice, a few drops of orange liqueur. The cocktail is shaken in a shaker and poured into glasses. The edges can be decorated with a s alt rim and a thin lime wedge.

Sunrise

This is a simple summer cocktail with 40 ml Patron tequila, 10 ml lime juice and pomegranate. Sometimes different syrups, soda or liquor are added for piquancy. Some prefer to add natural orange juice.

All components are placed in a blender with pieces of ice and lightly beaten. This sumptuous concoction is poured into chilled glasses and topped with an orange slice.

TT

This is a funny abbreviation for the original cocktail of ¼ tequila, ½ glass of tonic water, ice and a little lime.

Are you sad? Then call the guests and arrange positive gatherings with a bottle of real tequila. Great mood will be guaranteed!