10 Things Every Guy Should Know About Tequila

Get to know the misunderstood spirit.

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Tequila is a misunderstood spirit. You're likely accustomed to seeing it in margaritas, its subtleties masked by large quantities of sugar, or in shot glasses with a salted rim. But you don't really know tequila.

A good blanco tequila makes a smooth cocktail you can drink all night, while an aged tequila invites savoring and slow sipping in the way a scotch would. We spoke to Master Distiller Enrique de Colsa of Tequila Don Julio about the complexities of tequila and how the history of the spirit's production plays a role in what's in our glass today. These are 10 Things Every Guy Should Know About Tequila.

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What is tequila made from?

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Why is Mexico the ideal place to produce tequila?

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Can tequila be produced outside of Mexico?

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Why is tequila so strictly regulated? What are the rules?

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How long has tequila been around?

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How can you spot quality tequila?

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How is a blanco different from a reposado or an añejo?

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How does aging affect tequila?

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What's the best way to drink tequila?

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How do you serve tequila?

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