If you haven’t heard of tequila then you’re doing something wrong; as one of Mexico’s largest exports and a favorite drink among Nigerians, it’s ubiquitous in bars across the country and around the world. However, despite the love most people got for Tequila it is’nt as popular as it really should especially in this part of the world. So next time you out in a bar, make sure to ask for a shot of Tequila but before you do, here are the top 20 things you probably didn’t know about this authentic Mexican drink.
- Did you know there are many different varieties of tequila? Guess no. Blanco, which is the least aged version; Reposado, aged for 2-12 months; Añejo, aged in oak for 1-3 years; Extra Añejo, aged for 3-5 years. The more the tequila has been aged, the darker it will be.
- After opening a bottle of tequila, you should drink it within two months. Leaving it open any longer puts the agave at risk of losing its distinctive flavor profile.
- The word tequila allegedly comes from a Nahuatl word. It’s said to mean ‘the place where plants are harvested’.
- Tequila is a huge symbol of Mexican national pride. The sales of tequila reportedly go through the roof around the dates of Mexican Independence Day in mid-September.
- Drinking tequila does, surprisingly, have health benefits. It can help lower your cholesterol, stress levels (for obvious reasons) and can apparently help stimulate insulin production. In addition, it’s helpful if you’ve got a cold or stomach problems.
- The most expensive bottle of Tequila ever sold cost $225,000 that’s a whooping N81,000,000.
