Tequila cocktails, fun facts, and win a bottle of Tequila!
This is a collaborative post.
Did you know that 24th July is National Tequila Day? Do you celebrate the day, or like me, did you even know it existed?
If you feel like celebrating, you could throw a party or even drink with your friends.
Fun Tequila Facts
To get you in the mood for National Tequila Day, here are some fun facts about Tequila that you may or may not know.
Did you know that:
Tequila originated in Mexico. It is named after the town of Tequila, located in the state of Jalisco.
Tequila is protected by a designation of origin, meaning it can only be produced in certain regions of Mexico, primarily Jalisco, and limited areas in Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas.
Tequila is a distilled spirit made from the blue agave plant, specifically the Weber blue agave. The heart of the plant, known as the piña, is harvested and used to produce tequila.
It takes the blue agave plant around 8 to 12 years to reach maturity before it can be harvested for tequila production. The slow growth contributes to the unique flavours and qualities of tequila.
There are several types of tequila, including Blanco (silver), reposado (rested), añejo (aged), and extra añejo (extra aged). These categories indicate the ageing process and can affect the flavour of the tequila.
Contrary to popular belief, traditional high-quality tequilas do not contain a worm in the bottle. The worm is sometimes found in bottles of mezcal, but it is not common.
While tequila and mezcal are made from agave, they have distinct differences. Tequila can only be made from the blue agave plant, while mezcal can be made from different types of agave. Additionally, tequila is produced in specific regions, while mezcal production is more widespread throughout Mexico.
Tequila is considered Mexico’s national drink and is deeply ingrained in the country’s cultural and historical heritage.
Often when you think of tequila, you think of tequila slammers. That is how tequila is often drunk when you buy cheap nasty tequila. This is very different.
Tequilas such as KAH Tequila and Rooster Rojo Tequila are beautifully crafted tequilas made from 100% blue weber agave in Tequila, Mexico, and are designed for sipping, NOT slamming.
Cocktails you can make with Tequila
Tequila is often consumed neat, accompanied by a slice of lime and a sprinkle of salt. If you don’t like it neat, maybe you would prefer Tequila in a cocktail instead.
Margarita – is believed to have originated in the 1930s or 1940s and is one of the most popular cocktails made with tequila. It is usually made up of tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur, served in a salt-rimmed glass.
Tequila Sunrise – Another well-known cocktail, the Tequila Sunrise, features tequila, orange juice, and grenadine. It gained popularity in the 1970s and is known for its visually appealing layered colours resembling a sunrise.
KAH Paloma
- 50ml KAH Tequila Blanco
- 10ml Agave syrup
- 10ml Lime juice
- 60ml Pink grapefruit juice
- Soda water
Shake or mix the tequila, syrup, and juices with plenty of ice. Pour into a tall glass fill with ice and top with soda water. Garnish with lime or grapefruit zest, or enjoy as it is.
Elderflower Margarita
- 50ml KAH Tequila Blanco
- 35ml triple sec
- 15ml Fresh lime juice
- 35ml Elderflower cordial
- 1/2 tsp Lemon zest
Combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, elderflower cordial, lemon zest and ice in a shaker. Shake until the shaker is frosted. Pour over an ice-filled glass and garnish with a slice or wedge of lime.
The Prize
I have one bottle of KAH Tequila Blanco to give to one of my readers.
This 70cl stunning white bottle is adorned with an excellent skull design and would look great in any home or bar.
KAH is the UK’s No.1 Ultra-Premium Tequila. It is made in Mexico and made with 100% Blue Weber Agave.
How To Enter
If you’d like to be in with a chance to win a bottle of KAH Tequila Blanco, enter via the Gleam widget below (Ts & Cs Apply).
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I’d love to make some cocktails with it and I love the bottle design too!
This is something I’d like to try. Fingers crossed.
Ooh I’d love to try this bottle out on some friends!
I would like to try it! On it’s own and in some of the cocktails I’m ready to learn how to make 🙂
Sounds great. I absolutely love the design on the bottle
Never heard if this brand of tequila before. Sounds great.
Sounds like something I’d enjoy trying out. Thanks for the competition.
I love tequila, so trying out new brands is always fun.
Ooooh Tequila! Fingers crossed. Would be great for summer.
The bottle is amazing
I would definitely keep it and have it on show
This bottle is so cool, i definitely want this in the booze cupboard!
I love the bottle! I have never tried Tequila, I would share it with my sister and we could both try it together.
I love all the fun facts, hilarious! I must try the two cocktails now
I haven’t really tried tequila since my student days but I’d be willing to give it another go!
Perfect to bring out on my sons 21st in September
Loving the bottle, would love to win this and share with friends
Sounds so good – love to share with friends this summer
Love the bottle – one to keep after I’ve drunk it all in Margaritas!
This would be great for my youngest son who is 18 in October.
I would like to be more adventurerous with my cocktail making
love the look of the battle its very funky and would look great empty used for a candle holder
This bottle is so cool, i definitely want this in my alcohol collection
so much i need to try ! Great ideas
These ideas look great. Just the thing to get a party going.
I do like the sound of the Elderflower Margarita drink! I’d definitely try that.
Ahh what a great summer summer drink, reminds me of my last all inclusive!
This would make me feel like I’m on holiday!
I’m trying to educate myself re cocktails, but need the opportunity!
Tequila Is my favourite, tastes awesome with mango juice
I don’t usually drink Tequila (drink mostly bourbon) but I’m more than willing to try something different!
Would love to win, not had any in years, what a treat!
never tried it BUT would LOVE to thank you
Tequila has not been on my radar for some time, must look some out
Thee cocktails look good, and this bottle looks amazing
I have not had Tequila in a long time, great for making cocktails
this would be a lovely treat!
I never knew Tequila has be made in Mexico. Learnt a lot about Tequila thanks to you. Also thanks for this competition. Such a beautiful bottle too
Making me thirsty for KAH Tequila Blanco just seeing the fabulous bottle
There’s nothing better than a margarita on a summers day in the garden
The bottle is gorgeous. If I was lucky enough to win, I would keep and display the bottle. Thanks for the chance.
I love the unusual bottle! I would have a go at making the KAH Paloma!
I always think a Tequila Sunrise looks so pretty, but I’d really like to try the Elderflower Margarita, as Elderflower is my favourite flavour of mixer.
the bottle alone is worth having, I would probably try some new cocktails
Awesome prize – sounds like a good Tequila
Sounds really good – i want to try the KAH Paloma
This cocktail sounds delicious. the last time I drank tequila was when I worked on cruise ships that ported out of Mexico.
Used to hate a tequila but there’s nothing better these days!
There’s nothing quite like a good Margarita cocktail made with decent tequila on a summer’s day.