Tequila Jose Cuervo is characterized by low-key stability, it is considered one of the most acceptable opening options for beginners. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that from time to time the producers of the drink are characterized by rather bold and unexpected experiments. For example, for some time they produced Cuervo Black mixed tequila, which, instead of the usual cane alcohol, included a distillate obtained from sugar beets.
The European-oriented export version of mixed and 38% tequila from José Cuervo contains XNUMX degrees of alcohol. In addition, the brand produces Especial Cinge cinnamon liqueur and a variety of ready-made cocktail variations on the Margarita theme.
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A Brief History of Tequila by Jose Cuervo
The José Cuervo brand produces the oldest commercial agave in Mexico, made from specially cultivated plants.
Its history dates back to the time of Spanish rule, when in 1758 a certain José Antonio de Cuervo y Valdes acquired a royal land license, thanks to which he was able to become the owner of the Cofradia de las Animas hacienda.
Probably, in view of the insufficient fertility of the local soil, the newly minted landowner decided to cultivate the wild agave with the subsequent production of mezcal from it.
The semi-legal trading of his own agave, later known as Casa de Сuervo, allowed the son of the founder of the family business, Jose Maria Guadalupe de Cuervo, to conduct business on a legal basis.
In 1795, he managed to obtain from King Carlos IV the first patent in history, officially allowing not only the production of agave alcohol, but also giving the right to its wide commercial implementation.
Towards the end of the XNUMXth century, the descendants of José Maria, due to difficult financial circumstances, were forced to sell the family business to their more fortunate countryman, Vincento Jesus Flores.
However, already in 1900, the family distillery returned to the family again as a result of the marriage of the widow of Flores, Anna Gonzalez Rubio and José Cuervo Labastida, who served as the manager of her late husband.
It was during this period that the company’s products, made exclusively from blue agave, received its current name: Tequila José Cuervo. Under this name, the drink became known in many countries of the world.
There is a legend that it was on its basis that the famous Margarita was first prepared.
Today, the company is owned by distant relatives of Cuervo and Flores. These worthy people even managed to resist the onslaught of the ubiquitous alcohol monster Diageo, who sought to acquire a controlling stake in the company for more than $ 3 billion.
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Varieties of tequila Jose Cuervo
Especial Silver
An unremarkable colorless mixed drink suitable for adding to youth cocktails.
Especial Gold
Another ordinary (this time tinted) cocktail version, containing, according to the manufacturer, a certain amount of Reposado.
Traditional Silver
The young drink, as well as all of the following, is a XNUMX% agave distillate.
Thanks to the use of special technology, this tequila can be stored in the freezer without compromising its organoleptic properties.
Accordingly, it is intended for serving in the form of ice shots.
Traditional Rested
Light straw drink aged in oak barrels for two to six months.
Like all aged representatives of the premium class from this brand, Tradicional Reposado is produced using pre-industrial technologies.
The drink has hints of freshly cut grass in the aroma and light notes of tropical spices in taste and aftertaste.
It is recommended to use in its pure form.
Family Reserve
Copper-amber digestif of the Extra Añejo class, created in 1995 to commemorate the official bicentennial anniversary of the company.
The drink is a blend of spirits, numbering from three years of aging and a thirty-year-old distillate stored in family cellars.
This tequila, sold in designer wooden packaging, has an extremely complex aroma and multifaceted taste, turning into a velvety aftertaste containing cognac associations.
Manufacturers recommend serving the drink in snifters.
Anniversary
An ultra-premium collectible drink, created on the eve of the 250th anniversary since the founding father of the company received the right to own a hacienda.
In fact, it is a Reserva de la Familia, aged for three years in bourbon casks, after which, sent for 10 months in sherry casks.
New and special series of Jose Cuervo tequila you can always see on the official website: http://cuervo.com/products/
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Relevance: 18.05.2017
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