Tequila with salt and lime across the rest of the world. The red volcanic soil in the region around the city of Tequila is particularly well suited to the growing of the blue agave, and more than 300 million of the plants are harvested there each year. Agave grows differently depending on the region. Blue agaves grown in the highlands Los Altos region are larger in size and sweeter in aroma and taste. Agaves harvested in the lowlands, on the other hand, have a more herbaceous fragrance and flavor. Mexican laws state that tequila can only be produced in the state
Tequila Slammer glass if not imbibed immediately, the result (and intention) of which is swift intoxication. It can also be served with equal parts tequila, white wine (or champagne) and lemonade, creating a more potent, flavoursome mix. A Mexican variant known as the "Tequila Boom-Boom" uses tequila, 7-Up (or Sprite) and grenadine syrup. Tequila Slammer A Tequila Slammer (known in Mexico as a "muppet" or "mópet") is a cocktail served in a rocks glass. It is made with tequila. The drink gets its name from the way it is commonly consumed; the usual procedure is to leave about a fifth of the