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Can You Be Allergic To Tequila? Signs & Symptoms (2022)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Tequila is one of our go-to alcoholic drinks to order at a bar or a party. After all, what’s a party without tequila shots?

But the question is – can you be a

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Why Is There a Worm in Tequila Bottles?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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A worm is not a tequila class. NOM-006 has no worm rule. Mezcal marketing is separate.

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Is 1800 Tequila Good?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Good is not a class. Official Blanco 40%/80, 100% blue weber, NOM 1612. Other-market 38% FLAG.

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What Is Reposado Tequila?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Reposado is CRT aged tequila: ≥2 months in oak. Typical US 40%. Not a sipping score. NOM-006 / 27 CFR 5.148.

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Who Makes Casamigos Tequila?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Diageo has owned Casamigos since 2017. Current bottles commonly carry NOM 1609 (Diageo México Operaciones, Atotonilco El Alto). Older NOM 1416 bottles exist. Read the label. Typical US ABV is 40%.

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512 Tequila vs 818: What’s the Difference?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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512 and 818 flagships are both typically 40% ABV / 80 proof 100% agave tequilas. A 1.5 oz pour is one standard drink either way. They are not the same NOM. Read the bottle. Not a tasting score.

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Is Jose Cuervo 100% Agave?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Jose Cuervo Especial is mixto 51/49. Tradicional is 100% blue weber. NOM 1122. Typical US 40% FLAG. Not Casamigos 1609.

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Kirkland Tequila Silver vs Patrón: What’s the Difference?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Patrón Silver is 40% ABV, NOM 1492. Kirkland silver is typically 40% with a reported current NOM 1173. Same drink math. Not the same distillery. No invented MSRP.

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Kirkland Tequila: Proof, NOM, and Types

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Kirkland tequila is a Costco contract line. Current bottles are widely reported as NOM 1173 Santa Lucía. Older lots 1142 or 1472. Typical US 40% ABV — one drink per 1.5 oz. Read the NOM. No invented warehouse price.

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How To Take A Tequila Shot With Lime? Answered (2022)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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What’s a party without tequila shots? But wait, should it be tequila – lime – salt or salt – tequila – lime?

If you are unsure how to take a tequila shot wit

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