Best Tequila for Margaritas: Why “100% Agave” Isn’t the Whole Story
100% agave tequila can legally contain up to 1% undisclosed additives. Here’s how to read the label, which blancos to buy, and the ratio that fixes most margaritas.
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What Brands of Tequila Are 100% Blue Agave?
100% agave is a NOM-006 category. Mixto tequila is at least 51% blue weber. Casamigos current NOM 1609 / hist. 1416. Patrón core NOM 1492. Cuervo mixto 51/49 NOM 1122. Typical US 40% — FLAG. No ranking.
Tequila at Costco: Kirkland NOM and Proof
Costco tequila is a warehouse list. Kirkland current documented NOM is 1173; older lots 1142/1472. Typical US 40%. Not a ranking. Casamigos is 1609/1416.
What Is Kirkland Tequila Silver Comparable To?
Kirkland Silver is a Costco blanco. Current documented NOM is 1173. Comparable means CRT class, not a clone of Casamigos or Patrón. Typical US 40%.
Best Blanco Tequila for Margaritas
The IBA Margarita is 50 ml 100% agave tequila, 20 ml triple sec, and 15 ml lime. Blanco is the unaged CRT class. Most US blancos are 40% ABV. Not a 10-bottle ranking.
Is Mezcal Stronger Than Tequila?
Neither class is stronger. NOM-006 tequila and NOM-070 mezcal both allow 35–55%. Typical US 40% — FLAG. Fortaleza Still Strength 46%/92 is an example, not a crown. No ranking.
Can You Eat the Tequila Worm? Answered (2022 Updated)
Some may have seen it personally while others have heard, but there are mezcal bottles that contain tequila worms. And with all the rumors and theories about a
What Is the Tequila on Queen of the South?
If you’re a fan of the show Queen of the South, you’re probably wondering about the tequila mentioned often on the show.
So what is the tequila on Queen of th
What to Mix With Tequila
No official tequila mixer. Typical 40% FLAG. Casamigos NOM 1609/1416. Count the pour.
Herradura Tequila: Proof, NOM, and Types
Herradura is 100% agave tequila from Casa Herradura, Amatitán, NOM 1119, owned by Brown-Forman. The 2026 brand footer prints 40% ABV. A 1.5 oz pour is one standard drink.