It would only be my luck to turn 21 while in quarantine. While I might not be able to celebrate in the way that I though I would, I will be celebrating with the same drink; tequila. Tequila may be the black out drink of choice, however, it’s history goes far beyond the days of college binge drinking.
As you may know, tequila is a product of the agave plant. Created in the 1500’s in the city of Tequila, but it was until 80 years after its creation that it was mass produced in the city of Jalisco, Mexico. The Cuervo family was the first family to be granted permission to sell tequila commercially. Thanks to the Spain’s king, Carlos, we now have the brand we know and love, Jose Cuervo ESPECIAL .
Wrapping up this brief history lesson, the next time you see tequila remember that it’s made of sugar and will kill ya.
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