Latino-Owned Tequila Brands to Support Now

Welcome, my friend, to the land of Tequila – the magical elixir that promises to transport you to a world of fun, laughter, and maybe a few regrets the next morning. Tequila is not just any ordinary liquor; it’s a spirit that embodies the soul of Mexico and carries with it a rich history of tradition and celebration. Made from the blue agave plant, tequila is a drink that can be sipped, shot, mixed, or even licked off someone’s belly button (if that’s your thing). So, grab a lime, some salt, and let’s explore the wonderful world of tequila together!

What Makes Tequila Unique?

For a spirit to be labeled as tequila, it must meet certain legal requirements set forth by the Mexican government. Tequila must be produced in specific regions of Mexico, primarily in the state of Jalisco, and must be made using blue agave as the main ingredient. The agave plant must be grown in the designated regions and must be harvested by hand. To make tequila, the mature blue agave plant is harvested and its leaves are trimmed to reveal the core, which is then cooked to extract its sugars. The cooked agave is then crushed to extract the juice, which is fermented and distilled. Tequila can be aged in barrels for different periods to create different varieties, such as blanco, reposado, and añejo. Finally, the tequila is bottled and labeled according to the strict regulations set by the Mexican government.

Latino-Owned Tequila Brands 

Surprisingly, you do not have to be Mexican to own a tequila company. However, shouldn’t we aim to support Latino’s who are making the most of their culture? In the following paragraph we have listed some Tequila brands that are owned by Latinos

1. LALO Blanco – created by Lalo Gonzalez, the grandson of Don Julio Gonzalez, yup his grandfather is the creator of the Don Julio Tequila. The apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree.
2. La Gritona Reposado – Melly Cardenas and her amazing all female staff create this authentic Tequila in Jalisco
3. Tequila Corralejo – Super popular and now you can enjoy it knowing that it is 100% Latino-owned 
4. Sotol Hacienda de Chihuahua
5. Clase Azul Tequila
6. Tequila Pueblo Viejo

Non-Latino Owned Tequila Brands

Choosing not to buy non-Latino owned tequila is an important way to support the preservation of Mexico’s cultural heritage and the livelihoods of the communities that depend on the Tequila industry. Here are some popular tequila brands that, although with a celebrity name to back up their marketing efforts, will steer away from supporting real Mexican tequila.

1. Casamigos Tequila – owned by George Clooney and others
2. Teremana Tequila – owned by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson 
3. 818 Tequila – owned by Kendall Jenner 
4. Villa One Tequila – Nick Jonas and John Varvatos 
5. Cincoro Tequila – Michael Jordan

It is important to support Latino-owned Tequila because it not only helps to preserve the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Mexico, but it also supports the livelihoods of countless Mexican families and communities who depend on the Tequila industry for their income.

By choosing to support Latino-owned Tequila brands, we can help to promote and celebrate the diverse and vibrant culture of Mexico, while also contributing to the economic growth and prosperity of the country. So, let’s raise a glass to Latino-owned Tequila and the wonderful world of Mexican culture and tradition!