What many people do not even realize is Tequila is actually a town in Mexico. Santiago de Tequila, as it is officially known, is located in the Mexican State of Jalisco, in the central western part of the country. It is this area that the blue agave plant… the plant required to make the discount liquors called Tequila… is found naturally.
However, regardless of whether it's created right there in the tiny city of Tequila, or some place outside the State of Jalisco, it is unarguable that there are only five types of Tequila:
Tequila Blanco, also known as "White" or "Silver" Tequila is usually bottled immediately after it is distilled. This is usually the cheapest tequila that you would find at a discount liquor store. If not distilled immediately, Tequila Blanco is aged at the most two months, typically in stainless steel or neutral oak barrels. The flavor of Tequila Blanco is very strong in relation to the agave that is used.
Tequila Joven, also known as "Oro" or "Gold" Tequila, is practically just silver tequila with caramel or food coloring being added. Like Tequila Blanco, Tequila Joven is bottled almost immediately after being distilled; however unlike the "White," Tequila Blanco has colorants and flavorings added to it. Tequila Joven can also be a blend of a silver tequila with an aged or extra-aged tequila. The most popular Tequila Joven in the United States currently is Jose Cuervo Gold.
Tequila Reposado, also known as "rested" or "aged" Tequila, remains in wood containers between two months and a year (This is a requirement validated by the Mexican government). The type of barrel used is dependent on the distiller, though they are commonly made from oak. The finished Tquila Reposado product is dramatically affected by the material the barrel is made of, as well as tannins and resins exuded.
Tequila Anejo, also known as "Extra-Aged" or "Vintage" Tequila, is aged in an oak barrel for a minimum of a year, but cannot be aged for more than three. Similar to the age-requirement for Tequila Reposado, the ageing for an Extra-Aged Tequila is a requirement of the Mexican government. The year-long aging process typiclally produces a smoother taste, and often the aging will take place in former whiskey or cognac barrels. While their flavors are more refined, their color is darker, and their level of alcohol is adjusted.
The final type is Tequila Extra Anejo, which can also be known as "Ultra-Aged" Tequila. This style wasn't established until the early part of 2006. It is the only kind of Tequila type that has no maximum age limit, though the minimum is three years, making it the longest-time-to-create Tequila. If you're looking for discount liquors, this is not the spirit you're looking for.
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