TEQUILA TALK

Here at the Mexican Café, we pride ourselves in having arguably the largest range of tequila in New Zealand. To find out more about our tequila, please read on or check out our page that is dedicated to the "gift from the gods" to view our exclusive range of reserve tequilas go to the tequila list

In addition, please check out our comprehensive wine list , cocktail list , and our drinks list

Blanco (Plata or Silver) Tequila

• Purest form of Tequila & its true essence, that of the Blue Agave Plant
• Can be either 100% Agave or mixed Tequilas
• Can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks
• Blancos have a floral, herbal & peppery quality smoothed by the Agave's sweetness

Reposado Tequila

• Translated means "rested"
• Must be aged in wood for at least 60 days & almost always less than one year
• A nice balance between the essence of the Blue Agave &the Vanilla & Spice imparted from the Oak Barrel
• Can be enjoyed straight or in mixed drinks

Anejo Tequila

• Tequila aged for a minimum of one year & up to three years
• Aged in government sealed barrels (usually Kentucky Whiskey)
• Characterised by it's dark colour & smooth flavour
• Enjoyed sipped straight in a brandy snifter