From a herbal sip of blanco to a classic Margarita tequila is a global hit with a long history
dating back to the Aztecs. You might know that tequila is distilled from the agave plant but
did you know that ancient goddesses wars and even bats play a crucial part in its story
too? Tequila expert Millie Milliken is your guide to the art and craft of tequila - the type of
agave used and how it is harvested the jimadors who grow the agaves the distillers and
blender who make tequila the types of tequila and the different levels of ageing. From
precolonial times to its use in Mexican culture and history and all the way through to
today's resurgence delve into the fascinating history of one of the world's oldest spirits.
Next the tasting course. Explore the wide variety of flavours you can expect to taste in
different tequilas the significance of the glass you drink from and the equipment you need to
start making cocktails. Tequila may all be made from one type of agave but they are
categorised in six different flavour categories showcasing the variety of this fascinating
spirit. Finally experiment with making your own cocktails with Millie's tips on making the
perfect Margarita Batanga Paloma Tequila Sunrise and more.
