Your Tequila Took 10 Years to Make… Here’s Why

March 19, 2026 • 00:04:11
Your Tequila Took 10 Years to Make… Here’s Why
Tasting Tequila with Brad
Your Tequila Took 10 Years to Make… Here’s Why

Mar 19 2026 | 00:04:11

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Show Notes

How tequila is made, agave farming, Blue Weber agave, tequila process explained — your tequila took up to 10 years to make, and it all starts in the agave fields of Mexico. In this episode of Tasting Tequila with Brad, we break down how tequila actually begins — long before distillation. You’ll learn how agave is grown, the difference between seed vs hijuelos, and why most tequila comes from cloned plants. We also explain: • Why agave takes 5–10 years to mature • What happens when the agave plant flowers (quiote) • How monoculture farming impacts tequila quality • The role of bats in agave pollination • Why growing practices matter for flavor and sustainability If you’ve ever wondered how tequila is made or why quality tequila takes so long, this video explains everything from the ground up. Subscribe for tequila reviews, interviews, and education: https://youtube.com/@TastingTequilaWithBrad #tequilalovers #Agave #TequilaEducation #HowTequilaIsMade #AdditiveFreeTequila #TequilaLovers #AgaveSpirits #TequilaFacts #TastingTequila © Tasting Tequila with Brad

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