If you want to taste the best Tequila come to Tequila Jalisco Mexico. The town of Tequila is located between Guadalajara City and Puerto Vallarta in the state of Jalisco. Tequila is the national beverage of Mexico, and it is usually consumed for celebrations. The Toltec Indians discovered the Tequila 200 years ago.

There are 4 types of bottled Tequila which range from being ages for 3 months to 5 years. Agave plants thrive in Tequila. To actually make the Tequila, the green outer leaves are sliced off leaving the large agave piñas or pineapples to be processed. Mexico has the conditions such as altitude and climate which are perfect for its growth. It takes the agave plant 8 to 10 years to mature and be ready for harvesting and distilling.

The town of Tequila, Mexico processes most of the Tequila that is on the market today. Once in the city, visitors are allowed to tour the various distilleries as well as taste the various Tequilas being processed. Jose Cuervo and Sauza are the 2 mayor Tequila producers here in Tequila Jalisco.

The Mexican National Tequila fair is held every year in Tequila, Jalisco. From November 30 to December 12, it includes Parades, Mexican Rodeos, Cock Fights, Serenades with Mariachis and Firework Displays. If you ever come to this town, you will be able to learn the process of how the tequila is made and you will be able to taste different kinds of tequila without spending a penny, but be careful, you might also get drunk.