Jose Cuervo, which claims to be the world’s number one tequila, hosted the World of Tequila masterclass at The Island in Bonifacio Global City recently.
Held across major cities in Asia that started in Japan, the World of Tequila is a masterclass that gives bartenders and tequila lovers alike the chance to learn about tequila. With Stelios’ limitless passion for tequila, he took guests at The Island through a detailed look at the unique history of a globally celebrated drink.
“What people have in mind is that tequila is all about shots. But actually, it is not only about shots. It is about mixability – using the right product for the right occasion. I want people to erase everything they know about tequila and start all over,” says Stelios.
The event thoroughly discussed the process of tequila making – from the blue agave fields of Jalisco to the distillation process at La Rojeña distillery, it can take almost a decade to produce a single bottle of Jose Cuervo.
“To produce tequila, you need the blue gave which is very similar to grapes,” explains Stelios, “the blue agave plant takes seven years to reach maturity, in approximately nine years to produce a bottle of tequila. If it’s not from the five states of Mexico, it cannot be considered tequila. They use neutral alcohol, sugars, artificial aromas and additives to recreate the taste of tequila.”
Once guests understood the history and hard work behind each shot of tequila, they were given a chance to savor generous samples from Jose Cuervo’s reserves. Stelios guided each guest through the process of tequila tasting. Most people often take a single shot in celebration, Stelios’ insight enabled guests to slow down and savor the bold, rich flavors of tequila.
Through this masterclass, bartenders and adults in the Metro now have a newer, more refined appreciation for tequila.
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