Tequila Tasting at Redbones - July 20

After the sold out whiskey tasting in May, downTown and Redbones are bringing Tastings with Tony back! This time, it’s tequila - North America’s first distilled spirit and one of its most popular. Tony will return to lead the tasting at Redbones, right here in Davis Square.  The tasting and talk are $15.00 and begin at 5:30.  Space is limited, and its first come, first serve, so arrive early to get a spot and enjoy complementary appetizers while you wait.

Asked why tequila, Tony replies, “because tequila gets a bad rap!” He continues, adding “tequila has the reputation of being only a mixing spirit when, at the high end it is complex, nuanced and delicate.  A tasting like the one at Redbones will give people a new appreciation for this centuries old spirit.”

Tony describes tequilas as siblings.  The youngest, blanco, is the least mature and has the most intense flavor of the blue Agave - tequila’s dominant ingredient; it is typically used in mixed drinks like the ever popular Margarita.  Reposado is the middle child, aged in wood barrels for a minimum of 2 months and perfect for sipping.  The oldest and most mature, anejo, rests in barrels for at least a year becoming dark, smooth and complex.  All three types will be served on July 20 and tasters can discover their favorites.  In addition to commenting on taste and flavor, Tony will discuss Mexican regulations covering tequila production including ingredients and manufacturing regions.

Tastings with Tony - Tequila
Date & Time:  Monday, July 20, 5 - 7 pm.  Tasting starts at 5:30 pm.
Blanco: Herraduro, Milagro
Reposado: Cazadores, Chamucos, Lunazul, Milagro
Anejo: Cazadores, Milagro

At Redbones, spirits tastings complement the bar offerings. In the case of tequila, there are nine margaritas on the drinks list, including a special dubbed Celt’s Go Green, and six shot selections.  “Our Tastings with Tony allow patrons to broaden their beverage knowledge by focusing on one spirit,”   says GM, Nick Gregory,  “and, based on attendance at the bourbon tasting, this is a supremely popular idea!”

Information at www.redbones.com and 617.628.2200.

Tags: cazadores, chamucos, herraduro, lunazul, milagro, Redbones, tequila
Category: The Liquor Blog