True to earth, true to flavor - we have always been proud to honor the tequila making tradition by producing flavorful, additive-free tequilas. However, thanks to our friends at tastetequila.com, this point of pride is now official: distillery NOM 1599 has earned the rare and coveted Verified Additive Free distinction.
Why is this authentication important? Unlike food producers, there is no legal requirement to declare additive used on the label by Mexico’s Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT). As a result, a surprisingly large number of “100% Agave” tequila producers rely on additives to artificially provide and intensify aromas, flavors, and sweetness to build their entire flavor profiles. This practice has subsequently created confusion in the marketplace as some drinkers are getting false impressions of the true taste of tequila.
We are humbled to receive this distinction of great honor - thank you tastetequila.com for your leadership in providing transparency into and accountability for a growing industry problem.
