Mint chocolate and tequila are also a classic pairing, with the bright, grassy heat of the tequila emphasizing the coolness of the mint. Chocolates that have notes of cayenne pepper, cinnamon, or both can also pair well with tequila.
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From the Heart of Agave
Tequila is distilled from the agave plant after distilleries bake and juice it. Tequila has a vegetal, earthy, & semisweet-spicy tones. To be labeled “Tequila,” the spirit must be distilled in Mexico; any distilled agave outside of Mexico cannot be labeled tequila.
Like other spirits, the varieties can vary depending on the aging process it undergoes. Silver tequila (also blanco, white, or platinum) is aged only for a few weeks in glass bottles or steel tanks. Gold tequila comes from distillers adding sugars and caramel before distilling to create the golden hue, also referred to as Joven or Oro. Reposado is another varietal, translating to “aged,” this variety is aged for two to twelve months. Añejo, translating to “Vintage,” is another varietal. This tequila is aged for a one-year minimum, and has a darker color and smooth flavor. The Añejo variety becomes, “Extra Añejo” once aged for more than three years.
This may come as a surprise, but instead of chasing Tequila with a citrus fruit, you may want to consider using chocolate. As Tequila carries strong notes of Agave, it pairs quite nicely with creamy chocolate. Fruit-flavored and mint-flavored chocolate also elevate the grassiness of the spirit. Blends with a cinnamon or chili infusion will reduce the potency of the heat, but enhance the spicy kick in the back of your throat.
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FAQ
Do chocolate and tequila go together?
What is a good combination with tequila?
How do you drink chocolate tequila?
Can you drink tequila with chocolate?
Both chocolate and tequila come in shades from light to dark, reflecting characteristics such as flavor, texture, and depth. The tequila expert suggests exploring pairing potentials by sipping light, blanco tequilas while nibbling on white chocolates and, conversely, dark or aged tequilas with dark chocolates.
What goes well with tequila?
As Tequila carries strong notes of Agave, it pairs quite nicely with creamy chocolate. Fruit-flavored and mint-flavored chocolate also elevate the grassiness of the spirit. Blends with a cinnamon or chili infusion will reduce the potency of the heat, but enhance the spicy kick in the back of your throat.
What Tequila goes with dark chocolate?
For a slight palate kick, a reposado tequila aged in oak can be a perfect match for dark chocolate with hints of spice. Or turn that kick into a friendly punch with cayenne and other spice-forward chocolates.
Is there a chocolate tequila?
As of right now, there is not a chocolate tequila on the market. However, there are many recipes online for how to make your own chocolate tequila at home. Cocoa is used more than milk chocolate in dark chocolate, whereas milk chocolate is made with more milk. It is more expensive, but it has a richer flavor and a longer shelf life.