Mezcal Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Mexican government establish the Mezcal Denominacion de Origen
A
1994
2
Q
When was the first classification for Tequila and Mezcal
A
1949
3
Q
What is the minimum Agave used in Mezcal
A
100%
4
Q
What is the minimum Agave used for Tequila
A
51%
5
Q
What are the pits for roasting agave called
A
Hornos de Piedra
6
Q
What is the etymology of Mezcal
A
Nahuatl language for
Meti= Maguey
Ixcalli= Cooked
7
Q
What is the name of the stone wheel for agave pressing
A
Tahona
