Tag: Tequila mixto

The blue agave plant, from which tequila is distilled, is naturally gluten-free. This means pure tequila is inherently a grain-free spirit, unlike many other alcohols made from grains like corn, wheat, or barley. The question of what tequila is grain free boils down to whether the spirit contains any other sugars or additives beyond the agave.

According to Mexican regulations, not all tequila is created equal: some varieties, known as "mixtos," can legally contain non-agave sugars, which often include high-fructose corn syrup. This means the presence of high-fructose corn syrup in tequila depends entirely on the type of spirit you choose.