Tequila is generally known to be a Mexican spirit, but UWA tequila is looking to change that idea as it touts itself as "The Scottish Tequila Company." The creation of this unique distillery was done to blend elements from both regions and create "a blend of both tequila and whiskey in a single drink." To accomplish this, UWA tequila is aged in Scotch whiskey casks, instead of traditional American bourbon casks. The tequila itself is 100% Lowlands blue agave, triple distilled and aged to the rules of tequila.
UWA tequila is currently available in three expressions, all of which feature different levels of aging. The Blanco is the purest and most natural form of the spirit and is generally the sweetest, as well as being accompanied by notes of mango, orange and lemon. The reposado is aged for seven months which allows the flavors to develop into notes of sweet honey, vanilla and a subtle oaky finish. The final expression, añejo, is aged for 14 months and features incredibly developed flavors that are akin to a single-malt Scotch or fine wine.
Scotch-Aged Tequilas
UWA Tequila Explores the Mexican Spirit With Scottish Expressions
Trend Themes
1. Scotch-aged Tequilas - Blending elements of tequila and whiskey by aging tequila in Scotch whiskey casks creates a unique flavor profile and disrupts the traditional tequila industry.
2. Tequila Aging Techniques - Exploring different aging techniques for tequila, such as using Scotch whiskey casks, presents opportunities for innovative tequila distilleries to create new and distinct flavors.
3. Cross-regional Spirit Fusion - Combining spirits from different regions, like Scottish whiskey and Mexican tequila, opens doors for disruptive innovation in the beverage industry, creating unique taste experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Tequila Distilleries - Tequila distilleries can embrace the trend of Scotch-aged tequilas by experimenting with aging techniques and blending whiskey and tequila to create innovative new spirits.
2. Whiskey Distilleries - Whiskey distilleries can explore collaborations with tequila producers to age their whiskey in tequila barrels, offering consumers a new and distinctive flavor profile.
3. Beverage Retail - Beverage retail businesses can capitalize on the trend of Scotch-aged tequilas by curating a selection of unique and innovative spirits that cater to consumers seeking novel taste experiences.