The Serious Eats Guide to Tequila
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Our trek through the world of spirits takes us today to Western Mexico, more specifically to the state of Jalisco and the mid-sized town of Tequila. Perhaps for some of you, the very sound of the word tequila makes your stomach churn and your cheeks flush with shame, but there's far more to this beverage than shot after shot at a college bar.
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The Serious Eats Guide to Tequila
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The Serious Eats Guide to Tequila
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The Serious Eats Guide to Tequila