“Hecho en México” Tequila refers to tequila that is made in Mexico, adhering to strict regulations and standards set by the Mexican government. To be labeled as “Hecho en México” (which means “Made in Mexico”), the tequila must meet specific criteria established by the Consejo Regulador del Tequila (CRT), ensuring its authenticity.
Key Details:
100% Agave: Authentic “Hecho en México” tequila is made from 100% blue Weber agave, which must be grown in specific regions of Mexico, primarily in the state of Jalisco and certain parts of Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas.
NOM (Norma Oficial Mexicana): Every bottle of Mexican tequila bears a four-digit NOM code, which identifies the distillery where the tequila was produced. This ensures traceability and authenticity, as only certified distilleries in Mexico are allowed to produce tequila.
Designation of Origin: Tequila has a protected designation of origin (PDO), meaning that tequila can only be produced in the specified regions of Mexico under strict guidelines, similar to how Champagne can only be produced in the Champagne region of France.
