How to distinguish a fake tequila "Olmec"? About signs of counterfeit

It is noticed that consumption of elite drinks increases every year. And every year, unfortunately, the production and consumption of counterfeit goods grows. Usually a fake is a perfectly tolerable drink, but the cost is not a surrogate, but a real brandy drink.

Real is the danger of acquiring a fake, even in a pretty decent store or supermarket. It is possible to protect yourself from this, only by learning to distinguish between branded alcohol and its counterfeits.

In Russia, tequila became famous due to the popularization of American films and serials. Mescal (distilled alcoholic beverage, a kind of tequila) is presented on the shelves of specialized stores in a wide range. Especially popular is the famous Olmec. How to distinguish a fake tequila Olmec?

About varieties of Olmeca

Today, the brand produces three product lines: Olmeka, Olmeka Altos and Olmeka Tezon. The most popular, because of its comparative cheapness, is the usual "Olmec", which is poured into a solid square container.

Olmeka Altos is a drink of many years of aging. It combines classic taste, notes of vanilla and citrus.

Olmeka Tezon - a special drink, usually produce its limited amount. Each bottle has its own number, and also contains the signature of the party responsible for the release.

In order to learn how to distinguish a fake tequila Olmec and choose an original drink, you need to familiarize yourself with the types and characteristics of the product.

Olmeca is an excerpt

Depending on the exposure time, the following tequila varieties are distinguished:

• "Unrestrained" ("silver"): Blanco (Plata) - a transparent drink that is stored no more than two months in an oak barrel.
• "Young" ("golden"): Joven (Gold). This drink is different in that it adds caramel, which is the cause of its dark color.
• "Restored" (Reposado), which is maintained for a period of two months to a year.
• "Aged" (Anejo), which is waiting for its time in the cellars for 3 years.
• In 2006, another version of "Aged" was made - Extra Anejo, which is stored in a barrel from three to six years.

In Mexico, about 110 manufacturers have a license to produce tequila, they produce more than a thousand of its varieties.

Drink falsely enough, like any popular product. That is why it is so important to know how to distinguish a fake tequila Olmec. Although its authenticity and quality in Mexico and controlled at the state level.

Decor

The external design of the drink, like its contents, corresponds to the highest world standards, while being the embodiment of the mystery, mysticism and prestige of this tequila. Those who are seriously concerned with the question of how to distinguish the fake of the tequila Olmec, should first of all carefully consider the bottle containing a precious drink. It must necessarily be squeezed out "ancient writings" of the Olmec tribe - a reminder of the continuity of traditions.

Real gourmets believe that this is not just a design design, but a secret code for an ingredient that gives tequila its unique taste.

How to distinguish counterfeit?

In addition to drinking a fake product is dangerous to health, any person is unpleasant to be deceived.

To distinguish counterfeit products will help familiarity with the design of the original and data labels:

• Never is cheaper $ 30 - $ 40 tequila Olmec. How to distinguish a fake? Look at the price list. In the event that a lower price is displayed on the bottle, you can be sure that it is falsified.
• The bottle is distinguished by an exclusive design: it is necessary to have a square section, corrugations to the very neck.
• On the bottle faces must be jewelry in the form of hieroglyphs - a reminder of the culture of the ancient Olmec people.
• It is necessary to have a high-quality cork, it has smooth (not ribbed!) Edges.
• The level of filling is always the middle of the neck.
• The label must contain: NOM (quality standard), individual manufacturer number.
• In addition, the label should indicate the strength: 35 - 55 degrees.
• Be sure to be called the state where the drink is produced. The absence of a note on the staff is a sure sign of falsification.
• And of course, the barcode, its correctness is determined by the product of simple arithmetic operations: sum the even numbers (from left to right), multiply by 3, add the sum of odd digits. Then you need to take dozens, then the received amount is subtracted from ten. The extreme digit of the code (control) must match the result. How to distinguish the original tequila Olmec from forgery? If the result of the calculations is different, a counterfeit is found.

Most popular: tequila "Olmeca Blanco" and tequila "Olmeca Gold". How to distinguish a fake?

Of course, the main thing is taste, extremely soft, unique. His connoisseurs will not be confused with anything. The most popular among consumers are tequila Olmeca Gold and tequila Olmeca Blanco. How to distinguish the fake of these two favorite drinks?

The taste and aroma are the correct indicators of the authenticity of mescal.

Olmeka Blanco is distinguished by the unique aroma of green grass, to which are added the subtle notes of lemon and pepper. The taste of the drink is sweet honey, containing in itself shades of noble smoke.

The fragrance of Olmeka Gold is an unusual combination of lemon and sweet fruits, a slightly paler wood color is added to them. The taste is very soft, sweet, with peppery notes.

It is necessary to uncork the bottle and listen to your feelings. If they coincide with the above description, the drinker can be congratulated: he discovers the authentic taste of Mexico!

How to drink?

Everything is simple. Tequila is not cooled, its temperature should coincide with room temperature. Drink is based on the formula: "lizni" (salt) + "drink" (tequila) + "kusai" (lime). Experts offer an option: tequila + chili pepper.

What can I add here? Is that "the Ministry of Health warns ...".