Rich in yeast and vitamins, tequila is used as an astringent, aftershave and insect repellent. It is considered a digestive aid, diuretic and laxative in one. It is said to have magical properties that can cure or arrest the effects of syphilis, purify the blood and fight cholesterol. It is no surprise that today tequila can be found in pharmacies, markets and liquor stores, bars and restaurants, even hardware stores. Canada, France and Japan follow.
Exports are higher than national consumption.
At lease one of the top tequila brands also produce and export a good margarita mix. Moisten the rim of a margarita or champagne glass with water or lime juice on your fingertip. Then to coat the rim with salt, turn the glass upside down and dip it into coarse salt that you have spread on a saucer. Sipping one of these will keep you busy for some time, while you watch the beautiful people stroll by on the beach in swimsuits or contemplate another multicolored sunset over the bay.