Tequila, made legally in Mexico, could be shipped illegally across the border to quench the desires of thirsty Americans. Many associate the drink with poverty stricken Mexican farmers, drunken cowboys, and dirty little distilleries. It is known widely by college students for its reputed tendency to cause tremendous hangovers. However, this is not what tequila is. In many bars it is listed as a fine sipping brandy.
Gourmet chefs use the liquor in fine cooking.
Tequila is not a hallucinogenic and does not add the weight like beer does. Tequila is different from all other liquors. It can exhibit the same complex qualities of cognac. It generates the same loyalties as a fine wine. It can stimulate good conversation and fellowship like a good whiskey.