Tequila and mezcal spirits derived from the heart of the agave are the fastest trending. Difficult to make, worth the work american distillers are embracing agave in all its forms. Spirit of a nation documentary screening and plant swap. While the status of many such drinks may be informal, there is usually a consensus in a given country that a specific drink has national status or is the most popular liquor in a given nation. Download the wealth report 2019 knight frank nl real estate. Head distiller, chris cross, believes the key to this spirit s popularity is replacing brandy as the base spirit with new world distillerys own, sitedistilled agave spirits and sweetening with 100% organic agave nectar versus sugar. This expressive documentary explores the phenomenon of tequila and mezcal, the fastest trending alcohol spirits in the world. The spirit of a nation stefano francavilla, fortaleza ambassador ashtin berry megs millerfam bar. American agave the source of the sap used in tequila production. Although our beliefs and cultures around the world vary our understanding of history is universal. Having worked together previously on documentaries about craft beer and wine, nicholas kovacic and matthew riggieri head south of the border for agave.
As of may 2019, the world checklist of selected plant families and plants of the world online recognize about 270 species of agave plus a number of natural hybrids. Britain has acted as a counterweight to the influence of france and germany, but now a coalition of eight northern european nations sometimes referred to as the new hanseatic league has. On feb 8, 2005, htop from san antonio, tx zone 8b wrote. My daughter is going to germany in 2020 to study at bauhaus in weimar, and we are planning a family vacation in germany, so i was looking for one book to capture the thoughts, ideas, and history of germany, when i stumbled upon neil macgregors book germany. Bacardi limited invests in corporate responsibility. Discover how this delicate plant has carried the weight of a nation and the. Hensley is one of the largest family owned and operated beverage distributors in the nation. As the president of dutch bros coffee, ricci guides a brand that is the nation s. But for technical purposes, i have outlined what is produced in each mexican state. David suro, restaurateur and tequila producer, is among the founders of the tequila interchange project. This journey takes us to the worlds most biodiverse landscape of the agave plant, mexico. Here families have been passing down the tradition of distilling agave for generations, even at times clandestinely.
I love to generate ideas from a concept, and usually. Will mexican raicilla catch on with mainstream drinkers. With damian alcazar, carlos camarena, graciela angeles carreno, aquilino garcia lopez. Discover how this delicate plant has carried the weight of a nation and the people trying to protect it. Presented by hotel congress, rio nuevo, visit tucson and sysco. As a graphic communicator i get most of my work from personal sketches. If you found out that the answer or solution is not. Celebrate national tequila day with this trio of cocktails. The tinge of red fruit from the wine influence is just barely noticeable, but it highlights the agave. World premiering at sxsw, the documentary highlights family producers in. The different types of agave spirits and where they are produced. The salt some of tequilas oldest traditions are fast being erased as international spirit conglomerates take.
Spirit of a nation is the third feature documentary that uses a culinary product to discover and connect directly with the culture producing it. His previous books include a history of the world in 100 objects, shakespeares restless world and germany. Produced from 100% wild harvested sotol part of the ruscaceae plant family, this highly unique spirit deserves mention despite ongoing debate about whether is should be regarded as an agave spirit or not sotol aka desert spoon is the state drink of mexican provinces chihuahua, durango and coahuila where the plant is endemic. Release dates 2 also known as aka 2 release dates usa 9 march 2018 south by southwest film festival poland 12 october 2018. Geronimos revenge food truck will be at this screening from 5. Currently, the city is home to a mix of modern cafes and decadesold bars that serve up the spirit to locals and tourists alike. Brandy and sugar are the traditional ingredients used in the creation of liqueurs, but like everything new. Trivia quiz level 87 for iphone, ipad, android, facebook and other devices by apprope. Bacanora is one such spirit with its own appellation. In cocktails, valencia recommends mixing it with ingredients that mimic the spirit s flavor profile. I usually work on a broad range of projects, from digitaltraditional painting to vector icons and lettering.
Spirit of a nation is the third feature documentary that uses a culinary product t. In mexico, families have passed down the tradition of distilling agave for generations. While each agave spirit has its own name and most have a denomination of origin, mezcal is still the general term used by many producers and consumers throughout mexico for any agave spirit. Tequila and mezcal spirits derived from the heart of the agave are the fastest trending spirits in the marketplace. Neil macgregor was director of the national gallery, london from 1987 to 2002 and of the british museum from 2002 to 2015. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. It is the smallest growing of the subspecies of agave sobria and is. Suro and his partners argue that the future of agave spirits and of agave itself depends on a respect for the plants ecology, including its intimate link with two species of agave bats. An expressive documentary capturing the spirit of a nation and the people trying to protect it. Mexico is home to the highest biodiversity of agave varietals in the world. Agave species, century plant, maguey agave sobria subsp. Tequila is a spirit specific to the mexican state of jalisco distilled from the hearts of the blue agave plant most often enjoyed in the saltysweet combo of a margarita. While youre there, you can also try some authentic, local. This expressive documentary explores the phenomenon of the fastest trending alcohol spirit in the world, tequila and mezcal.
Tequila, a national liquor of mexico, is a spirit made from the blue agave plant. Pure tequila must be produced from the blue agave plant that has matured for a minimum of six years and be 100% agave. Tequila interchange project says future of agave spirits. Brewers supply group is excited to announce a new distribution center in oceanside, ca. An increased global consumption of agave spirits has been seen as a result of high quality tequilas and mezcals becoming available, thus paving the way and creating a consumer desire for a new category of agave spirits, which proof drinks says estancia raicilla is set to capitalize on. Here are some amazing places to visit if you like tequila. Closing night film this expressive documentary explores the phenomenon of tequila and mezcal, the fastest trending alcohol spirits in the world. The spirit of a nation tequila documentary official us. The spirit of a nation viewing and mezcal tasting with your friends. We maintain an open mind towards other nations and cultures, but wish to be and remain german at heart. The oceanside facility joins bsgs existing california facilities in san leandro and napa, and will allow bsg to provide better service, expanded availability of ingredients, and lower freight costs to. Memories of a nation, all available in penguin and now between them translated into more than a dozen languages. Produced by digital cave in association with habitant films this feature length documentary tells the story of agave and the mexican legacy in producing the spirits. This includes species formerly placed in manfreda and polianthes.
The spirit of a nation shows the plant to be much more than raw material. All about agavebased spirits and liquors from mexico. We will be screening indoors at the scottish rite if its raining. Roger clynes mexican moonshine hensley beverage company. We commit ourselves with all our energy to restoring these principles, and fundamentally reform our country in the spirit of freedom and democracy.
Im a mexican graphic designerillustrator currently based in guatemala. Craft spirits february 2020 by americancraftspirits issuu. Mexico, our neighbor to the south, knows how to make a very good spirit out of a prolific native plant, the agave, and thank goodness it does. February 18, 2014 in anticipation of a new hamflavored mezcal, our cocktail maven traces the roots of pechuga, the oddest bird in the agave based spirit family. Produced by digital cave in association with habitant films this feature length documentary tells the story of agave and the mexican legacy in. Game levels the game trivia quiz answers contains 305 levels, you are in the level 87. A national liquor is a distilled alcoholic beverage considered standard and respected in a given country.
We worked hard to enhance your user experience and bring you a modernized version of the premier network for film professionals. Spirit for life, caring together is a commitment from bacardi to enable its global workforce to get involved in local activities and give back to their communities in a variety of ways. Technically, any agave spirit distilled in mexico is a mezcal, but a number of regions that produce those spirits have sought their own denominations of origin over the years. The 10 best tequila brands you need to try, according to 6. This alcoholic beverage is exclusively produced in the mexican state of jalisco and in.