The Spanish (Mexico) roots of the word 'tequila'

'Tequila' is a word borrowed from Spanish (Mexico) 'tequila'. The word entered the English language some time around 1849.

tequila [noun] [1849]

A Mexican liquor distilled from the fermented sap of an agave (Agave tequilana)
Meaning: a Mexican liquor distilled from the fermented sap of an agave ( Agave tequilana ).

Etymology: Spanish; from Tequila; town in Jalisco state; Mexico.

Topics: Food:Beverages.

Origin: From Spanish to Nahuatl to English.

note: A Mexican spirit distilled from blue agave with protected designation around the town of Tequila Spanish name from the place likely of Nahuatl origin often contrasted with mezcal.

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