Tequila journey · South Africa
Karoo
Karoo agave, red earth, eight stops.
Guided route
Karoo Intense
Agave americana has grown as drought fodder in the Karoo since the 19th century. From this farm plant, a distinct South African agave spirit called "Agave Spirit" emerged starting in the 2000s.
1Region & HistoryFarms and Law
2Agave & SoilA Giant on Limestone Crust
3Altitude & ClimateHeat, Cold, Drought
4Cooking & MillingFire Instead of Standard
5Fermentation & DistillationDouble Distilled, Pure
6AgingBlanco, Reposado, Barrel
7TastingSmoke, Earth, Fruit
8Food & DrinkLamb, Potjie, Biltong0 of 8