The Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT), which represents 111 registered tequila makers, reports that the industry BROKE ALL RECORDS last year.

Total production in 2005 reached 209.7 million liters, 19.5% higher than 2004. About one-third of the total was the highest quality 100% blue agave tequila and the remaining two-thirds was classified as mixed tequila (tequila containing non-agave sugars).

Production of high quality tequila shot up 63% as manufacturers sought to meet the rising demand in the U.S. (where tequila accounts for 5% of all the spirits consumed), Europe and Japan. Tequila exports rose 7.33% in 2005, to 117 million liters.



Source:
Mexican Economic Report - February Edition
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