CRT Warns Consumers About Purchasing Alcoholic Beverages Through Social Media
The Tequila Regulatory Council urges consumers to purchase alcoholic beverages only from authorized retailers and to avoid buying through Facebook, WhatsApp, or e-commerce platforms where sellers cannot be fully identified. Zapopan, Jalisco, June 29, 2026. – The Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) urges consumers to exercise extreme caution when purchasing alcoholic beverages and to buy only […]
The Tequila Regulatory Council Participates in FOODEX 2026
The CRT has a stand within the Mexico Pavilion. Asia’s largest international food and beverage exhibition takes place from March 10 to 13 in Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo, Japan, March 10, 2026. — FOODEX 2026, the largest international food and beverage exhibition in Asia, was officially inaugurated and is being held from March 10 to 13 […]
The Promotion of the Culture of Tequila Strengthens in Japan with the Awarding of “Distintivo T” Certifications
During a working tour in Japan, the Tequila Regulatory Council and the Government of Jalisco awarded 11 “Distintivo T” certifications to establishments for their professionalization and promotion of the Culture of Tequila. The CRT and SADER Jalisco signed an agreement to promote strategic planning for the Agave–Tequila Productive Chain. Tokyo, Japan, March 9, 2026. — […]
The Promotion of the Culture of Tequila Strengthens in Spain with 29 New Distintivo T Certifications
Internationally, the Tequila Regulatory Council has granted 156 Distintivo T certifications. Zapopan, Jalisco, January 29, 2026. — In recognition of their commitment to promoting the Culture of Tequila, 29 establishments in Spain received the Distintivo T, awarded by the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT). This distinction recognizes hotels, restaurants, bars, and distribution and consumption centers that […]
Governor of Jalisco and CRT President Award Distintivo T to Restaurant in Spain
The Government of the State of Jalisco and the Tequila Regulatory Council recognized the restaurant “Bakan” in Madrid for promoting the Culture of Tequila. Madrid, Spain, January 19, 2026. — During a working tour in Spain, the Governor of the State of Jalisco, Pablo Lemus Navarro, and the President of the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT), […]
CRT to Promote Innovation and Technology Transfer with the Support of WIPO and IMPI
The Tequila Regulatory Council signed a letter of intent with the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property to formalize its interest in joining the Technology and Innovation Support Centers (CATI) network. Geneva, Switzerland, January 12, 2026. — As part of a working tour aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, representatives of the Tequila agro-industry, led by Aurelio […]
The United Arab Emirates Joins the Protection and Recognition of Tequila
This recognition strengthens the Tequila Denomination of Origin and expands its international protection to 58 countries. Zapopan, Jalisco, December 23, 2025.– Before the end of the year, the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT), A.C., announces that the United Arab Emirates has joined the protection and recognition of Tequila, Mexico’s first Denomination of Origin. “It is very […]
More than 1 300 Agave Growers Now Hold the Socially Responsible Agave Certification
One year after its launch, ARS has enabled the harvesting and delivery of more than 158,000 tons of agave to tequila factories. Zapopan, Jalisco, October 30, 2025. — One year after its launch, the Socially Responsible Agave (ARS) certification mark continues to strengthen the direct link between agave and tequila producers, recognizing the work of […]
CRT and the Government of Guanajuato Renew Agreement to Continue Promoting Deforestation-Free Agave
The State of Guanajuato is the second-largest producer of Agave tequilana Weber blue variety; seven of its municipalities form part of the territory of the Tequila Appellation of Origin (DOT). The first agreement was signed in 2021, and its renewal in 2025 reaffirms the shared commitment to environmental preservation and the sustainable production of Tequila. […]
“Michoacán Award for National Origin Product 2025” Presented to the Tequila Regulatory Council
As part of the oriGIn 2025 Biennial, Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla presented the award to CRT President Aurelio López Rocha. The CRT presented the Governor of Michoacán with its “Águila en Vuelo” (Eagle in Flight) distinction and a commemorative bottle of Tequila Lab. Morelia, Michoacán, October 10, 2025.— As part of the activities of the […]