What is the common name for tequila made with up to 49% non-agave sugars?

Tequila made with up to 49% sugars from sources other than blue Weber agave is commonly called tequila mixto. Under Mexico’s rules, this type is also described as tequila, while tequila made exclusively from agave sugars is labeled 100% agave.

Mixto production allows part of the fermentable sugar to come from other approved sources before fermentation and distillation. The finished spirit must still comply with tequila’s legal requirements, including the protected production area and required agave content.

The word mixto means “mixed” in Spanish and refers to the sugar source, not necessarily to a blend of different tequilas. It is also not the same as a cocktail or a flavored tequila.

Blanco, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo describe aging or presentation categories. They do not by themselves reveal whether a tequila is mixto or 100% agave, so the label’s wording matters.