Is tequila a brandy or whiskey?

Tequila is neither brandy nor whiskey. It's a spirit made from the blue agave plant, which is a succulent and not a grain like those used for whiskey or fruit like those used for brandy.

Here's a breakdown:

* Whiskey: Made from fermented and distilled grain mash (like barley, corn, rye, or wheat)

* Brandy: Made from fermented and distilled fruit juice (like grapes, apples, cherries, or peaches)

* Tequila: Made from fermented and distilled juice of the blue agave plant

So, tequila is a spirit in its own category!