Pulque

Gaudencio “Shaggy” Díaz, dressed in practical farming clothes, sits atop a maguey agave while holding a large pestle-like acocote, used for scraping sap from the plant.

A Comeback for One of Mexico’s Oldest Drinks

Pulque was once the country's most popular drink before falling out of favor. Now, entrepreneurs are reviving this unique Mexican beverage.

by Patricia Zavala Gutiérrez