This is part 4.  For part 3, Click Here Today, most pulque is consumed in bars called "pulquerías". At the beginning of the 20th century, there were more than 1,000 of these in Mexico City alone.  By the early 20th century, pulquerías became socially accepted and some were places of great elegance. But whether for rich or poor, two features stood out among these establishments, odd or catch... more.

This is part 3.  To read part 2, Click Here. Pulque production is a long and delicate process.  The maguey plant needs twelve years of maturation before the sap, or aguamiel, can be extracted, but a good plant can produce for up to one year.  This aguamiel can be drunk straight, but it is alcoholic only after a fermentation process that can start in the plant itself.  This liquid is collect... more.

This is part 2.  To read part 1, click here. For the Indians of the central highlands of Mexico, the imbibing of pulque was done only by certain people, under certain conditions. It was a ritual drink, consumed during certain festivals, such as that of the goddess Mayahuel, and the god Mixcoatl. It was drunk by priests and sacrificial victims, to increase the priests' enthusiasm and to ease th... more.

Pulque is tequila’s ancient ancestor, with reports of its creation ranging from ancient Africa to as late as the 16th century.  The drink’s history extends far back into the Mesoamerican period, when it was considered sacred, and its use was limited to certain classes of people.  The name “pulque” is derived from Nahuatl. The original name of the drink was “iztac octli” (white wine),... more.

The latest discoveries prove the hottest boutique tequila on the market, Voodoo Tiki Tequila (www.voodootiki.com), may reveal more than meets the eye.  Tequila has a much longer richer history than anyone could have imagined. Despite the beauty of the package, at first glance Voodoo Tiki Tequila had many tequila fans wondering what, Voodoo, Tiki and Dragons had to do with tequila.  Packag... more.