Love and heartbreak are cured in pulcatas, you laugh, you cry, you enjoy and, when you know its history, you are enchanted by its mysticism.
Pulque is a Mexican drink that continues to delight palates for millennia. Along with tequila and mezcal, it is one of the most traditional drinks in Mexico, as well as being one of the oldest in the world.
Its origins position it as a nectar for the gods. In pre-Hispanic times, those who were going to be sacrificed in the temple of Huitzilopochtli were allowed to drink it until they became intoxicated. Likewise, hundreds of years ago it was the drink of the upper classes of ancient
Aztec society, who used it in celebrations and rituals.
How is it obtained? It is done manually and with exhausting dedication. The process begins when a cavity is drilled in the heart of the maguey and it is scraped so that the aguamiel flows. Afterwards, it is poured into vats for fermentation and transformation into
pulque; taking approximately 24 hours.
It is tradition and nutrition. Did you know that pulque has a wide variety of nutritional benefits? In addition, it has medicinal properties, such as: protection of intestinal flora, nutritional supplement, combats insomnia and anemia.
Now, join in the joy that comes from moderate consumption!
Join us on a tour of the different points that form part of a route full of tradition, where smells and flavours will be your allies, and mischief your best companion.
First stop: La Lagunilla Doña Beatriz
Let yourself be enveloped by the wind that blows through this small oasis of peace, full of nature. A place near the community of Jalpa, 35 min. from the historic center.
The star product is aguamiel and pulque, made by Doña Beatriz and her husband, who together have shared this tradition for more than 30 years!
Enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the dam and Los Picachos, and accompany your
drink along with the best quesadillas in San Miguel.
Next stop: Pulqueria La Otomí
To share experiences and pleasant moments with your friends; a totally Mexican pulquería, a concept with a different style. Located in the San Rafael neighborhood, near the San Juan de Dios market and the arches of Guadalupe Avenue. Among fun dynamics
and multiple seasonal events, enjoy the aguamiel, pulques and curados that this place full of art has for you.
The third stop: Agavia
In the heart of San Miguel, with a charming atmosphere among several levels and terraces, unwind your senses with a fresh pre-Hispanic drink and contemporary Mexican food.
Discover a different version, with subtle touches of flavour and aroma. Listen to the story of this ancestral drink that prevails firsthand, narrated and explained by the chef and owner of the place.
As a fourth stop: La Pulquería
A small space in one of the most beautiful alleys of our city. Between an imposing mural and minimalist decoration, you will find pre-Hispanic drinks that you cannot miss, in addition to pulque as the protagonist. The pulque cured drinks are
unique combinations. Drinks such as Pozol and Tejate will refresh any traveler who passes through the doors of La Pulquería.
Don't forget to ask about their avocado ice cream and their delicious corn bread!
Last stop and we're off: Tenerias #2
Before finishing this route, we share with you one of the most fun moments! Get all your senses and allies ready for #pulquitatime.
Tenerías, a street in the center of our city that houses an unforgettable experience that you cannot miss. Enjoy a mystical tasting of various liquors, and among them find Pulquita; a pulque distillate like no other. Allows you to immerse yourself in the
flavour and discover how it is intensified. Without a doubt, a place with great style and a variety of authentic flavours, which will close this route with a flourish.
