The drink known as pulque dates back to pre-Hispanic times and was believed to be a “gift from gods.” The story of pulque, much like the history of ancient Mexico, is rooted in legend.

Pulque is the oldest ancestor of two of Mexico's most popular alcoholic drinks, tequila and mezcal. It's not nearly as popular as the other two, but that wasn't always the case. In the late 1800s ...

Pulque -makers carve out the heart of a mature maguey plant (ie, one around 12 years old) and collect the sap, known as aguamiel, or “ honey water”, for its ultra-sweet taste.