What kind of drinks do Mexicans have?

Traditional Mexican Drinks

* Tequila - A distilled spirit made from the blue agave plant.

* Mezcal - A distilled spirit made from agave with a smoky flavor.

* Pulque - A fermented beverage made from the sap of the maguey plant.

* Cerveza (beer) - A popular alcoholic beverage made from barley, water, yeast, and hops.

* Licuados - Blended fruit drinks often made with milk, yogurt, or ice cream.

* Agua Fresca - Refreshing non-alcoholic beverages made from fresh fruits, such as horchata (rice), jamaica (hibiscus), and tamarindo (tamarind).

* Tejate - A pre-Hispanic cold beverage from Oaxaca made with corn masa, cocoa beans, and flor de cacao.

* Atolle - A traditional hot beverage made from corn masa, water, and spices such as cinnamon and vanilla.

* Pozol - A refreshing drink made from corn masa, cacao, and spices.

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