D R I N K S

Rompope is an eggnog-like drink made with  eggs, milk, and vanilla flavouring. The egg  yolks impart a yellow hue to the emulsified  beverage. It is a traditional drink known as such  in Honduras, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua,  El Salvador, Guatemala, Belize and particularly  in Mexico, where it is believed to have been  originally made in the convents of the city of  Puebla, Mexico 

 "Read full article in November/December 2023 issue"   

Spain, as the birthplace of sangria, Spain is where you’ll  find the most authentic and traditional versions  of the drink. Spaniards often serve sangria during  social gatherings, festivals, and celebrations. It  is commonly enjoyed alongside tapas or as a  refreshing beverage on hot summer days 

 "Read full article in July/August 2023 issue"  

 A Bloody Mary is a popular cocktail that has  been around for several decades. It is made  by combining tomato juice, vodka, and various  spices, seasonings, and garnishes, resulting in  a refreshing and spicy drink that is enjoyed by  many. This article aims to provide a brief history  of the Bloody Mary and a guide to preparing  the perfect drink 

 "Read full article in March/April 2023 issue"   

 The origin of Irish coffee is said to have originated  in Ireland at the Foynes Airbase in the 1940s.  

 Foynes Airbase was a transatlantic hub for  airplanes, and passengers would often experience  long delays due to bad weather conditions.  Joe Sheridan, a chef at the airport’s restaurant,  wanted to offer these passengers something  to warm them up and keep them awake during  these long waits, so he created a drink made  with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, brown sugar, and  whipped cream. 

 "Read full article in May/June 2023 issue"   

Pulque [ p u l k e ] (occasionally referred to as agave wine is an alcoholic beverage made from the fermented sap of the maguey (agave) plant.  It is traditional to central Mexico, where it has been produced for millennia. It has the color of milk, somewhat viscous

  "Read full article in September/October 2018 issue"  

 Tepache is a fermented beverage originally from Mexico.  The original name of the tepache comes from the Nahuatl “tepiatli”, which means drink made of corn. 

  "Read full article in May/June 2019 issue"  

Tejuino (pronounced as te-HUI-no) is a cold beverage made from fermented corn

and popularly consumed in the Mexican state of Jalisco. Tejuino is usually made

from corn dough, the same kind used for tortillas and tamales.

  "Read full article in July/August 2018 issue"  

A michelada is a Mexican alcoholic beverage that is prepared by mixing beer,

lemon juice and salt.

  "Read full article in July/August 2019 issue"