Pulque
Pulque is a traditional Mexican alcoholic beverage made from the fermented sap (aguamiel) of the maguey (agave) plant. It has a milky, slightly viscous texture and a mildly sour, yeasty flavor. It is one of the oldest alcoholic drinks in the Americas, with deep roots in pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican cultures.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Pulque is a low-fat, moderate-carbohydrate beverage that provides a good source of B vitamins, particularly B12, and minerals like potassium and magnesium. A typical serving contains roughly 120-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 µg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Pulque was considered a sacred drink in Aztec and other Mesoamerican societies, used in religious ceremonies and by the elite, though it was also widely consumed by commoners. Its production is a unique, artisanal process that relies on natural fermentation, making it a living, probiotic-rich drink.
