What & Where to Drink in Oaxaca

What to Drink in Oaxaca

Tejate

Tejate

This Oaxacan beverage of toasted maize and fermented cacao beans dates back to the pre-colonial days.

Mezcal

Mezcal

Oaxaca is the capital of mezcal. The best way to enjoy it is at a palenque (mezcal farm). In town, it’s often served with a side of orange wedges and worm salt.

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Champurrado

This hot chocolate-like beverage is prepared with cacao and corn flour and is popular during Dìa de los Muertos or daily alongside a Oaxacan tamale for breakfast.

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Tepache

Tepache is a local pre-hispanic drink made from fermented pineapple peels. It’s traditionally served with a dusting cinnamon and chili powder.

Chocolate de Agua o Leche

You can’t leave Oaxaca without trying a fresh cup of Oaxacan hot chocolate. It’s not uncommon to enjoy find versions with hints of almond, cardamom, or hazelnut too.

Where to Drink in Oaxaca