Taste of Mexico: Micheladas

Whether you choose Modelo, Pacífico, Victoria or something else — this is definitely the best way to drink Mexican beer. (Clamato)

Published August 18, 2024

It is undeniable that Mexico’s fascinating culinary tradition is closely linked to the chile pepper. Researchers have often pondered why this small (but feared) fruit has such a predominant presence in Mexican cuisine. The answers are simple. Chile grows in regions with hot climates, low humidity, and abundant sunlight, much like the weather in Mexico. Due to these conditions, and probably to the scarce variety of fruits and vegetables (otherwise, why would someone torture themselves getting spiced up), the earliest human settlements in Mexico domesticated chile peppers around 6,000 years ago. This marked the beginning of Mexican identity. Its importance remains so significant that Mexicans regularly consume chile, and some even dare to include it in their drinks.

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