Pinolillo, also known as pinol, is a cornmeal and cocoa beverage very popular in Nicaragua. So popular in fact, that Nicaraguans often refer to themselves as pinoleros.
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Pinolillo
Piña Coladas
(Puerto Rican pineapple-coconut cocktail)
This drink — whose name simply means “strained pineapple” — was invented in the 1950s or 1960s in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Aquavit
(Swedish herb-infused vodka)
Aquavit, or akvavit, is a Scandinavian spirit that is popular at large celebrations like weddings, Christmas and mid-summer festivals, where it is served ice cold in small shot glasses.
Agua Fresca
(Mexican fresh fruit beverage)
Aguas frescas are fresh fruit drinks that are very popular all over Mexico. Some of the more traditional varieties are watermelon, cantaloupe and strawberry.