Overview
Chilate is a cold, sweet beverage from the state of Guerrero, made by blending cacao, rice, cinnamon, and sugar or piloncillo with water and ice. It is served as a refreshing drink.
Origin and regional spread
Chilate is described as a traditional beverage of Guerrero [1].
Core ingredients
- Cacao (often toasted and ground)
- Rice (soaked, then blended)
- Cinnamon (stick or ground)
- Sugar or piloncillo (unrefined cane sugar)
- Water
- Ice
How it’s made
According to the cited source, the drink is made by blending cacao, rice, cinnamon, and sweetener with water and ice [1].
Common variations
No variations are mentioned in the cited source.
What to drink with it
The cited source does not discuss pairings.
When it’s eaten
The cited source does not specify a particular time or context for consumption.
Where in LA
No documentation of restaurants or vendors serving Chilate from Guerrero has been found in available sources.
Cross-cuisine context
The cited source does not provide comparisons to other cuisines or beverages.