Atole is a traditional Mexican drink that is usually consumed to accompany the equally traditional tamales. Atole is a hot beverage that you can enjoy on very cold days; the word comes from the Nahuatl atolli, of pre-Hispanic origin, and is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and other Central American countries. Atole is a drink made from corn flour in sweetened water, which, when prepared, has a thick consistency. Today, we know this traditional Mexican drink in many flavor variations: vanilla, rice, pinole, masa, chocolate, guava, cinnamon, walnut, etc. It can be prepared in different ways, whether sweetened with piloncillo, sugar, or honey, made with milk instead of water; in short, atole has many varieties, and if chocolate is added, it is known as champurrado. In Michoacán, near the Holy Week festivities, the Atole Fair is celebrated, where you can find a wide variety of flavors, with spices and other very original ones, this great traditional Mexican drink. It is not very difficult to make atole, and it does not take much time, so don’t wait any longer and prepare a delicious atole to accompany the tamales this Candlemas, which you can also prepare yourself. If you want to know some tamale recipes, click here.   Cooking Recipes We have chosen some recipes with this traditional Mexican drink that you will love; we also chose some additional ones in case you want more variety. (it is important to click on the recipe title to see more preparation details)   Almond Atole. Atole is a drink of pre-Hispanic origin consumed in Mexico and other Latin American countries. This recipe is a blend of traditional atole with a modern twist by making it with almonds. The drink is served hot. Rice Atole. A Mexican drink served hot, made with nuts and flour. Wheat Atole. This is a flour-free atole, made from natural wheat that, thanks to its fiber, helps us burn fat. Guava Atole. This delicious guava atole drink is made with natural fruit. If you want it to be pink, you can use pink guavas. Café de Olla. A typical Mexican coffee sweetened with piloncillo. Hot Chocolate. A beverage to warm the whole family during the cold months. The hot chocolate recipe includes milk for consistency and dark chocolate for a delicious flavor. Guava and Tamarind Infusion. A rich hot drink for very cold seasons. Chai Tea. Chai tea is energizing, so it is recommended to consume it in the morning; it helps regulate metabolism and aids digestion. Winter Mist. Hot chocolate with Baileys. I must mention that I saw this recipe on a trip I took to El Oro, State of Mexico, at the restaurant "El Vagón." Excellent for a cold afternoon If you want to know more hot drink recipes we have, click here