Cool, creamy, and ready in 60 seconds.

Thirsty? Want a snack and a sip at the same time? Meet a drink that is cold like ice cream, fruity like a popsicle, and fast like a blink. Your blender is about to make magic.

Quick Answer

A Mexican yogurt drink is a creamy drink made by blending yogurt with fruit, a little milk or water, and sweetener. In Mexico, people enjoy it cold at home, juice bars, and street stands.

What People Call It

You might hear: “licuado de yogur,” “yogur bebible” (drinkable yogurt), or “jocoque líquido” (a tangy, drinkable yogurt). All mean a tasty, sippable yogurt drink.

Why Everyone Loves It

• Creamy and smooth
• Light and easy to sip
• Fruity and fresh
• Fast to make

Classic Mexican Flavors

• Mango
• Strawberry
• Guava
• Papaya
• Banana with cinnamon
• Pineapple with lime

1-Minute Home Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (cold)
• 1 cup chopped fruit (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 cup milk or cold water (add more if you like it thinner)
• 1–2 teaspoons honey or sugar (to taste)
• Pinch of cinnamon or a drop of vanilla (optional)
• Ice cubes (optional, for extra chill)

Steps

1. Add yogurt, fruit, milk or water, and sweetener to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth. Add ice if you want it extra cold.
3. Taste. Need more sweet? More milk? Adjust and blend again. Sip and smile.

Make It Yours

• More protein: add 1–2 tablespoons dry milk powder or a spoon of peanut butter.
• More fiber: add 1 tablespoon oats or chia seeds.
• Dairy-free: use coconut yogurt and almond, oat, or soy milk.
• Extra tang: squeeze a little lime.

Not the Same As…

• Smoothie: smoothies can be very thick. A Mexican yogurt drink is usually lighter and easy to sip.
• Horchata: rice-based, cinnamon-sweet, no yogurt.
• Atole: warm corn-based drink; cozy, but not yogurt.

When To Drink It

• Breakfast on the go
• After-school snack
• Post-workout cool-down
• Hot-day treat

Kid-Friendly Tip

Use frozen fruit for a milkshake feel. Let kids pick the fruit and press the blender button—chef power!

Little History Bite

In Mexico, tangy yogurt drinks also connect to “jocoque,” a fermented milk brought and loved by families with Middle Eastern roots. Today, you’ll find creamy, fruity versions in markets and juice bars across the country.

FAQ, Fast

Is it healthy? It can be. Yogurt adds protein and calcium. Fruit adds vitamins and fiber. Keep sugar light.

Does it have “good bacteria”? Many yogurts do. Look for “live and active cultures” on the label.

Can I make it lactose-free? Yes—use lactose-free or plant-based yogurt and milk.

How long does it keep? Best fresh. In the fridge, drink within one day and stir before sipping.

Try This Easy Mango Version

Blend 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 cup ripe mango, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tablespoon honey, and a pinch of cinnamon. Pour over ice. Ahhh… that’s sunshine in a glass!

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