At one time growing blue agave was most notable for its production into tequila, but today blue agave nectar is giving the liquor a run for its money. Blue agave sweetener is being featured more often due to its low glycemic index, a boon for diabetics and others monitoring their sugar intake. Blue agave nectar and tequila aren’t the only uses for the versatile blue agave plant however. Blue Agave Plant Uses The blue agave plant is used to make another alcoholic drink called pulque. A sweet liquid is captured after the flower stem is cut just prior to flowering and is then fermented. For the production of tequila and mezcal, the sugars are extracted from the heart of the blue agave plant and then distilled. Mezcal is similar to tequila but only made in select regions and from specific varieties of agave. The blue agave plant’s leaves yield fiber […]
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