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Plants of the Gods: S5E7. Part 1 — Mescal, Tequila and Magic Toads: A Conversation with ethnobotanist Gary Nabhan

Plants of the Gods: Hallucinogens, Healing, Culture and Conservation podcast

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Micro Distillation and Medicinal Properties of Agave

This chapter explores the debate around pre-Columbian distillation in Mexico, discussing the tradition of micro distillation using capaccia pottery pots. It delves into the spiritual and medicinal aspects of agave distillates and highlights the advantages of drinks that aren't pure alcohol. The chapter also touches on the use of alcohol as a solvent for herbal remedies and the categorization of hallucinogenic versus alcoholic substances in indigenous cultures.

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