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THE MOTHER OF INVENTION

Francisco “Pancho” Castillon at Farmacia Rita Pérez, Guadalajara

Calle Colonias Entre, Avenue Ignacio L. Vallarta y, Pedro Moreno, 44600 Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Instagram: @farmacia.ritaperez

Relaxed Farmacia Rita Pérez is home to welcoming service and a killer aguachile menu. Francisco “Pancho” Castillon’s engaging personality sets the tone, while a rousing jukebox and vintage organ turn out tunes in a country where indoor dining (with masks and temperature checks) is still an option. Here, agave spirits reign, but gin delights come in the form of drinks like Quinina Fina: Jaliscan-made Clover Club Gin, lavender bitters, basil and tonic water.

WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING IN THE PANDEMIC?

We opened in August 2020 and the pandemic has been present for us from the first. We bet on empowering the work staff with knowledge, training and having fun tasting to better understand the beautiful spirits we offer.

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