A young Cuban living in Mexico shared on social media his experience searching for maltas, a drink he longed for from his homeland, which, surprisingly, is easily found in Mexico, while in Cuba it has not been available in stores for the public for years.
Michel Crónicas, who posted the video on TikTok (@michelcronicas), explained that he was at the Medellín Market in Mexico City, where he found Bucanero malt, a 100% Cuban beverage that he claims he hasn't seen in Cuba for years.
The beverage, produced in Holguín, is priced at 85 Mexican pesos in that market, something Michel noted with surprise, as he stated that in Cuba it can only be found in certain hotels and in small and medium enterprises (mipymes).
The partner of the Cuban TikToker, who is also a fan of malta, recalled the difficulties they faced during their vacation in Cuba when trying to find this national drink, which is often replaced by imported malts.
The video concludes with Michel enjoying the drink, reflecting on how Cuban products that are no longer available on the island can be easily found in Mexico.
"Here, at the Medellín market, there are Cuban products that no longer exist in Cuba," he said.
And while Bucanero malt is not available in Cuba, the regime is promoting a new product.
Recently, the state-run CARIBE Store Chain announced the launch of the new "Guajira" Malta, a product of Cervecería Cubana S.A., aimed at delighting taste buds with its "authentic and refreshing flavor."
La Malta Guajira is available in 500 ml bottles and can now be found at the Centro Comercial 3.ª y 70, located in Playa, Havana, priced at $0.70 MLC, the entity announced in a Facebook post.
However, social media is flooded with posts showcasing Cuban products that are sold in other countries, including the United States.
For example, canned products from the Conchita brand, as well as Hatuey and Bucanero malts, are sold in a supermarket in the city of Louisville, Kentucky.
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