Tequila, scorpion honey, harsh dew of the doglands, essence of Aztec, crema de cacti; tequila, oily and thermal like the sun in solution; tequila, liquid geometry of passion; Tequila, the buzzard god who copulates in midair with the ascending souls of dying virgins; tequila, firebug in the house of good taste; O tequila, savage water of sorcery, what confusion and mischief your sly, rebellious drops do generate!'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Tequila is depicted as a primal, chaotic force that disrupts order and evokes ancient, dangerous passions.
- In plain terms
- Tequila is a wild drink that stirs up trouble and connects to old, raw feelings.
- What can you take from it?
- Alcohol can unleash hidden chaos and primal instincts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does the author use nature imagery to describe a drink?
- What does chaos represent in this context?
Another view
The quote relies on hyperbole that may obscure literal meaning.
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