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FAQ
The drink is most commonly prepared with mango sorbet or mango-flavored shaved ice, and thus is sometimes also called a mangonada or chamango. The drink is essentially a combination of chamoy sauce, shaved ice (or ice cream or sorbet, depending on the preparation), chili powder, and fruit chunks.
Mangonada, mangoneada, chamango, and chamoyada are all different names to describe the same thing.
Mexican chamoy is a popular sauce made from dehydrated fruit such apricot, mango or plums (or a combination of these), chili powder, salt, sugar, and a little citrus juice.
Mangonada is a Mexican dessert made of mango sorbet and chamoy topped with chili powder. Our mangonadas are made with real mango chunks and chamoy, delivering a sweet, salty, spicy, and tartness all in one bite. You can choose how you want to experience the authentic mango chamoy flavor with our paleta or cup version.
A chamango is made of two basic ingredients—mangos and Chamoy sauce (hence the name). It can resemble a cup of mango slices and sauce or look more like an icy smoothie or a creamy sorbet. Chamangos can also be called mangonadas or chamoyadas, depending on region or the maker.