Mexican Sticks (100g) - Edible Mexican terracotta (Barro) clay treats for Pica

Long, crisp, and satisfyingly earthy — Mexican Sticks are slender, brick-like rods made from authentic Mexican barro terracotta clay. Each piece offers a hearty, medium-hard crunch that breaks into fine, edible granules before softening into a gentle powdery melt. Expect a bold flavour experience with metallic undertones, scorched-earth depth, and that familiar cement-like edge that defines true Mexican clay. Natural, sunbaked, and beautifully rustic, these sticks deliver the pure taste of terracotta in every satisfying bite.

• Size: 4–8 cm brick-shaped sticks

• Weight: Approx. 100 g

• Shape: Elongated brick or stick-like pieces with uneven rustic edges

• Colour: Warm orange terracotta with natural firing marks

• Texture: Medium-hard crunch that crumbles into fine granules and powder

• Crunch Factor: 4/10 – firm, earthy, and balanced

• Taste Profile: Metallic barro notes, scorched earth, dry dirt, mild cement finish

• Ingredients: 100% natural Mexican terracotta clay

• Country of Origin: Mexico 🇲🇽

• Vendor: Shine Clay

Traditional Clay Origins:
Formed from the same barro rojo terracotta clay used in traditional Mexican pottery, Mexican Sticks carry centuries of craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Across the Andean and Mesoamerican worlds, edible clay — known as chaco in Quechua and pasa in Aymara — was consumed for its mineral benefits and grounding qualities. These clays, naturally rich in smectites, were used to line cooking vessels and even blended into earthy sauces and pastes. Each Mexican Stick honours that deep-rooted tradition — a crunchy, mineral-rich echo of the earth’s own story, shaped by sun, soil, and history.

Uses:

• Sensory play and mindful texture enjoyment

• Collecting and aesthetic display

• Controlled clay tasting for pica and geophagy cravings

• Relaxation or grounding through texture and scent

• Soaking and softening for deeper red-earth flavour exploration