Agave (IMAGE) American Chemical Society Caption The agave plant, the source of tequila, also may supply a healthful food additive. Credit Erika Mellado, National Polytechnic Institute, Guanajuato, Mexico Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.