The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Pinole \Pi*nole"\, n. 1. An aromatic powder used in Italy in the manufacture of chocolate. [1913 Webster] 2. Parched maize, ground, and mixed with sugar, etc. Mixed with water, it makes a nutritious beverage. [1913 Webster]WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):
pinole n 1: meal made of finely ground corn mixed with sugar and spices