If you have time and $$, bass fishing in mexico is unbelievable. I go down several times each year contact me for more info. 570.636.0645

Been using a homemade mix for years. Melt 4oz Vaseline in microwave, add teaspoon anise oil and tablespoon of salt. Keep in sandwich bags . Stays on plastic 1/2 hour. Bass will swallow worm if hook now set fast enough. Will also corrode hooks.

You should try the Florida strain that grow in Mexico. A Mexican 2 lb pulls like A northern 5 lb