+8 Colombian liqueurs that you should know

do you want to know which are the best Colombian liqueurs? Colombia is a Latin American country with a rich gastronomy, and of course it produces liqueurs that have been catalogued by experts as among the best. Colombian liqueurs are part of the history and culture of the Neo-Granadian country, that is why, in this opportunity we will tell you which are some of the best Colombian liqueurs that exist at the moment.

+8 Colombian liqueurs that you did not know and that will fascinate you

Colombians enjoy any occasion accompanied by their alcoholic beverages, and these are part of their culture and ideosyncrasy, so celebrating carnival, vacations and even the Christmas holidays is an opportunity to do it with their liquors. Join us to discover which are the most popular and most consumed Colombian liquors.

consumed by farmers in areas with warm and temperate climate, it is also one of the companions of the hard days of work, and although it has low alcohol content, it is a liquor that should be drunk with caution.

It is a very traditional Colombian liquor in the Pacific part of Neogranadino, and the inhabitants of this region attribute medicinal and aphrodisiac powers to it, so it is very common to find it among the preferences of the area. The viche is made with sugarcane juice, the cane is cut before the plant matures, and for this reason it receives its name. It reaches a high alcohol content, so its consumption must be done with care.

Masato

This is a thick Colombian liquor, which depending on the region of the country and the tastes of those who make it, is made from rice, corn or pineapple. This liqueur is traditionally made with clay pots where a soup made with the chosen ingredient is left to ferment, to which panela is added and stirred periodically to agitate the fermentation and cause foam. Like its friend guarapo, masato is a refreshing drink, much sweeter but also has its own alcohol content due to the fermentation of the sugars in its ingredients.

Chirrinchi

It is a Colombian liquor that is prepared in several parts of the country, and one of the best known chirrinchis is the one made in La Guajira by the Wayúu Indians. The chirrinchi is a panela distillate elaborated in metallic containers, it has a high alcoholic content and is therefore very strong, which makes it the perfect ally for those palates with exquisite and adventurous tastes.

Chicha

It is a liquor of indigenous origin elaborated with sugar cane and some flour, generally corn flour. During its fermentation process, some people add beer or brandy, so it develops a high alcohol content.

In Bogotá, specifically in the La Perseverancia neighborhood, a chicha festival is held every year to remember its origin and cultural importance.

Aguardiente

Aguardiente is one of the most recognized and most consumed Colombian liquors throughout the country. It is a sugar cane distillate to which aniseed is added, which gives it its characteristic flavor. It is a liquor that arises from the fermentation and distillation of sugarcane, and has a high alcoholic content due to its natural sugars, so it should not be drunk lightly. Aguardiente is also an excellent companion for carnivals and fairs where enjoyment is the most desired thing. Among the main brands of aguardiente that can be found are: Antioqueño, Néctar, Nariño, Líder, Llanero, Cristal, Caucano, among many others of great quality.

Rum

At present, Colombian rum is considered by many experts as one of the best in the world, so its consumption has been growing every day within the territory, and it has a very good quality and flavor. Colombian rum already has numerous awards worldwide thanks to its quality and potential, which is undoubtedly a good reference when it comes to tasting a drink. Among the main brands we can find: Parce, La Hechicera, Dictador, Viejo de caldas, among others.

Beer

Colombian beer is undoubtedly one of the most consumed liquors in the country, industrial or artisanal, it has conquered thousands of palates that find in it a perfect ally to enjoy and refresh themselves. Aguila, Poker, Gran Colombia, Andina, Macando, among many others, blond, black or toasted are always present in the tables of the Colombian, price freshness and flavor position it within the preferences of alcohol lovers.