Bolivian Non-alcoholic Beverages

Mate de coca is a herbal infusion that is made by steeping coca leaves or teabags consisting of coca leaves in hot water. This ancient drink has been traditionally enjoyed to treat altitude sickness, and due to the small amounts of alkaloids, it i... READ MORE

Mocochinchi is a dehydrated peach cider and one of the most popular beverages in Bolivia. It can be bought at street corners, parks, and plazas. The beverage is usually sold from large glass jars alongside other drinks such as chicha<... READ MORE

Somó is a corn-based Bolivian beverage that is traditional for eastern parts of the country. It is made with a particular type of small-kernel corn called frangollo. The corn is soaked and boiled together with cinnamon and... READ MORE

Chicha de piña is a chicha version made with pineapple. It is a refreshing, fizzy drink found in numerous Latin American countries, and it comes in several varieties. Although it is usually fermented, it can also be simmered and se... READ MORE