Guaro

The beverage is frequently marketed under the name Cacique, which is the most well-known brand. Guaro is normally bottled at 35% ABV and is best sipped unadulterated, however, it also goes well with soda, soft drinks, and fruit juice. Salt and lemon are optional.

The alcoholic beverage guaro is produced all over Latin America. It is a clear liquid that is distilled from sugar cane juices and tastes a little bit sweeter than other liquors. Guaro is regarded as the national beverage of Costa Rica, where production is regulated to prevent illegal homebrewing. Although 70-proof and 80-proof versions have recently been produced, the standard strength is 60 proof, or 30% alcohol. It is popular in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama, although in many places the word "guaro" can refer to almost any liquor.

The name "guaro" came from Central America. Colombians call it aguardiente. Sometimes it is referred to as a "soft vodka" because it has a lower alcohol content than vodka.

Origin: Costa Rica