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Nutritional Values

🔥150kcal
💪1gProtein
🌾35gCarbs
🥑—Fat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️200 mlServing

* Per serving · 200 ml. May vary.

Chicha

How to order / say it
Say it Chicha — [CHEE-chah]
Order Can I have a Chicha?
Locally ¿Puedo tener una Chicha?
Say locally

A traditional fermented drink made from corn, enjoyed by locals.

Why try it?

This drink is a testament to the indigenous heritage of Villa de Leyva, offering a glimpse into the colonial history of the region.

How it tastes

Slightly tangy and sweet, with a smooth and refreshing effervescence, typically served in a pottery mug.

Origin & History — first documented: 1600

Dating back to pre-Columbian times, chicha was adopted by colonial settlers who added sugarcane and spices, evolving over the centuries.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 500 g corn
  • 2 liters water
  • 🍯 200 g sugarcane
  • 🧂 1 stick cinnamon

Method

  1. 1 Soak corn in water overnight.
  2. 2 Boil corn with sugarcane and cinnamon.
  3. 3 Ferment in a cool place for 5 days.

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