When you hear the name Costa Rica, you can't help but think of coffee. Coffee and alchoholic Guaro are the national drinks of this Central America location.

Costa Rica is world-renowned for its high-quality coffee, but its local drink culture extends far beyond the bean. The national liquor is Guaro, a clear, slightly sweet spirit distilled from sugar cane; it is most famously served as a Chiliguaro, a spicy shot mixed with tomato juice, hot sauce, and lime. For non-alcoholic options, Agua de Sapo (Toad Water) is a refreshing Caribbean specialty made with ginger, lime, and tapa de dulce (raw cane sugar). Another staple is Refrescos Naturales, which are fresh fruit blends made with water or milk, utilizing local tropical fruits like soursop (guanábana), passion fruit (maracuyá), and cas. During the holidays, locals enjoy Rompope, a rich eggnog-like beverage often spiked with rum. Whether it is a cold Imperial beer on the beach or a traditional café chorreado, the country’s beverages are a vital part of the Pura Vida lifestyle.