There are different flavors available, including the original, tamarind, and hibiscus.
Good price and flavor
It remains very popular among locals and is inexpensive.
It's worth trying if you're tired of beer and drinking like Guatemalans.
The brand Quetzalteca is part of the alcohol distillery Industria Licoreras de Guatemala, which also produces Ron Botran and Venado.
It was founded by a family of immigrants from Spain, and the company remains a major player in the alcohol market.
The indita
Quetzalteca is sometimes known as "Indita," because of the image of the indigenous woman on the bottle.
"Indita" is a derogatory term in slang for indigenous women, and this nickname has sparked growing controversy in Guatemala.
Although the nickname has nothing to do with the company itself, it has ignited debate. Many people want to stop using the nickname, but changing the habit has proven difficult.
Interestingly, Quetzalteca was traditionally considered a drink of the lower class, but things have changed in recent years.
Since the launch of the hibiscus flavor in 2011, middle and upper-class drinkers have been driving sales. Nowadays, it can be found in trendy bars in the city of Guatemala, as well as in neighborhood stores across the country, and many people see the drink as a symbol of national pride.
The flavors of tamarind and hibiscus can be sickeningly sweet if consumed straight, and many people mix Quetzalteca with lemonade and ice. At 36 degrees of temperature, you might want a blender if you don't want to get drunk too quickly.
