It s not a good idea to sample it though, as hepatitis B is commonly passed with the bowl. A variety of Andean versions of Chicha exist that aren t chewed and may be safe. Good wine from Chile and Argentina is widely available. The quality is not the best and you won t get the glorious sound of a popping cork, but you'll pay only half the price. If your palate is a bit more finicky, fine wines from Chile, France, Spain, and Italy are also available.
Most bars serve pilsner-style beers of decent quality and very good value.
The most popular brand is Pilsener, which comes in a large bottle. If you are a fan of Cuba Libres, Daiquiris or Pina Coladas, the local rum is great, as well as ridiculously cheap. It's strong, frightfully cheap, and guaranteed to keep your toes warm. Keeping healthy is not only about avoiding germs, but also about acclimating to new ones. Going against popular belief, food, rather than water, is usually the culprit of intestinal problems.