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Agwa Cocoa Herbal Liqueur

N/A (Proprietary Blend) Allergen-Free
Agwa Cocoa Herbal Liqueur

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Proprietary Blend, includes Erythroxylaceae for coca)
  • Primary Cuisine Global (cocktail ingredient)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Coca leaves, cocoa, botanicals, grain alcohol, sugar

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A unique liqueur distilled from Bolivian coca leaves, combined with cocoa and other botanicals, offering a complex herbal-sweet flavor profile.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Herbal, Earthy, Cocoa, Citrus, Slightly Bitter
TextureSmooth, Syrupy, Warming
AromaComplex Herbal, Chocolate, Spicy, Citrus
AcidityLow-Med

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 fl oz (30ml)
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate25 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars25 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Chef’s Secret

The subtle stimulating effects and unique flavor of Agwa are best appreciated when served very cold, perhaps as a shot with a lime wedge or in simple, clean cocktails that highlight its botanical notes.

Substitutions

Best Match

Kahlúa

1:1

Offers a strong coffee and sweet profile, providing a rich, dark base for cocktails, but lacks herbal complexity.

Jägermeister

1:1 (for herbal notes)

A different herbal liqueur, very distinct flavor but provides a similar bitter-sweet herbal profile for some cocktails.

Chocolate Liqueur + Herbal Bitters

1:1 + few dashes

Combines the cocoa sweetness with a hint of herbal complexity, for a DIY approach.

Fernet-Branca

1:2 (Agwa:Fernet)

A much more intensely bitter and herbal liqueur, for cocktails that need a strong botanical kick, adjust for sweetness.

Buying Guide

Available at liquor stores. Confirm age and local legality if unfamiliar. Store at room temperature.

Flavor Pairings

Lime tonic water energy drinks (traditional) espresso dark chocolate certain fruits.