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What This Ancient Inca Drink Reveals About Its Shocking Ingredients – A Journey Through Time and Tradition For centuries, the Andes Mountains have preserved more than just breathtaking landscapes—they’ve safeguarded ancient traditions, one remarkable beverage among them: Chicha. This traditional Inca drink, made from fermented corn or barley, has recently sparked widespread interest not only for its cultural significance but for its ingredient list—some of which are as surprising (and shocking) as they are authentic. If you’ve only heard of chicha as a simple fermented corn drink, get ready to deepen your appreciation—because modern research uncovers ingredients and production methods that reveal a sophistication far beyond what colonial records ever disclosed. ### The Heart of Inca Culture—More Than Just Corn