Do you want to party like a Puerto Rican? I can’t help you with that too much, but I can give you some recipes for a local favorite drink called Chichaito.

Chichaito is a seriously strong alcholic beverage, made with Anisette liqueur and rum. It is a yummy, anise (licorice) flavored drink, typically served as a shot, though sometimes it is chilled and sipped. It is usually made with cheap brands of alcohol, and it is sometimes available in smaller, local bars for a $1/shot or a few bucks for a pint.

I have tried a few variations, and since I am not a huge fan of black licorice, find Kerry’s recipe more to my liking.

Basic Chichaito Recipe

• 1 part licorice-flavored liqueur (Anisette or Anis)
• 1 part white rum (any brand will do)

Kerry’s Chichaito Recipe

This version of the recipe was made for us by Kerry from Horseback Riding Puerto Rico. It is sweeter and more to my liking. But it goes down pretty smoothly, so watch out!

• 1 part licorice-flavored liqueur (Anisette or Anis)
• 1 part white rum (any brand will do)
• ½ part honey
• ½ part lemon juice

If you are doing a shot, remember to toast to good health — ¡Salud!

Remember to drink responsibly, and never drink & drive.