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Agua de coco

What: As in other sultry climates around the world, Cartagena loves its coconut water—the clear, slightly nutty liquid found within those ubiquitous tropical fruits when they’re young. Refreshing and tasty, this drink provides some much-needed quick hydration—electrolytes, in particular—to the hot and bothered.

Where: You can find coconut water in cafes but often on the street, where vendors drain the fruit into a skinny plastic bag, then pop a straw into the bag—not the most eco-friendly drinking vessel, but quick and convenient.