Carato de Guanábana

Carato de guanábana is a classic Venezuelan refreshment made by blending the fragrant pulp of the guanábana (soursop) with water, milk, and sugar. Caratos — cold, blended fruit drinks — are a beloved tradition of the Venezuelan coast, and guanábana is one of the most cherished flavors.

Tropical cream in a tall glass

The drink is thick and creamy with the guanábana’s unique aroma — sweet, slightly tangy, and faintly pine-like. Ice-cold with a dusting of cinnamon, it is the most refreshing thing you can drink on a hot afternoon.

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