I just thought I'd share an
interesting experience I had today. As we were sitting chatting over
our coffees this morning one of the ladies handed me a toffee. 'Gracias Señora' says I as I unwrap it and pop it into my mouth. It's only then I
noticed the wrapper...coca toffee! I googled it as soon as I got
home and as I suspected, it's made with ground coca leaves (the same leaves used to make cocaine).
Just as I was beginning to wonder what kind of
place this was, I was assured its perfectly legal and even encouraged
for treating things like altitude sickness, headaches and dizziness. Well, I must admit its not the nicest toffee I've ever had but I report no
ill effects - thankfully! Pictures below to prove it.
Coca leaves are not only used for toffees but also teas.
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