Get happy high with these local alcohols found in India
Travelling to a new place for the first time makes you want to try out their local cuisine but people
Travelling to a new place for the first time makes you want to try out their local cuisine but people who love their alcohol do not mind sipping on local drinks. While most places use rice, a few make it with local fruits.
Updated on May 24, 2021 04:36 PM IST 7 Photos
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Though the preparation is different, in most places, it is made by fermenting the rice. If you ever plan to visit a new place after the #pandemic, you should definitely try these #localalcohols.(Instagram)
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Chuwarak: This is a form of whiskey consumed by the people of Tripura. The preparation requires many ingredients like jackfruit, rice, and pineapple along with some local leaves called Thakotor and Tokhiseleng leaves.(Instagram/iamsubroto)
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Kiad: Found in Meghalaya, this drink was introduced as a medical remedy. It is a rice-based drink that is mostly prepared during the festivities of the Khasis and Jaintias. Next time you plan a trip to Meghalaya, do not forget to give this a try with a side of doh-thad (fried smoked pork).(Instagram/explorenorthindia)
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Toddy: This beverage is found in Andhra Pradesh, Kerela and Tamil Nadu. It is made by fermenting the flower sap of the coconut tree and is mostly drank by the villagers after a long day at work.(Instagram/athirachako)
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