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Nepal offers a variety of local alcoholic beverages that reflect its rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes.
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These local boozy drinks are best enjoyed in the company of friends and family, preferably alongside delicious Nepali cuisine.
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Here are some boozy drinks to sip on when in Nepal:
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It is made from various grains like rice, millet, or barley, and is often flavored with herbs and spices.
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Chhyang is a drink similar to Jaad and Tongba. It is also produced through the fermentation of rice.
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Tongba is a specialty of the Limbu people of eastern Nepal. It is made by fermenting millet and then pouring hot water over the fermented grains
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Toddy is an alcoholic beverage made from the saps of various palm trees.
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Marpha is a drink manufactured in Nepal's upper Himalayan regions, specifically in the Manang district. It is composed of fermented apples.
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So, have you tasted any of these drinks before?
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