Housewives in Nepal continue to brew raksi, a rice liquor containing more than 50 percent alcohol. The latter is a festive staple among Nepal's Newar community. Indigenous to the Kathmandu valley, raksi (or aila as it is also called) is offered to Hindu and Buddhist gods during religious ceremonies but revellers need little excuse to sample the potent brew. Although it is illegal in Nepal to make alcohol at home for sale, the preparation and consumption ...Sunday 17 August 2014
Nepal Housewives Cook Up Potent Brew After Ignoring Laws
Housewives in Nepal continue to brew raksi, a rice liquor containing more than 50 percent alcohol. The latter is a festive staple among Nepal's Newar community. Indigenous to the Kathmandu valley, raksi (or aila as it is also called) is offered to Hindu and Buddhist gods during religious ceremonies but revellers need little excuse to sample the potent brew. Although it is illegal in Nepal to make alcohol at home for sale, the preparation and consumption ...
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