“Product of Ethiopia” — This label appears frequently in cafes and coffee shops worldwide as a mark of premium beans. Known as the hallmark of specialty coffee, its aromatic flavors have long delighted coffee connoisseurs. Wouldn’t Ethiopian coffee taste even more exceptional when enjoyed in its homeland? With this simple curiosity, I embarked on a […]
I sampled different varieties of millet wine in Hualien, eastern Taiwan Many tourists visiting Taiwan look forward to enjoying drinks like Taiwan Beer or bubble tea, but Taiwan actually has fascinating local beverages that only insiders know about. In this article, I’ll introduce you to “millet wine” (小米酒/Xiaomijiu), a traditional alcoholic drink I discovered in
While Southeast Asian travel is renowned for its culinary adventures, each country’s drinking culture holds its own fascinating depth. Thailand, famous for its cuisine, also has an intriguing world of traditional spirits. Today, I’ll share my experience visiting a historic Yadong shop and enjoying this traditional herbal liquor with the shop owner. What is Yadong?
African elephants are known for their massive bodies and incredible strength. However, there’s a fruit so potent that it’s said to be capable of making even these mighty creatures stumble – the Marula fruit. In this article, we’ll explore Amarula, a liqueur made from this fascinating fruit, and share our tasting experience. The Marula Fruit
In the first part, we introduced “Ruku Raa,” a traditional Maldivian drink reputed to be somewhat “alcohol-like”. In this second part, we’ll explain its fresh flavor, its state after a few days, and precautions for handling it. Read the first part here Premise: Freshness is Crucial for Ruku Raa As mentioned in the first part,
It’s well known that in the Maldives, a strict Islamic state, the consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in almost all areas except for resort islands. Therefore, it’s fair to say that it’s nearly impossible to obtain alcohol in the Maldives outside of resorts and floating bars (bars on boats). However, did you know that
A Summer in Taipei I was on a whirlwind two-night, three-day foodie trip with my friends. On that particular day, we were savoring a slightly late breakfast of lu rou fan in the shade of the towering banyan tree at Dadaocheng Cisheng Temple. Enjoying lu rou fan under the fresh dappled sunlight in front of
During my travels, I stumbled upon a unique and memorable drink: “Obusera,” an organic, handcrafted energy drink from Uganda. Here’s a detailed review and my personal experience with this intriguing beverage! What is Obusera? Obusera, also known as Obushera, is a traditional fermented drink primarily made in southern Uganda. Unlike the energy drinks commonly found
Have you heard of “Waragi,” one of Africa’s most iconic liquors? It has gained some online buzz recently after being featured on TV. During my trip to Uganda, I had the opportunity to try Waragi firsthand. Here’s my experience and everything you need to know about this fascinating drink! What is “Waragi”? Waragi is a
In this article, following up on our previous piece, we’ll introduce another local Ethiopian liquor. This time, we’re focusing on “Tej” (ጠጅ), a famous Ethiopian honey wine. Unlike “Tella,” which we covered in the last article, Tej is more mainstream and easier for tourists to find. During my exploration of Addis Ababa, I had the