HISTORY OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE IN NEPAL

Since ancient times, Nepal has been a common ground for both Indo-Aryan and Tibeto-Mongoloid peoples. A surprising compromise was also achieved between Hinduism and Buddhism. All cultures have a set of ideals, attitudes and expectations towards the consumption of alcoholic beverages, and Prohibited acts while drinking alcohol.

Alcohol consumption is closely related to Nepal's caste system. Many people foster the consumption of alcoholic beverages socially, religiously and culturally. People of Mongolian Origin Used Alcohol in Rituals On religious occasions like birth and death. Hindu society, on the other hand, forbids Consumption of alcohol among castes such as Brahmins and Chhetris.

The tradition of drinking alcoholic beverages in Nepal appears to have a long history. Among Kirats, drinking alcohol has a long history of use in ceremonies and other social and cultural gatherings. Although the Licchavi inscription that has survived doesn't say much about drinking, it may be presumed that indigenous groups like the Kirants and Newars and other castes of the caste system continued to consume alcohol. Tantrisim is a branch of Hinduism that emphasizes Matsya (fish). , mamsha (meat) and madira (alcohol) are among the offerings even during rituals.

Prithvi Narayan Shah deliberately attacked Kathmandu on the day of the Indra Jatra festival because he anticipated a large celebration and much drinking.When Janga Bahadur Rana visited England in 1850, it's thought that he brought some alcoholic beverages, including White Horse and Black Horse.The practice of producing alcohol at home for sale and starting bhattis (traditional pubs) emerged in the 1920s.

After the 1960s, alcoholic beverage manufacture was industrialized. According to reports, the country's first two distilleries, Mahendra Sugar Mills and Jawalakhel Distilleries, were founded in 1963 and 1972, respectively. Alcohol became a very lucrative industry that grew quickly, establishing a culture of consumerism. After the democratic movement of 1989, when liberal policies provided the alcohol business a conducive atmosphere to thrive, the culture of alcohol acquired another boost.

In Nepal, rakshi, a handmade distilled alcoholic beverage, is well-known. In addition to these, Tongba, Jhand, etc. are also well-known ones. Although maize, millet, and other cereals are also popular, rice is the cereal most often utilized in the creation of alcoholic beverages.The following are the list of various alcoholic beverages in Nepal.

Raksi

It's another light alcoholic beverage with Tibetan origins from Nepal. It is a common beverage served at social and religious gatherings. It is typically made from fermented rice, barley, millet, or other grains. To combat the summertime heat in a tropical region, it is served cold. It has a pleasant, almost fruity flavor at first, but it quickly turns distinctly sour in the mouth. Chyang was traditionally served in brass bowls, and some locations still do. Currently, they are frequently served in regular glasses, steel bowls, or even plastic bottles.Chyang is liked by Newars, Sherpas, and Rai since all three ethnic groups employed bowl-shaped serving utensils rather than glasses. White Chyang, which has a milky appearance, is the variety that is most frequently accessible. In two weeks, it can be brewed. Less well known are "Hyaunguthon," a red Chyang, and "Karthon," a thick brown Chyang. If one knows where to seek, both are easily accessible despite being rather uncommon.

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