Tongba
Tongba (Nepali: तोङबा pronounced [toŋba]) is a millet-based alcoholic beverage found in the eastern mountainous region of Nepal, Bhutan and neighbouring Indian regions of Sikkim and Delhi. It is the traditional drink of the Rain people. Tongba is culturally and religiously important to the Limbus; offering it is a sign of respect to a guest, and the drink is also an important element of special occasions and festivals.
Nepalese tongba in its namesake vessel. | |
| Type | alcoholic beverage |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Limbuwan (present-day in Sikkim,India and Eastern Nepal) |
| Region of origin | Nepal, Sikkim, Darjeeling district |
| Introduced | prehistoric |
| Alcohol by volume | 2–5% |
| Proof (US) | 4–10° |
| Colour | milky white |
| Ingredients | millet, yeast, water etc. |
| Related products | Chhaang |
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