Workshop Visit and Sombai Liqueur Tasting
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Learn about the story behind the fusion between the local tradition of infusing rice wine in Cambodia and the recipes from Mauritius.
Admire the unique designs hand-painted on the bottles by young Cambodian artists. Enjoy the tantalizing journey through the 11 flavours, nibbling on local snacks and with alcoholic jams. Find out souvenirs that are unique and different.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Free of charge for non drinking accompanying person
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tour in English (French on request)
Snacks
Liqueur tasting
Gratuities
Private transportation
What To Expect
Get a real taste of Cambodia as you sample Siem Reap speciality Sombai. Learn how the local liqueur is made on a 1-hour tour of a Sombai workshop, and see the maceration room where fruits and spices are used for flavour. Finally, sample the famous liqueur, tasting 11 different flavours from sweet to spicy, on top taste 3 alcoholic jams. This is inside an old wooden Khmer house decorated with traditional and some more modern art.
Sample Menu
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Lemon & Lemongrass
Inspired by a recipe common in traditional Khmer medicine, lemon being an excellent tonic while the infusion of lemongrass has proven anti-fungal.
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Ginger & Red Chili
The spiciest flavour of the range, combining 2 hot flavours that have been smoothly softened. Ideal to wake up any kind of appetite.
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Mango & Green Chili
With a high fruity tang, relatively sweet, and a pleasant spicy touch, this flavour is the women's favourite. It can be enjoyed as an apéritif
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Galangal & Tamarind
Clearly the most exotic flavours of Sombai, mixing the sweetness and acidity of the candied tamarind to the spicy aroma of the fresh galangal.
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Anise & Coffee
Expert combination of Cambodian badian (star anise) and coffee beans. Ideal as an apéritif to enjoy the natural virtues of anise and coffee.
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Banana & Cinnamon
A blend of sweet and spicy, the prevalent taste of cinnamon gives a festive touch to this flavour. Perfect to accompany a dessert.
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Coconut & Pineapple
Cambodian version of the Piña-Colada, with a sweet hint and coconut predominance. So be careful, this drink can be scrumptiously treacherous.
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Sombai Cambodian Liqueur: Workshop Visit and Liqueur Tasting
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