Ready to try out ‘Habushu’, Japan’s snake whiskey!

The drink is prepared by soaking fang-bearing pit viper found in Ryukyu Islands for months in whiskey, supposedly neutralising the venom.

By: Trends Desk
New Delhi | Updated: December 8, 2023 09:34 AM IST

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The drink is prepared by soaking fang-bearing pit viper found in Ryukyu Islands.

Hold onto your hats and prepare for a wild ride through the spirited world of ‘Habushu’, the zaniest snake whiskey straight out of Japan! Forget your regular beverages, as this one comes with a side of slithery surprise and a dash of Okinawan quirkiness.

Imagine a venomous snake taking a spa day in a bottle of Awamori, an Okinawan rice spirit. Habushu isn’t just a drink; it’s practically a health tonic, or so they say.

The drink is prepared by soaking fang-bearing pit viper found in Ryukyu Islands for months in whiskey, supposedly neutralising the venom and making it about as harmless as a rubber snake.

Tourists and collectors worldwide are going bananas over this wacky elixir.

One instagram user wrote, “gotta try everything at least once,” while a second mentioned, “Tried it and can confirm it was a bizarre ride”. A third user said, “That’s so dope”.

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So, whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just someone looking to spice up their drinks cabinet, Habushu is calling your name.

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