6 feni bottles to take home from Goa

Roxanne D'silva

SPIRIT OF GOA

GI-tagged feni, Goa's beloved local liquor, is more than just a drink. Besides being Goa's traditional spirit, it is now a cherished Indian drink gaining recognition beyond Goa's borders. Here are six feni bottles worth taking home from Goa.

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AANI EK

Aani Ek feni, meaning 'one and only,' lives up to its name by offering a unique take on Goa's beloved spirit. While traditional feni is cherished for its strong character, Aani Ek caters to a wider audience with their innovative infused flavours.

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GOENCHI

'Goenchi', which means 'of Goa', is a brand that offers two variants of feni: coconut and cashew.

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MOJI

Moji, translated from Konkani means 'mine', offers a smooth feni profile, ideal for first-time feni drinkers. It maintains authentic flavour while being gentle on the palate.

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OURO

Ouro, a remarkable spiced feni inspired by Goa's rich heritage, means 'gold' in Portuguese. It is a farm-to- bottle masterpiece that embodies true spirit of artisanal production.

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CAZULO

This feni brand offers around 26 expressions of feni which include cashew and coconut and a particular unique dukshiri feni, which is a by-product of the coconut feni production process.

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TINTO

Keeping to its aromatic and fruity flavour that remains intact during the production process, Tinto feni can be enjoyed with kokum syrup, ginger lime cordial, soda and a dash of lime.

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