Traditional Drinks of Meghalaya: Tea, Rice Beer & More
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Food · 4 min read · Jul 2026

Traditional Drinks of Meghalaya: Tea, Rice Beer & More

Beyond the mains, Meghalaya has a delicious world of the traditional drinks of Meghalaya worth seeking out.

What to try

Look for local rice beer, butter tea, seasonal brews and rice-based sweets and cakes that vary village to village across Meghalaya.

  • Traditional rice beer and local brews
  • Butter/salt tea in the higher regions
  • Rice-flour cakes and seasonal sweets

TripTrix Voyages runs Meghalaya all season with reliable transport — net rates on request.

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