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AssamApongApong is a traditional rice beer associated with communities in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. It is often linked with festivals and community meals.
NagalandZuthoZutho is a Naga rice beer known for its cloudy look and social role around local food and gatherings.
AssamJudimaJudima is a Dimasa rice wine from Assam, especially associated with Dima Hasao and community food traditions.
TripuraChuakChuak is a Tripura rice-beverage tradition connected with community food, ceremonies, and local names that vary by group.
ManipurSekmai / YuSekmai and Yu refer to Manipur rice-drink traditions shaped by sticky rice, local starters, and community knowledge.
MeghalayaKaid UmKaid Um, also written Kiad, is a traditional rice or millet beverage associated with Khasi-Jaintia food and ceremonial culture in Meghalaya.

Region group
Northeast
Rice beers, millet ferments, community feasts, and mountain food.
Northeast drinks
AssamApongApong is a traditional rice beer associated with communities in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. It is often linked with festivals and community meals.
NagalandZuthoZutho is a Naga rice beer known for its cloudy look and social role around local food and gatherings.
AssamJudimaJudima is a Dimasa rice wine from Assam, especially associated with Dima Hasao and community food traditions.
TripuraChuakChuak is a Tripura rice-beverage tradition connected with community food, ceremonies, and local names that vary by group.
ManipurSekmai / YuSekmai and Yu refer to Manipur rice-drink traditions shaped by sticky rice, local starters, and community knowledge.
MeghalayaKaid UmKaid Um, also written Kiad, is a traditional rice or millet beverage associated with Khasi-Jaintia food and ceremonial culture in Meghalaya.