Viche has long been used in traditional communities as a ceremonial intoxicant and for medicinal purposes, notably to purge stomach bugs and parasites, and as an aphrodisiac. [4][5][6]

Sep 24, 2021 · Viche is traditionally distilled from raw sugar cane then mixed with local herbs and fruits. It’s a liquor so strong that many locals believe it can cure snakebites, as reported in the Guardian.

Aug 28, 2024 · New viche brands are popping up, hoping to cash in on the surge in demand. Yet several do not distill the traditional way or do so outside Afro-Colombian territories.

Discover the rich history and cultural significance of the viche cane sugar spirit from the Pacific, produced by Afro-Colombian communities.

Meet the certified Afro-Colombian families and communities who are the guardians of viche, and support their sustainable livelihoods. Explore our curated selection of certified viche, each bottle telling a …

Oct 31, 2023 · A great article about Viche, a sugar cane based spirit being produced in Colombia.

Aug 28, 2024 · In southwestern Colombia, Afro-Colombian communities have preserved the tradition of making viche, a potent liquor distilled from sugarcane. These communities, among the poorest in the …

Aug 29, 2024 · New viche brands are popping up, hoping to cash in on the surge in demand. Yet several do not distill the traditional way or do so outside Afro-Colombian territories.

Derived from the artisanal transformation of sugar cane by the coastal and riverside villages of Colombia's Pacific region, Viche Vibora is currently distributed across Colombia's main restaurants …

Feb 18, 2024 · Viche, with an alcohol by volume (ABV) of about 35%, is made from raw sugar cane, herbs, and fruits. It is a potent liquor, traditionally prepared by Afro-Colombian women, and believed …