Some of the finest spirits from around the world make their way to Cambodia, but there are local options as well. From wine to whiskey and from brandy to rum, Cambodia is striving to produce…
George’s Rhumerie Locally infused rums using local ingredients are the specialty of George’s Rhumerie in Siem Reap. There are 12 flavors including coconut and ginger, sold in various sizes for sipping pleasure.
Sombai Siem Reap produced liqueur infused with local flavors in beautifully hand-painted bottles. Sombai encompasses the flavors and images of Siem Reap. With eight flavors to discover in wonderful combinations like anise and coffee, ginger and red chili and banana and cinnamon to name a few.
Kirel Palm Wine This sweet wine is available in 2 flavors: ginger and pineapple. At 8% alcohol/volume, its unique taste and aroma are perfect for after dinner. It also contains minerals and oligo-elements.
Banon Brandy Sometimes called “Battambang Brandy” because it is distilled in this province by local winemakers at the Chan Thay Chhoueng plantation. At 40% alcohol/volume, it is similar to a young cognac with a caramel-gold color.
Samai Rum As the first generation of rum in Cambodia, it is appropriately named as samai means “a new generation/looking toward the future” in Khmer. Using sugarcane molasses as a base, the most popular addition is red Kampot pepper, which is matured for 6 months and has 38% alcohol/volume.
It has won a Double Gold Medal at the Madrid International Rum Conference 2017 and a bronze medal at the International Spirits Challenge 2017 in London.
The Samai Gold Rum is aged in special French and American oak barrels and sherry casks, giving it natural hints of vanilla, dark chocolate, and caramelized honey, balanced with a touch of Asian influence. It is 40% alcohol/volume.
Jaya Spirit Made from natural palm sap, Jaya Spirit is at the high-end of the spectrum. It is between a whiskey and a sherry with a strength of 40% alcohol/volume. It is commonly sold in a 500ml bottle.
