Wine

Kalou

Seychelles

Traditional palm wine made from the sap of coconut palms; a mildly alcoholic drink that has been part of Seychellois culture for centuries; the sap is collected from cut flower buds and ferments naturally; a refreshing, slightly sweet drink enjoyed at gatherings.

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What it is

A closer look at Kalou.

Traditional palm wine made from the sap of coconut palms; a mildly alcoholic drink that has been part of Seychellois culture for centuries; the sap is collected from cut flower buds and ferments naturally; a refreshing, slightly sweet drink enjoyed at gatherings.

What to look for

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The wine should be slightly sweet and mildly alcoholic from natural fermentation; made from coconut palm sap; collected from cut flower buds; a traditional Seychellois drink; enjoyed at gatherings; the fresher the better, as it continues to ferment; a link to the islands' coconut heritage.

Where it belongs

Origins and
traditions.

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Native to

Seychelles

Country-wide tradition

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Names around the table

One food, more than one name.

Kalouprimary
Caloualias
Palm Winealias

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