Thai Herbal Vodka a.k.a Yaa Dong - 625ml 40% v/v (80% proof)
Description:
Yaa Dong (Thai herbal liquor) is a mix of vodka and a blend special medicinal roots, stalks, shoots, bark, and heartwood which are carefully selected from the rain forests of Thailand. The herbs are infused in the vodka because the alcohol acts as a solvent. It's a better solvent than water, and also keeps the herbs from spoiling. In addition, vodka raises the blood to circulate the herbs more quickly. When drunk in the right quantity, vodka itself is a kind of medicine.
Indications:
Yaa Dong is believed to help impotence, increase sexual desire and improve general all round well being. Yaa Dong is also believed to be effective at treating hangovers.
Taste:
Mildly sweet with a rich earthy herbal finish and a soothing menthol aroma on the palate. This spirit gives a pleasing soothing sensation in the mouth and throat and lingers for some time. It's probably best served at room temperature in shots or on the rocks.
History:
Yaa Dong has been sold in Thailand for centuries. There are over 200 herbs used for making Yaa Dong, some are traditional recipes and others are secret recipes passed down through families. Some Yaa Dong liquors are made to treat certain conditions and others mixed to treat a broad range of conditions, or simply to improve the taste of local rice whiskies. Yaa Dong Bars can be found in certain towns and cities throughout Thailand, here you can sample many varieties of this amazing local liquor.
