Whisky Village (Ban Xang Hai)

Nestled just 4 miles (6.5 kilometers) from the Pak Ou Caves on the Mekong River, the Whisky Village (Ban Xang Hai) is a hub for producing lao-lao, the national rice whiskey of Laos. Here, visitors can observe the traditional methods used to create this potent spirit, from the fermentation process to the final bottling. The village offers the opportunity to taste the local brew and purchase bottles to take home. A visit to Ban Xang Hai provides a unique insight into a Laotian rite of passage and the cultural significance of lao-lao.