Lambanog
Traditional Filipino liquor
Lambanóg is a traditional Filipino distilled palm liquor. It is an alcoholic liquor made from the distillation of naturally fermented nectar (tubâ) from palm trees such as sugar palm, coconut, or nipa. The most popular variety is produced from the distilled coconut nectar which is commonly described as "coconut vodka" due to its clear to milky white color and high alcohol content. It originates from Luzon and the Visayas Islands. During the Spanish colonial period, it was also known as vino de coco in Spanish. In the international market, it is commonly sold as "coconut vodka" or "palm brandy."
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