Sodabi facts for kids
Sodabi is a traditional drink from West Africa. It is a type of strong spirit made by heating and cooling palm wine. This process is called distilling. Palm wine comes from the sap of palm trees.
Sodabi is very popular in many West African countries. People often make it by hand in small villages. It is similar to other well-known spirits from around the world. For example, it is like Tequila from Mexico or Vodka from Eastern Europe. However, Sodabi is not yet sold widely in other parts of the world.
This drink is known by different names in various countries. In Ivory Coast, it is called koutoukou. In Ghana, people know it as Akpeteshie. In Nigeria, it is often called Ogogoro.
How Sodabi is Made
The way Sodabi is made can be different from one producer to another. This means the quality of the drink can change. There are not many rules about how it should be made.
Historically, French authorities banned Sodabi during the time of the colonial period. One reason for the ban was concerns about the quality of the drink. Another reason was that colonial powers wanted people to buy European drinks instead.
How People Use Sodabi
People usually drink Sodabi by itself. Sometimes, people add different herbs and spices to a bottle of Sodabi. This can change its taste.
Sodabi is used for many different events. People drink it during special ceremonies. They also drink it with food or for everyday occasions.
In Africa, a liter of Sodabi often costs about 2 to 3 US dollars.
Modern Production
Today, some companies have started making Sodabi on a larger scale. They are producing it to sell to other countries around the world. This means more people outside West Africa might learn about Sodabi.
