Indian Coastal Beverage GOAN FENI Launched in Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand, May 3, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Inspirador Indian Spirits launched today, in a small catch-up session featuring Heritage Feni “TINTO” with the brand owner, Mr. Solomon Diniz. The event took place at NILA Bangkok at Amari Bangkok hotel.

Heritage Feni “TINTO” brings the taste of Goa to Bangkok, and the exclusive session offered a unique opportunity to experience the rich heritage and unique flavors of Feni straight from the source.

The Goan custom of distilling cashew fruit into the liquor known as Feni dates back to the 16th century, when Portuguese colonists first brought cashew trees from Brazil to the coastal Indian state.

Tinto was launched on 25th January 2020. The brand is founded by Mr.Solomon Diniz, who is the fourth generation in the feni business. The word “Tinto” is a market place in Portuguese. The brand gets its unique name giving due to the gone by Portuguese era. The shape of the bottle and the serene artwork of the Goan cashew tree with the breathtaking backdrop of Goa couldn’t be better expressed in the well balanced ceramic bottle.

What sets the brand apart is the fact that the Feni is distilled using the old distillation process of clay pot method and using only fallen cashew apple for the process of fermentation which is later distilled 3 times. The distillery is located at Cotombi, Quepem-Goa.

During the session, guests had the chance to engage with Mr. Solomon Diniz and learn more about the history, production process, and cultural significance of Feni.

About NILA Bangkok
NILA Bangkok is a premier destination for culinary and cultural experiences at the heart of the city. In NILA restaurant, rich Indian gastronomy melds with Portuguese nuances, creating a symphony of flavours that is sure to impress the modern palate. Every dish, rooted in the traditions of the Indian coastline, presents a story of the region’s diverse heritage. Set on a stage, designed as an Indian merchant’s home, NILA Bangkok offers a Goan homecoming experience for guests from around the world.

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