5 Popular Global Alcohols Banned in India: Try Them Abroad!

• Absinthe, known as 'Green Fairy', was banned due to a misconception about 'Thujone' causing hallucinations; now produced with limits but still restricted in India.
• Fortified Wine (like Sherry, Port Wine) has 15-22% alcohol, classifying it as a 'strong spirit' in India, leading to high excise duties and limited availability.
• Homemade Moonshine/Poteen, illicitly produced and unregulated, is strictly prohibited in India due to potential toxicity and lack of government supervision.
• Older versions of Bitter Lemon Ale exceeded India's strict alcohol content limits for beer, making them unavailable in the country.
• Korean Somaek (Soju + Beer) is difficult to find in India as Soju faces excise duty and distribution challenges, hindering its availability.

Why It Matters: Discover 5 globally popular alcoholic drinks banned in India due to regulations, misconceptions, or high duties.