Hato

A strong alcoholic drink made from honey and fermented muvi seeds.

General Properties

Appearance

The most common color is a golden yellow or warm orange, depending on the muvi subspecies and the plants from which the honey was produced. The liquid is clear and slightly more viscous than water.

Taste

It is sweet and spicy, leaving a burning sensation in the mouth.

Effects

The alcohol content is very high at around 40%. Therefore, it leads to intoxication very quickly.

Preparation

Core Recipe

Honey and muvi paste are blended, diluted with water and left to ferment for at least 1 year. The result is distilled to make it more potent and then left to ripen for several more years.

Variations

Regional variants differ in the precise ratio of honey and muvi. Older hato generally has a fuller, more balanced taste and is sold at higher prices.

Cultural Significance

Serving Conventions

Hato is consumed in rather small amounts, due to its high alcohol content and its hard-to-bear spiciness. Most of the time it is mixed with water or fruit juices, serving as an important ingredient for a wide range of coctails. Besides that, it is added to various savoury and sweet dishes.

by Kathrin Janowski

Type

alcoholic beverage

Ingredients

honey
muvi seeds

Consumed by

Rilsu

Rarity

common