Bhang

cannabis leaves and flowers beverage consumed in Indian subcontinent

Bhang (Hindi: भांग) is food made from cannabis. It was used in food and drink as early as 1000 B.C. in India.[1] By tradition, people drink bhang during the spring festival of Holi.[2][3]

Process of making bhang into a drink
A bhang shop in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Woman is selling cannabis and bhang in Guwahati, Assam, India

References change

  1. Staelens, Stefanie. "The Bhang Lassi Is How Hindus Drink Themselves High for Shiva". Vice.com. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
  2. "Right kick for day-long masti". Times of India. Retrieved 17 March 2014.
  3. "Holi 2014: Festival Of Colors Celebrates Spring (SONGS, PHOTOS)". Huffington Post. Retrieved 17 March 2014.