Tella
Term from the Brauwerkstatt brewing glossary, category “Beer styles”.
Explanation
Traditional home ale from Ethiopia. Women toast bread made from barley, maize or sorghum, mix it with water and let it ferment with gesho, the Ethiopian substitute for hops. Tella is cloudy, slightly sour and usually low in alcohol. It is part of baptisms, weddings and religious festivals.
Test your knowledge
Which country does the beer style “Tella” come from?
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Namibia
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Correct: Ethiopia. Traditional home ale from Ethiopia.