Bhang

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

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]

References[edit]

  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.