Byais (also spelled bya-is, biya-is, or biyais) is a traditional Filipino wine from the Mansaka people of Davao de Oro. It is made from boiled lengkuas (, , , or in Mansaka) mixed with honey or sugarcane juice which are then fermented in tightly sealed earthen jars (). It has a sharp flavor reminiscent of citrus fruits or pine needles.
See also Bais Kabarawan Intus Mead Sima
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