Brew the Himalayas at Home
Authentic Tongba and Chhaang, the legendary drinks of Nepal. Our kits include everything measured and ready: Himalayan grain, traditional Murcha yeast, and the vessel to brew it in.
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Choose Your Brew
Two legendary Himalayan drinks. One simple process. Pick the one that calls to you, or brew both.
Brewing Is Simple
No experience needed. If you can cook rice, you can brew Tongba.
Mix
Combine the cooked grain with traditional Murcha yeast from your kit.
Ferment
Let it rest in a warm spot while the yeast works its quiet magic.
Pour and Sip
Add hot water, wait a few minutes, and drink through the Pipsing straw. Refill 3 to 5 times.
A Drink Older Than Memory
Tongba is the indigenous drink of the Limbu people of the eastern Himalayas. For centuries it has warmed winter nights, sealed friendships, and marked celebrations across Nepal, Sikkim, and Bhutan.
Founded by Dawa, who grew up sharing Tongba during festivals and cold evenings in Nepal, Darjeeling, and Sikkim. We started Yak&Brew with one belief: this drink belongs to everyone. Our kits carry the same grain and the same Murcha yeast used in Himalayan villages, measured and packed in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Brewers Love It
★★★★★ 5.0 average across verified reviews
"Easy Everest is much sweeter, while Murcha Style tastes exactly like authentic Tongba should. Love it!"
Prabin R., Verified reviewer"A meaningful, well-made vessel that brings Himalayan brewing tradition to modern homebrewers."
Tashi, Verified reviewer"Perfect timing! I'm having mine tonight after almost a month of fermentation. It smells amazing, and I have a feeling this batch is going to have some kick!"
Verified reviewerQuestions, Answered
Everything first time brewers ask us.
What is Tongba?
Tongba is a traditional Himalayan drink made from fermented millet. Hot water is poured over the fermented grain and sipped through a Pipsing straw. It is warm, malty, and deeply comforting.
How long does brewing take?
Fermentation takes a few weeks depending on temperature. Once fermented, each serving is ready in minutes: just add hot water.
What is Murcha yeast?
Murcha is the traditional Himalayan fermentation starter, a cake of wild yeast and botanicals. It is what gives Tongba and Chhaang their distinctive character.
Do you ship across the USA?
Yes. We ship our kits to all 50 states from Raleigh, North Carolina. U.S. shipping is a flat $6.99, and U.S. orders of $45 or more ship free. We also ship to 27 countries internationally, with postage calculated at checkout.
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