Sombai Rice Liqueur Workshop Tour and Tasting in Siem Reap
At a glance
Sombai Rice Liqueur Workshop Tour and Tasting in Siem Reap is a 1h 15m small-group experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, operated by SOMBAI. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 109 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $5 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Tour in English (French on request), Snacks, Liqueur tasting.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 109 travellers
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Learn about the story behind the fusion between the local tradition of infusing rice wine in Cambodia and the recipes from Mauritius.
Admire the unique designs hand-painted on the bottles by young Cambodian artists. Enjoy the tantalizing journey through the 10 flavours, nibbling on local snacks and with alcoholic jams. Find out souvenirs that are unique and different.
What's included
What's included
- Tour in English (French on request)
- Snacks
- Liqueur tasting
Not included
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Itinerary
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Sombai is a family-run Cambodian rice liqueur workshop in the Wat Damnak area of Siem Reap, making hand-painted bottles of infused rice wine since 2012.
Wondering what there is to do in Siem Reap other than Angkor Wat? This short guided tour takes you through the working distillery, the maceration room where fruit and spices steep for up to a year, and the upstairs showroom of infusion jars. Then you sit down and taste.
You will try 10 flavours of infused rice liqueur and 3 alcoholic jams, with local snacks alongside. Bestsellers are Lemon and Lemongrass, Passion and Spices, and Banana and Cinnamon.
The rice wine is bought from families in the Cambodian countryside. Every bottle is painted by hand by young Cambodian artists, and the packaging is plastic-free.
Half an hour if you are busy. All evening if you are not. We are open after the temples close and into the evening, which makes this one of the easier things to do in Siem Reap at night without heading to Pub Street.
Children and non-drinkers are welcome and are free of charge.
Meeting point
Look for the red arch with the wooden house behind it, in the Wat Damnak area. Come any time between 11:00 and 20:00, there is no set start time. The tasting takes about 45 minutes and you are welcome to stay longer.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Free of charge for non drinking accompanying person
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Sombai Rice Liqueur Workshop Tour and Tasting in Siem Reap take?
The experience lasts about 1h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $5 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Tour in English (French on request); Snacks; Liqueur tasting.
Where does it start?
Look for the red arch with the wooden house behind it, in the Wat Damnak area. Come any time between 11:00 and 20:00, there is no set start time. The tasting takes about 45 minutes and you are welcome to stay longer.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, French.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 109 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Siem Reap.
