BANDREK

Bandrek is the traditional beverage of the Banten West Java, Indonesia, were taken to increase the warmth of the body. This drink is usually served on cold weather, such as in times of rain or night. The basic ingredients are the most important Bandrek ginger and brown sugar, but in certain areas usually adds its own spice to reinforce the warm effect given bandrek, such as lemongrass, pepper, pandan, chicken eggs, and so on. Milk also can be added depending on the tastes of the presentation. Many Indonesian people believe that bandrek can cure ailments such as sore throat, cough, and so forth. In Banten, the seller usually add a dash of coconut dredged to increase the flavor of the Bandrek. Bandrek usually consumed with boiled peanuts, sweet potatoes boiled, and fried.