Ban Xang Hai

Ban Xang Hai, often referred to as the "Whisky Village," is a small Laotian village famed for its traditional rice whisky, Lao-Lao. Located near Luang Prabang, the village draws visitors interested in local distillation traditions.

Ban Xang Hai is situated along the banks of the Mekong River, a few kilometers from Luang Prabang. This village is renowned for its production of Lao-Lao, a traditional Laotian rice whisky distilled from rice. The distillation techniques at Ban Xang Hai have been passed down through generations, preserving a vital aspect of Laotian culture. Visitors to the village can witness the production process from fermentation to distillation and are often invited to sample the final product. Besides Lao-Lao, Ban Xang Hai also produces various traditional weavings and pottery.