Local Drinks

1. Asaana

   Asaana (a sweet fermented corn drink)

   Usage

   A sweet non-alcoholic drink of fermented corn and caramelised sugar, sold cold at stalls and shops. It is said to come from the Volta Region

   Grammar Note

   Asaana is spelled with a double aa. Signs may also say Aliha or Elewonyo.

2. Hausa koko

   Hausa koko (spiced millet porridge drink)

   Usage

   A thick, warm millet drink spiced with ginger, cloves and chilli. Sold in the morning at street stalls, often with fried bean cakes (koose)

   Grammar Note

   Hausa is the name of a northern people, so Hausa koko means the Hausa porridge. The spelling matches menus.

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