In Goa, it’s time to savour the flavour of the season

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LOCAL FLAVOURS

The refreshing juice of Goa's cherished cashew apple, known locally as neero, is made from its juicy flesh and is a favourite summer drink among Goans.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | neero | Photo: Casey Monteiro

JUICY STORIES

This refreshing summer drink is the last juice extracted from the cashew, following the earlier extractions used to produce the famous Goan alcoholic drinks, feni and urrak.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | neero | Photo: Casey Monteiro

COOL IT

Neero is best served chilled for a cool and refreshing experience.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | neero | fridge | Photo: Casey Monteiro

CHEERS

Although the cashew fruit undergoes an initial extraction to produce alcohol, neero itself contains no alcoholic content and is a refreshing drink.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | neero | Photo: Casey Monteiro

SHELF LIFE

Neero is highly perishable and starts fermenting if not kept refrigerated. Even when stored in the fridge, it has a short shelf life of just one to two days.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | neero | Photo: Casey Monteiro

MONEY MATTERS

The price of this beverage ranges from Rs 120 to Rs 280 per bottle, depending on size etc.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | neero | Photo: Casey Monteiro

BUY IT HERE

Given the growing demand for neero, outlets such as 'Mr Baker' and 'Global to Local', both in Panjim, currently stock this popular summer drink.

Goa | food | summer | cashew apple | Mr Baker | Panjim | neero | Photo: Casey Monteiro

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