Alcohol is highly available in Bhutan. According to a report published last June, there is one alcohol outlet for every 177 Bhutanese. While there are strictly enforced bans on illicit alcohol, cheap industrial alcohol is easily available in retail stores.

Is alcohol cheap in Bhutan?

Local Liquors of Bhutan. Liquor is surprisingly cheap and good quality here. Incidentally, one of the things you should shop for while in Bhutan is local brands of alcohol. Most restaurants will serve these brands and almost every grocery shop sells the following.

Is Whisky available in Bhutan?

Bhutan is a small, mountainous country tucked between India and China, and K5 Himalayan Whisky is the first whisky blended and bottled in the country. The product is named “K5” after the 5th king of Bhutan, HM King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck, who came to power in 2006.

Is wine available in Bhutan?

Oh yes, this one is the official best wine in Bhutan (not literally officially, but yes, its the best). Another one on the list, Bhutan Grain Whiskey is made in the Gelephu distillery of Bhutan. So, yes, its totally a local drink, that too with 42.8% of alcohol content.

Can we smoke in Bhutan?

Bhutan is the only country in the world that completely bans the sale and production of tobacco—and naturally, smoking is banned in public places. Tourists and the Bhutanese elite can bring in 200 cigarettes, but ask your guide to find a place to light up.

Is food expensive in Bhutan?

While meal prices in Bhutan can vary, the average cost of food in Bhutan is BTN1,989 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Bhutan should cost around BTN795 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner.

Does Indian SIM work in Bhutan?

Indian SIM Cards will only work upto few meters around Bhutan Gate. You need to buy Bhutanese SIM Cards. They have 2 operators, Bhutan Telecom (Govt.) and Tashi Cell (Pvt.).

Is Bhutan richer than India in 2020?

However, Bhutans dirty secret is that it is world champion in GDP growth. Today, thanks to galloping economic growth for two decades, Bhutan is almost twice as rich as India: its per capita income was $1,900 in 2008 against Indias $1,070.