Pissélé

Pissélé is a fermented millet-based beverage originating from Burkina Faso. It is a traditional drink, often homemade and consumed during social gatherings and ceremonies. The fermentation process, typically involving wild yeasts and bacteria, results in a slightly sour and alcoholic beverage. The alcohol content can vary depending on the fermentation time and method. Pissélé is considered a staple in some rural communities and is valued for its nutritional content derived from millet. The precise method of preparation can differ regionally, but generally involves grinding millet, cooking it into a porridge, allowing it to cool, and then fermenting it for several days or even weeks.