Arak. Bali’s traditional spirit, used in both ceremony and celebration across the island. Many know the name or have savoured its distinct taste, but few are able to explain how it is made or where it really comes from.
‘ARAK - Made in Bali’ is the second episode in our docu-series ‘Made in Bali’. The short film explores the age-old spirit, shedding light on how arak is made - highlighting the type of arak derived from the coconut tree. The film focuses on a particular arak producing village in the regency of Karangasem: Desa Tri Eka Buana, where over 80% of the families still make their living from producing arak.
Whilst helping to explain how arak is produced, the video also brings the lives and challenges of today’s arak farmers to the forefront, shared through the story of I Wayan Lemes Indrawan, a resident of Tri Eka Buana village. This story is told through beautiful cinematography, highlighting local livelihoods as well as the stunning environment of the Sidemen area, where the village is located.
To learn more about Arak in Bali, explore more content and stories centred on this traditional spirit, available at: www.nowbali.co.id/arak
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Made in Bali is a series by NOW! Bali made to celebrate, capture and preserve the island's many artisans and handcraftsmen, and the products that they make.
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Video & Filming Supported by:
• Genesis Creative Centre ( / inspireatgenesis )