Judima Rice Wine
| GI number | GI-26 |
|---|---|
| Typical price | ₹300 - ₹800 |
| Verified cooperatives | Dimasa Handloom & Handicraft Co-op |
| State | Assam |
About Judima Rice Wine
Judima is a traditional rice-based fermented drink of the Dimasa people of Dima Hasao in Assam. It is brewed at home and shared at community gatherings and festivals. The drink is mildly alcoholic, cloudy and slightly sweet, and its flavour depends on the rice and the herbal starter used by each household. It is a cultural product first and a commercial one second.
Heritage and place
For the Dimasa community, judima is tied to hospitality, ceremony and social life, and recipes and methods pass through families. The GI is a recognition of that community heritage, and it gives producers a way to protect the name from commercial imitation. Because it is an alcoholic drink, sale and distribution are subject to state excise rules.
How it is made
Cooked rice is mixed with a starter made from local plants and rice flour, then left to ferment in pots for several days. The liquid is later strained or diluted to make the drink. Small variations in the herbs, temperature and timing change the taste, and hygiene during preparation strongly affects quality, which is why traditional makers follow careful routines.
Registry record
Judima Rice Wine is listed in this catalogue as GI-26, a Geographical Indication tagged product of Assam in the manufactured category. The name is legally protected: only producers within the notified region may sell under it. Confirm the entry in the official GI Journal before relying on it commercially.
◈ How to spot a fake Judima Rice Wine
What to check
Judima should be bought only through licensed channels or community-authorised sellers, and only by adults. Check that the product is labelled with the producer's name and follows state excise and food safety rules. Unlabelled homemade drink of uncertain origin can be unsafe. If you are visiting Dima Hasao, ask local community groups about cultural events where the drink is served legitimately.
- Brewed exclusively by the Dimasa community using fermented sticky rice and native 'Thembra' plant bark extracts; copies are artificially alcohol-spiked.
Price to expect
Genuine Judima Rice Wine typically sells in the range of ₹300 - ₹800. Prices far below that range are a common sign of an imitation.
Where to buy
Look for authorised sellers such as Dimasa Handloom & Handicraft Co-op, or government emporia and cooperatives in Assam.
Catalogue record
Catalogue record: GI-26 · Assam · reviewed
Frequently asked questions
What is the GI registration number of Judima Rice Wine?
This catalogue lists Judima Rice Wine as GI-26. Registration numbers should be confirmed against the official GI Journal before commercial use.
Where is Judima Rice Wine made?
Judima Rice Wine is produced in Assam, in the manufactured category of this catalogue.
Can Judima Rice Wine legally be made outside Assam?
No. GI protection means only producers within the notified region of Assam may legally sell goods under the name “Judima Rice Wine”.
What does genuine Judima Rice Wine cost?
Genuine Judima Rice Wine typically sells in the range of ₹300 - ₹800. Prices far below this range are a common sign of an imitation.
How can I spot a fake Judima Rice Wine?
Brewed exclusively by the Dimasa community using fermented sticky rice and native 'Thembra' plant bark extracts; copies are artificially alcohol-spiked.
Where should I buy genuine Judima Rice Wine?
Look for authorised sellers such as Dimasa Handloom & Handicraft Co-op, or government emporia and cooperatives in Assam.
