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Lao khao

Lao Khao is a type of alcohol that comes from Thailand. It's made from rice that has been fermented, which means that tiny germs called yeast have been eating the rice and creating a special kind of liquid called alcohol.

To make Lao Khao, people start by soaking the rice in water for a little while so that it becomes soft. Then, they cook the rice and let it cool down. After that, they add yeast to the rice and let it sit for a few days. During this time, the yeast eats the rice and creates alcohol.

Once this process is done, they use a special tool to help separate the liquid (which is the Lao Khao) from the solid parts of the rice. After that, the Lao Khao is put into bottles and is ready to be sold and drank.

However, it's important to remember that Lao Khao can be very strong and can make people feel very dizzy or sick if they drink too much of it. So, it's always a good idea to drink it responsibly and to not drink too much at once.
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