General
babash
What does babash mean?
Bootleg, homemade overproof rum distilled illicitly. Also 'babbash'.
"They say the babash from up the hill is dangerous strong."
Origin
Trinidad & Tobago.
Frequently asked questions
What is babash?
It's illegally home-distilled overproof rum — Trinidadian moonshine or bush rum.
Is babash legal?
No, it's distilled illicitly without a licence, which is why it's also called bootleg or bush rum.
Why is babash considered dangerous?
Because it's unregulated and very high-proof, its strength and purity vary wildly from batch to batch.
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