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Drink in Ghana
Drink in Ghana
Drinking water from the tap is not generally considered to be safe, so choices include plastic bottled water (eg. Voltic, 1.5l, appx. GHC 1.00), boiled or filtered tap water, and "pure water" sachets. These sachets are filtered and come in 500 ml. portions. Many foreigners prefer bottled water.
At least one study has suggested bottled water to be the safest choice.
Although "pure water" sachets are more easily accessible, 2.3% of sachets tested were found to contain fecal bacteria. If you want to play it safe, stick with carbonated beverages or bottled water.
In Accra's expat visited bars, a beer will cost between GH₵2.00 and GH₵3.00. Fruit juices GH₵1.50, water GH₵1.00 to GH₵1.50. Star and Club are two of the more popular beers served. For a more interesting and rewarding experience, visit a "spot," a bar signified by the blue and white stripes on the outside of the building. They are cheaper and you will undoubtedly be able to meet some local Ghanaians as well as hear the newest hip-life songs.
A soft drink such as Coke, Fanta, 7UP (called "minerals" by locals) are widely available for GH₵0.50.
Be aware that the bottles that minerals or beer is served to you in are owned by the bottling company-if you do not return it to the seller, they stand to lose GH₵0.50 cedis--more than you most likely paid for the drink. If you are not going to consume the drink at the "spot" or at the roadside stand, make sure you let the seller know. Often, you will be asked for a deposit which will be returned upon the return of the bottle.
Ryan's Irish pub is a popular bar situated on the Oxford street in Osu.
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