Borneo Tuak Festival

17/08/2026

3 days. 100+ tuak varieties. 15,000+ people. 🥂

The Borneo Tuak Festival 2026 brought Kuching to life from 17–19 July! From centuries-old longhouse recipes to bold new brews, thousands gathered at 11 Ridgeway to celebrate Sarawak’s culture through food, music, crafts, and the art of rice fermentation. 🔥

108 Vendors showcasing local food, crafts, and traditional culinary roots.

Generations of Knowledge shared by master brewers alongside young innovators.

Organised by SAGO Group with massive support from the local community.

Because when culture creates opportunities, culture lives on. See you at the next toast! 🥂

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Brimming with flavor, passion, and true Sarawakian pride 📸

Swipe through to see the amazing faces behind the booths at BTF2026! Thank you to all our vendors for keeping us fed, hydrated, and inspired all weekend long. 🥂

Stay tuned for more photos of our amazing vendors this year! 😍🔥

06/08/2026

Take us back to the weekend where the tuak was flowing and the vibes were 10/10! 🥂🔥

BTF photo dump because camera roll is still recovering 📸(Swipe to the end for pure chaos)🔥

Who’s already counting down to BTF 2027?! 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

04/08/2026

Hands-on with the craft.

A look inside the Tuak Making Workshop by Tuak Atelier ! From understanding traditional fermentation to learning the finer details of the brew, everyone walked away with a deeper appreciation (and their own batch) for the art of tuak.

Big thanks to Tuak Atelier for sharing the knowledge and keeping our traditions alive! 🥂

30/07/2026

A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished panel of judges for their sharp palates and invaluable expertise during this year’s Tuak Selection of the Year for Borneo Tuak Festival 2026! 🥂

Evaluating the fine craftsmanship, rich heritage, and unique nuances behind every batch is no small feat. We are deeply grateful for their dedication to elevating our local craft and celebrating the very best in tuak making.

Our Esteemed Selection Panel:

1.Mr. Richard Lau (Wine Lab)

2.Mr. Richard Banter

3.Mr. Granda Aing

4.Ms. Cathrina Tipong Usan

5.Mr. Brian Kai Nasiah

Thank you for setting the bar for excellence and helping us honor our traditions. Oha! Cheers to all! 🔥

30/07/2026

Raising a glass to the best of the best! 🥂Huge congratulations to the Tuak Selection of the Year winners!

Contemporary Category
🏆 Tuak Mami – Misen anak Gobil

Heritage Category
🏆 Tuak Pulut Hitam – Among anak Linggang
🏆 Ai Pengayu by ILVNS – Erwin Levi Timotheaus Mason
🏆 Tuak Smund – Sorvina Hendry & Edmund Kennedy

Honoring tradition, celebrating innovation, and championing the craft. Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai!