In terms of alcohol, many Burmese drink strong local moonshine-like drinks made from sugar cane. Myanmar Beer, Mandalay beer, Thai-produced Singha beer, Singapore-produced Tiger beer, cheap local beers, and cheap beers brought in from China are popular in Myanmar. Imported wines, whiskies, beers are expensive.
Myanmar has the effects of the Monsoon in different parts of the country. Temperature varies from 38°C to 19°C; humidity from 82.8% to 66%. The ideal time to visit Myanmar is during the cool season. However, rainfall in Bagan and Mandalay is very low, even in the rainy season.
Because Myanmar has diverse geographical features, favourable seasonal conditions and is naturally endowed with fertile soil and water resources, it boasts an abundant supply of food in a great variety all year around.