Guwahati: The Scotland of East, Meghalaya offers more than breathtaking landscapes and scenic hill stations. The state is also home to a growing number of local brands that showcase its rich culture, indigenous produce and creative traditions.
Whether it is a speciality coffee, an artisanal food product or a sustainable clothing or handcrafted accessories , these locally owned enterprises provide travellers with a chance to bring a taste of Meghalaya back home with them.
Smoky Falls Tribe Coffee is a family owned Khasi coffee, cultivated from handpicked Arabica-Robusta micro-lot coffee from the women farmers of Cherrapunji and Shillong.
Kynjai Winery is a homegrown Meghalaya winery producing locally crafted fruit wines inspired by the region’s hills.
Seven Cherri Accessories is a woman-led business from Tura, which makes accessories by hand, including unique chokers that are inspired by the indigenous artistry.
Kiniho Clothing has merged the world of today's fashion with the long and rich history of eri silk in Meghalaya with sustainable, handcrafted clothes.
Meghyra brings forest honey, Lakadong turmeric and indigenous spices sourced from local communities to consumers.
Pecindhah K Sangma is the founder of Asame Wine, which has the ability to make wines from the traditional recipes and using the local ingredients from Garo Hills.
Na Kper showcases Meghalaya’s native produce, including Lakadong turmeric, ginger powder and traditional white sticky rice. Meanwhile, Cherrapunji Craft Gin offers a distinctive spirit distilled using rainwater from Cherrapunji.
For tourist, these brands offer meaningful alternatives to conventional souvenirs while supporting local communities and preserving Meghalaya’s unique traditions.