Tella or talla (Amharic ጠላ; Oromo: farsoo, Tigrinya: siwa) is a traditional beer from Ethiopia.
Depending on region, wheat, sorghum, or corn may be used; spices can also be added.
[5][3] It may be offered in tella houses (tellabet) or served in the home.
[3] In urban areas, the drink is used on special occasions like holidays or weddings.
[4] Tella was commonly used for kiddush by the Beta Israel (Ethiopian Jews).