Jews from Eastern Europe have adopted the slivovitz as their national alcoholic beverage. This factor, supported by huge Eastern European immigration in the 20th century, was crucial to spreading the voice of fruit spirits around the world. Without them plum brandy would be confined to its local … [Read more...]
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Whiskey vs. brandy
Brandy means fruit brandy, in Eastern European manner. Probably the most popular sort is Plum Brandy or Slivovitz(slivovica, šljivovica, etc, from Slavic “šljiva” meaning plum). So, ever wondered should you choose whiskey or fruit brandy? I didn’t. All until I saw my Eastern neighbors not even … [Read more...]
