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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Brandy and Rakija – anything in common?
Ever heard of rakija or rakia? Or arak? Or grappa? Or mastika? Or slivovitz? Or brandy? Some say rakia is derived from Arabic araq or arak, meaning wine. It was used in the Middle East for all sorts of spirits destilled from grapes and wine. Turkish conquering of the Balkans brought new … [Read more...]
