Rakia
TypeSpirits
OriginBalkans
About Rakia
Fruit brandy from Southeast Europe, the national drink of multiple Balkan countries. Made from plums, grapes, apricots, or pears. Slivovitz plum rakia is the most famous variant. Typically 40-60% ABV. Served at every social occasion from weddings to funerals. Over 15,000 registered producers in Serbia alone.
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