Rakia drink (Rakya) is a fruit or grape-based spirit embodied in the everyday life of many Balkan countries. From birth to death, rakia is continuously present throughout significant life moments. It is not unusual to incorporate the beverage in different rituals or events: […]
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A question many people not familiar with Rakia might find themselves asking. Where does the Rakia originate from, and is it even worth trying? The second question doesn’t apply to you if you are from Central or Eastern Europe. In all seriousness, this
The soju distillation or if I can say choosing the distillation method used determines the type of soju being produced, which can be vastly different in taste, alcohol strength, and quality.
Korean soju is often compared to vodka or shōchū; it is a clear, low-alcohol spirit, similar to vodka but sweeter, with an average ABV between 15-45 percent. It is Korea’s national drink and the number one selling by volume, distilled spirit; its origins
The quest for the perfect gin and tonic, the perfect cocktail, taste, or recipe can be compared to the search for the philosopher’s stone (an elusive or imaginary key of metal transmutation), but this time applied to the purely subjective conscious interpretation of
Flavour and its impact on our daily lives, psychology, and decision-making are often overlooked factors. In everyday life, we spend more time thinking about satisfying our physiological needs for food and drink and less time understanding how the flavour works and its effect
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The post on coffee flavours and temperature influence is not about how to drink coffee or tea. It is more about getting out of your comfort zone, experiencing and enjoying the coffee’s perceived flavour nuances, or any drink, for that matter, served at
Geographical indication protection is a sign used on products with a specific geographical origin and possesses qualities or a reputation due to that origin. A sign must identify a product originating in a given place to function as a GI. Sometimes, Geographic Indications
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Nonalcoholic cocktails are usually not associated with before- and after-dinner drinks. An apéritif is an alcoholic beverage traditionally served before a meal to stimulate the appetite. It originates from the Latin verb aperire, which means to open. The purpose of the aperitif is to
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