Rakija is like the Balkan spirited answer to the world’s love for diversity in a glass and the Balkan is home to many different types of rakija. But why so many Rakija varieties, you ask? Well, if you ask a Balkan person, they would tell you that you can make rakija from any fruit you …
Local Drinks
From the sun-kissed vineyards of Croatia to the rolling hills of Serbia, rakija is an irreplaceable part of Balkan cuisines and traditions. It’s the drink that has mastered the fine art of showing up, in the right place at the right time, and a unique ability to turn enemies into friends with its fiery punch. …
If you follow our blog, you know that we have focused heavily on Balkan food and recipes in the past, especially on Serbian recipes and in this article, we’re doing a bit different approach and covering some Serbian drinks that you can use to wash down all that tasty Serbian food. From the bubbling pots …
If you’re a fan of under-the-rada, slightly weird, fermented beverages but with a rich cultural heritage, you’ll probably like this read about bozo, one of the most popular drinks originating from the Ottoman Empire. Known for its thick and creamy texture, tangy flavor, and mildly fermented touch, boza is a drink popular anywhere between Central …
If you’re into exotic drinks, India might have a few sweet surprises for you but none sweeter than lassi. Lassi is a dairy-based milk with history that dates back 3,000 years ago and is a very important part of local culture. In this post, we’ll share the traditional lassi recipe and teach you everything there …
If you enjoy exotic, non-alcoholic beverages, you’ll surely enjoy learning about kompot. A fruit-based drink popular in many Slavic countries, kompot was one of the most popular drinks in the former Eastern Bloc. Today, with many sodas and different kinds of juice, its popularity may be declining but kompot will always have a significant place in …
If you’re a fan of exotic fruits and fresh drinks prepared from exotic fruits, you’ll probably be interested in our naranjilla juice recipe or lulada. In this post, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about this popular Colombian drink, including its origins, variations, and how to prepare delicious naranjilla juice at your home …
If you like discovering new exotic, refreshing drinks that seem unusual but are actually quite tasty and healthy, this post is for you. In this post, we’ll introduce you to our traditional ayran recipe and teach you everything you need to know about this tasty and refreshing Turkish drink and its benefits. What is Ayran? …