Horilka
The Cossack firewater: horilka — Ukraine's grain (or potato, beet, honey) spirit, kin to vodka and proud of its own name (from 'hority', to burn), often infused with hot peppers (pertsivka) or herbs.
What it is
The Cossack firewater: horilka — Ukraine's grain (or potato, beet, honey) spirit, kin to vodka and proud of its own name (from 'hority', to burn), often infused with hot peppers (pertsivka) or herbs. Origins: distilling spread through Ukrainian lands in the 16th-17th centuries; Cossack taverns (shynky) made horilka the nation's social fuel. Made from: wheat, rye or other farm produce, distilled in pot stills traditionally. How it's made: 1) Ferment the mash. 2) Distil (samohon home distilling is the folk art, now regulated). 3) Infuse with pepper, honey or herbs for the flavoured styles. Served: cold, with salo (cured pork fat), pickles and black bread. Flavor: robust, warming; pertsivka bites back. Strength: 40-50% (home versions higher). Culture: horilka anchors weddings and funerals alike; a bottle on the table is a contract of hospitality. See also: Varenukha, Nemyriv Horilka.
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