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Ready to change things up during your next happy hour? Fruit brandy, also known as “ pálinka ” (puh-ling-kuh) in Hungary and “ţuică” (soo-ee-kuh) in Romania, could be a great beverage to try. This potent spirit is a bit stronger than your average cocktail drink, but its beloved array of fruity flavors has cemented it as a cultural classic in central and eastern Europe. We’ve put together a handy guide of everything you need to know about this fruit-flavored drink so you can know where to buy it and how to drink it. Cheers!
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- Homemade palinka is considered some of the best. If you happen to be traveling in Romania, Hungary, or elsewhere in central Europe and someone offers you a glass of their homemade palinka, seize the opportunity!Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexledsom/2019/05/20/romania-and-hungary-push-for-brandy-rights-ahead-of-eu-vote/?sh=e16c8051ea35
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- ↑ https://winedharma.com/en/recipe/palinka-bum-bum-a-new-cocktail-with-romanian-brandy-ratafia-tonic-water-and-nutmeg/
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