This strong colourless alcohol, similar to brandy is usually made from fermented plum juice. Its history is centuries old. The drink was initially produced by Ashkenazi Jews, as it didn't involve fermenting grains and it could be drunk during the... more

Pelinkovac is one of the most popular drinks across the Balkans. It's bitter and herbal and contains a large number of various spices and fruit. It can be compared to the German speciality – Jägermeister. more

This noble wine, originally from the Kras plateau in Slovenia , is also produced in Italy and in the West Istrian region of Croatia. Teran wine is made from the refošk grapes, grown solely on the fertile soil of terra rossa. This rich red wine is... more

This traditional home-made cherry liqueur is a strong alcoholic drink based on brandy. It is originally produced by filling a large jar with sour cherries, called vişine and pouring alcohol over them, usually ţuică or palinka. After adding... more

Also known as kewra, talai, mudu kekiya or búlgaros this drink came to the Balkan peninsula from the region of Caucasus. It is made from fermented cow, goat or sheep's milk with special kefir grains. The legend has it that kefir was originally made... more

Milk is an important element of Balkan culture and a crucial ingredient of many typical dishes. Similarly to Ayran, it has a specific sour taste due to bacterial fermentation. Traditional buttermilk (kislo mleko) is made from whole milk to... more

Rakija, a strong Slovenian liquor has an intensive yellow colour and bitter taste. This fruit brandy, originally produced from grapes, pears, plums or apricots is an inseparable part of all celebrations and feasts throughout Balkans. It is also... more

Due to the favourable climate conditions, Slovenia is an important wine-growing area, famous for making top quality red and white wines. The viticulture art in Slovenia, was initiated about 2400 years ago by the Celtic and Illyrian tribes and began... more