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Pečenje rakije u Međimurju (Croatia)
Making plum rakia in Croatia

Rakia is a brandy made from fermented fruit. It is very popular in Serbia and Bulgaria. It can be made from different fruits.

Rakia is а national drink of Turkey but popular in Greece and through out the Balkans to many people.

Overview

Rakia is an alcoholic drink similar to Brandy. Usually, it has 40% of alcohol, but home-made rakia can be stronger and have from 50 to 60%.

The most common form of Rakia is made from plum, but grapes, peaches, apricots, apples, pears, cherries, figs are also used.

Images for kids

  • Rakia, Sofia ( 1070644)

    A glass of rakiya in a restaurant in Sofia, Bulgaria

  • Rakija from Serbia1

    Quince rakija from Serbia in traditional flasks

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Rakia para niños

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