Balsam (drink)

Balsam is a variety of traditional Eastern and Northeastern European herbal, high alcohol content (40-45%) liqueurs originally used for medicinal purposes.[1]

Riga Black Balsam

Examples

See also
  • Bitters – Type of alcoholic preparation flavored with botanical matter
  • Flavored liquor – Alcoholic beverage with added flavoring and, in some cases, a small amount of added sugar
  • Apéritif and digestif – Alcoholic drink normally served before or after a meal
  • Balsam – The resinous exudate which forms on certain kinds of trees and shrubs

References
  1. Бальзамы. Как пить бальзам. Производство, виды, история бальзама.


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