Riga Black Balsam Original from Riga Black Balsam
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The deeply black, herbal Spirit that is the national drink of Latvia. JSC Latvijas Balsams does one thing, and one thing only -- they produce a range of traditional Latvian Spirits called Balsams. Their core, signature Black Balsam is thought to be the oldest botanical bitter Spirit still in production. The original recipe was created in 1752 by Abraham Kunze who lived in Riga, Latvia, at the time. A pharmacist by profession, he compiled a wide range of twenty-four botanicals to craft a therapeutic Digestif or Aperitif. Aside from an interruption during World War II, it has been in content production ever since. Often imitated, never equalled, it is the national Spirit of Latvia. Riga Black Balsam Original is made from twenty-four botanicals that are traditionally used as natural remedies. The list includes Peruvian balsamic oil, birch, peppermint, wormwood, ginger, bitterwort, oak bark, St John's wort, bitter orange zest, nutmeg, black pepper, sweet flag, tilia, bilberries, raspberries, lemon balm, gentia flowers, golden withy (bog myrtle), linden blossoms, and buckbean flowers. The other four are still a mystery. These botanicals are infused in the barrel, then brought to proof at 45% ABV and lightly sweetened with caramelized sugar and honey. It is famous for its deep black hue, ceramic bottles, and singular flavor profile. Smartass Corner: The full recipe is a closely-held secret -- only the Head Liquor Master and his apprentices know the exact formulation. Retailer: 32, 130, 89, 38, 19, 4, 102, 85, 74, 13
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