Nalewka

Category
FOOD

Language
POLISH

Nalewka , plural nalewki, is a traditional alcoholic beverage from Poland.[1] Similar to medicinal tinctures,[2]: 108  it is usually 40% to 45% alcohol by volume, though some can be as strong as 75%.[3] Nalewka is created by macerating and / or infusing various ingredients in alcohol, usually vodka or neutral spirits. Among the ingredients often used are fruits, herbs, spices, roots, sugar and honey. The name nalewka is currently[when?] being registered for national appellation within the European Union.[2][4] Unlike ordinary liqueurs, nalewki are usually aged.[4][5] Since nalewka is produced by infusion rather than distillation, the liquid is typically colorful and somewhat opaque. Taste-wise, nalewka is similar to fruit liqueurs such as schnapps or eau-de-vie, but is usually sweeter and typically lacks a strong alcohol taste. <

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