One of the lesser-known spirit categories is eau-de-vie . Most people will have tried one, and often without realising as various countries’ national drinks are classified as eau-de-vie, such as raki from Turkey and European slivovitz. Here’s our guide to all you need to know, including what iT is and how to enjoy it.
Common types of eau-de-vie include slivovitz, pálinka and Sri Lankan arrack
What is it?
Confusingly, eau-de-vie (French for ‘water of life’) is a term used in French to mean ‘spirit’. But in English-speaking countries, it refers to brandies made with fruit other than grapes. Not all...
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