Palincă

Experience the heart of Eastern European tradition with Palincă, a rich fruit brandy crafted from fermented plums, apples, or pears. Perfect for celebrating special occasions or enjoying a cozy evening with friends.

• 2 kg fermented fruit (plums, apples, or pears)
• 1 liter water
• 1 kg sugar
• 1 package yeast
• 1 barrel distillation equipment
• to taste oak chips

Method

1. 1

   Collect fully ripe and fermented fruit, preferably plums, apples, or pears.

2. 2

   Wash the fermented fruit and place it in a large fermentation vessel.

3. 3

   Add water to the vessel to cover the fruits completely.

4. 4

   If desired, add sugar and yeast to the mixture to enhance fermentation.

5. 5

   Cover the vessel and let it ferment for about 2-3 weeks, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   After fermentation, distill the liquid using distillation equipment to extract the Palincă.

7. 7

   Age the Palincă with oak chips for a few months to enhance flavor.

8. 8

   Bottle the Palincă and enjoy it responsibly as a traditional Romanian spirit.