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Riga Black Balsam Tasting

RIGA BLACK BALSAM TASTING Riga Black Balsam is probably the oldest bitter brand in the world, its history of craftsmanship is dating back over 260 years.
The legend says it was created in the 18th century by pharmacist Abraham Kunze in Riga. It became popular after it helped to heal the Russian Empress Catherine the Great when she got sick during her visit in Riga.

The original version of Riga Black Balsam herbal bitter is created by combination of 24 ingredients – herbs, roots, berries, fruit juices, honey, burnt sugar and some very specific ingredients like golden withy, gentian, Peruvian balsamic oil.
Alc. 45% vol