R. Jelinek Kosher Slivovitz 5 Year Plum Brandy

Detailed Description

Slivovitz can also be kosher. RUDOLF Jelinek offers this rarity, which combines stringent rules and Wallachian tradition, and is brought in a five year-old aged form. A combination of traditional production processes, along with supervision by representatives of the American Orthodox Union together with five years of aging is a sure guarantee of the highest quality. This clear distillate with a sweetish almond aroma from the pits and a delicate, fruity flavour, is prepared by Vizovice master distillers using the latest technology, under the supervision of representatives of the Jewish organization which awards the kosher cert

R. Jelinek Kosher Slivovitz 5 Year Plum Brandy Tasting Notes

Nose: Notes of spices.

Palate:  Slightly almond taste on palate.

Finish: Smooth finish.

Distillery Information

The Czech Republic is not only the land of beer. In East Moravia, there are other alcoholic beverage with a centuries-long tradition: fruit brandies, especially those made with plums. The most famous fruit distillery is that of Rudolf Jelínek in Vizovice, which has roots dating back to the 16th century, though the company was not officially founded until 1894. Today, the distillery is one of the largest producers of distilled fruit beverages in the Czech Republic, and they make such specialty products as kosher plum brandy, and raspberry, serviceberry, or red rowanberry liquor.