"Artsakh mulberry": reviews about the drink

Tutovka or mulberry vodka is a drink with more than a thousand-year history. Until now, no one knows the exact date of the appearance of this alcohol and the more so no one knows the true recipe laid in the basis of alcohol. And all due to the fact that even today a large part of the Armenian population carefully keeps their unique family recipes for mulberry vodka with inimitable taste. "Artsakh mulberry" is the only one of its kind, sustained and strong alcoholic beverage, which has a delicate aroma and soft exclusive taste. Crystal clear water for vodka is taken from mountain springs, and for the preparation of the drink itself, berries of mulberries or mulberries are used. "Artsakh" is considered part of the original national culture of Armenia.

Features of the Armenian product

Experts in the alcohol business believe that this drink was first introduced in the territory of the Artsakh region of the Caucasus region. The product was developed on a par with wines. But in this area produce wine products for an amateur. But they love and respect the tutu from the very moment when it appeared.

The features of the vodka "Artsakh mulberry" include its multifaceted taste and strength, which is 40-75 percent. In the aroma of the drink, chords of mulberry berries, a full palette of herbs and woody notes are felt. To penetrate the philosophy of "Artsakh", it is enough to make just one sip of this drink.

"Artsakh mulberry" is quite strong alcohol. Depending on the method of production and the type of beverage, its strength can reach 75 percent. The softness and luxurious aroma of vodka go only to its advantage, making it not only pleasant to the taste, but absolutely not heavy.

Produce the product using a method that resembles a work of brandy. But the features of the raw materials used and a number of other nuances make the mulberry unique and unique in its kind. To create a product, use mulberry berries. These fruits differ not only strongly pronounced flavor range, but also an abundance of vitamins. Caucasians therefore often spoil themselves with such vodka as a disease prevention and use it as a healing elixir.

Making a drink

Fruits of mulberry are drupes, in the manner of blackberries or raspberries. They can have a purple, red or white color. It all depends on the type of tree. The use of certain fruits directly affects the taste of the finished drink. For example, the most sweet are the white mulberry berries.

To produce "Mutton of Artsakh", the harvest of mulberry is collected in mid-June. It is then that the fruits reach their greatest sweetness. Collapsed from the tree berries pass through the juicer. Then the fermentation period passes. At the same time, neither yeast nor sugar is added to the mulberry juice, which makes the drink 100% natural. Distillation is the last stage of production. It is very similar to making tequila, calvados and brandy.

The strength of the obtained alcohol reaches 70%. It is poured into barrels made of mulberry tree and kept for one to three years. Before pouring the stationary drink into bottles, it is blended with water, which makes it possible to make the taste of vodka softer and the strength smaller. After completion of the blending, the product is cooled and kept for another three months in the cellar. Then the vodka is subjected to final purification and bottled.

"Golden Artsakh"

One of the varieties of this drink is "Artsakh Tutovy Gold". This sort of vodka is distinguished by a rich tint of red gold with an amber, warm tone. "Golden Artsakh" has a noble, complex taste, in which the notes of dry pear, fragrant pepper, turmeric and buckwheat honey slip. A long aftertaste fascinates the warm chords of freshly baked bread and ginger.

Even the most exhausted traveler will be filled with energy and vivacity, making only a few sips of this drink. Gold grade of vodka is maintained for three years, and it reaches a fortress of 57 percent. They drink such vodka with ice or in pure form.

The drink was introduced to the Russian market for the first time in 1999. And at the same time at the authoritative exhibition "Prodexpo 1999" he received the Gold Medal. After a while vodka was recognized outside of our country.

Silver Vodka

"Artsakh Mulberry Silver" has 45% of the fortress and one year of aging. Produce the product using the classical technology, which is used throughout the world for the production of berry brandy. But the specificity of the raw materials used causes the use of local traditional methods at the preparatory stage.

Due to the fact that the product is kept in mulberry barrels, "Silver Artsakh" acquires a transparent, light-gold color with a pale tone. Expressive and very active bouquet consists of plum, white mulberry and lily. In the end, the microtexture of a freshly saw tree is sensed with a vaguely perceptible smoky note.

It is best to use "Mulberry Silver Artsakh" with meat dishes and fish.

Platinum Artsakh

The real symbol of prestige is "Artsakh Tutovaya Platinum", which is aged in barrels for at least five years. The strength of the final product reaches 51%.

The aroma of platinum is revealed gradually and slowly, showing the chords of vanilla, smoked products and caramel. Thanks to this mix of "Platinum" flavors, mulberry vodka is perfectly combined with dishes of oriental and Japanese cuisine.

The drink has a beautiful yellow-orange color with a green overflow, which expresses the nobility of this variety of vodka. To use the best of the tutu is not chilled, but when it reaches room temperature.

Odes about mulberry

"Artsakh mulberry" reviews from consumers are mostly good. Some people emphasize that it is incredibly useful for the stomach product, while others like the softness with which he drinks.

But everyone who drank this drink says of his rather strong fortress. However, as the gourmets say, it goes only to the benefit of vodka and does not interfere with its use. Consumers love it and choose it almost always when they are in the company of friends and enjoy delicious dishes.