Russian Beverages

Vodka is a distillate that is mainly produced from fermented grains or potatoes, and even though many purists disagree, fruit or molasses can also be used. The base material can be distilled many times, and each distillation produces stro... READ MORE

Kvass is an ancient, traditional Russian beverage made from buckwheat meal, wheat, rye, rye bread, or barley, but it can be made from any ingredient that can be fermented. It has a relatively low alcoholic content (from 0,7-2.0 %) as a re... READ MORE

Often dubbed as Russian moonshine, samogon is a potent drink that can be distilled from virtually anything, but the most common base ingredients include grains, corn, beets, sugar, potatoes, bread, or various fruits. The name of this cent... READ MORE

Sbiten is a traditional hot beverage made from honey, water, jam, and various spices. It dates back to the 12th century, when it was made in copper samovars by sbiten makers who sold it on street corners. The name sbiten is derived from the Russia... READ MORE

Yorsh is a popular Russian mixed beverage made with a combination of beer and vodka. The ratio of ingredients may vary depending on personal preferences. After the ingredients have been combined, it is recommended to drink the cocktail qu... READ MORE

Coffee Raf is a coffee-based beverage that originated in the Coffee Bean shop in Moscow. The drink consists of an espresso shot, cream, and usually a combination of plain and vanilla sugar. Unlike similar coffee varieties, the ingredients... READ MORE

Kalmyk tea or chai is a creamy tea made with pressed green or black tea, usually brewed with butter, milk, and salt. The variations include nutmeg and sometimes other spices such as peppercorns. This tea is mainly made with pressed green ... READ MORE

Russian Caravan is a tea blend that is typically made with Chinese oolong and black teas. The blends may vary, but it mostly consists of at least two tea types, while the most common combinations include Keemun black tea, the smoky Lapsan... READ MORE

Kaffeost, also known as "coffee cheese," is a traditional coffee beverage from the northern regions of Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Russia, particularly in Lapland. What makes it unique is that coffee is mixed with cheese, which is cut into cubes ... READ MORE