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Slavonska Šljivovica | Local Plum Brandy From Slavonia and Baranja, Croatia | TasteAtlas

Slavonian plum brandy (Slavonska šljivovica)

(Slavonian plum brandy)

Slavonian plum brandy is the most popular drink in eastern Croatia. It is distilled from locally grown fresh and ripe plums such as Bistrica, which have been cultivated in the region for centuries. This clear drink can range from light yellow to amber in color, depending on whether it is aged in Slavonian oak.


It is characterized by harmonious aromas of plums and a long finish, while its alcohol content may range from 37.5 to 42.5%. Slavonian šljivovica is not merely a drink, it is deeply integrated into Slavonian tradition, and no special event or gathering is complete without a shot of well-chilled šljivovica.


Traditionally, this plum brandy was served in small-sized bottles called čokanjčići.