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Żubrówka | Local Spirit From Poland, Central Europe | TasteAtlas

Żubrówka

(Bison Vodka, Bison Grass Vodka)

Żubrówka is a Polish vodka flavored with bison grass (Hierochloe odorata), and each bottle contains a blade of bison grass. The original recipe for this vodka allegedly dates to the 14th century, but commercial production started in 1928.


It is made from a rye base and bison grass picked at the height of summer. Żubrówka is clear and has a slight green tinge. It is rounded and refreshing with subtle herbal and earthy notes and a touch of spice. The finish is soft and mellow with lingering herbal and vanilla-like nuances.


Bison grass is picked in Białowieża Forest in Northern Poland. The plant has been used for various medicinal and ritual purposes, and the forest is a place where bison (buffalo) freely roam, hence the name. Żubrówka is produced by Polmos Bialystok Distillery.


The brand also produces standard, non-flavored vodka. Żubrówka is best served ice-cold. It is traditionally enjoyed neat or on the rocks, and it is sometimes mixed with apple juice to make tatanka/szarlotka cocktail. Żubrówka is the third best-selling vodka in the world. 

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Szarlotka

Szarlotka (or Tatanka) is a Polish cocktail that combines apple juice and Żubrówka, popular Polish vodka flavored with bison grass. The ratio ... Read more

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