Becherovka

Rubric: What is worth trying in Prague

Becherovka is a strong liquor, whose strength is 38%. Invented by her Czech apothecary of German origin, Josef Vitus Becher in 1807. In Karlovy Vary there is even a museum of Becherovka, and near the shop where you can buy this drink. In Becherovka contains a large number of herbs and roots. Before it could afford only rich people. The drink was used as a gastric drug, and in small doses. After trying tasteful demand began to grow. If in those days Becherovka was of the same species, as I now call Original. Now, when choosing, it will be necessary to think carefully about which one to choose.

Have you tried Becherovka in the Czech Republic? Share your impressions in the comments!