Is Slivovitz the Same as Plum Brandy?

Slivovitz is a type of high-proof plum brandy that was popular with Jewish grandfathers because it's not only kosher, but since it contains no grain, it's also kosher-for-Passover (which is, like, extra kosher.) ... They're almost always 80 proof or more, but the fruit flavoring isn't there to mask the alcohol.

Is slivovitz a type of brandy?

Slivovitz is a traditional Plum Brandy, popular throughout Europe. Croatia produces some of the best examples of this product, and Maraska have continued this tradition here. With a natural plum aroma and taste, this is ...

Is slivovitz the same as Palinka?

In Serbia it is known as Slivovitz, made from plums, and is that country's national drink. In Hungary and parts of Austria it is known as Palinka and the first records of its consumption date from 1332. ... In Virginia most ABC stores carry the kosher Maraska Slivovitz Old Plum Brandy made in the historic city of Zadar.