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Horilka z pertsem

vodka infused with chilli and honey, drunk as a warming shot

Ukraine Wine & spirit

Your guide, Chef Baku
Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

Chilli and honey are steeped in horilka; the pepper vodka is a household and bar standard, drunk with salo and black bread.

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What is Horilka z pertsem?

Horilka z pertsem is a wine & spirit from Ukraine: vodka infused with chilli and honey, drunk as a warming shot. Chilli and honey are steeped in horilka; the pepper vodka is a household and bar standard, drunk with salo and black bread.

Made with

wheatchilihoney

Cooked

distilled

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