Becherovka [SEP] country of origin
Becherovka
Becherovka (), formerly Karlsbader Becherbitter, is a herbal bitters, often drunk as a digestive aid. It is produced in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic by the Jan Becher company. The brand is owned by Pernod Ricard. It is made from a secret recipe based on more than twenty types of herbs and spices.
Becherovka is often described as having a gingery or cinnamon flavor. Its alcohol content is 38% ABV (76 proof), and it is usually served chilled.
History.
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new factory and is considered as the founder of the company. Speaking approximately, his product was sold under the name of "Becher Carlsbad Bitter Liqueur" from the thirties of the 19th century.
During the first World War, Becherovka was sold in Bohemia, Austria, Germany, Poland, Spain, Italy, Turkey and Egypt. After the end of the alcohol prohibition in the US, Becherovka finally arrived in that country and four years later also to England. Becherovka was one of the most popular export items of Czechoslovakia