In German-speaking countries, Schnaps means a clear fruit brandy. Sweet 'peach schnapps' is an American liqueur, a different thing.
History
German, Austrian and Swiss distillers have made fruit brandy for centuries. Obstler is a fruit schnapps from apples and pears, popular across the Alps. Not to be confused with sweet American 'schnapps', it is a dry spirit.
Why it exists
Fruit orchards are common in Alpine valleys, and the harvest becomes a digestif for hearty meals.
Ingredients
- Apples, pears, plums or cherries
- Water
How it's made
- Fruit is crushed and mashed
- Fermented for 2-3 weeks
- Distilled twice in a copper pot still
- Hearts are collected
- Bottled at 40%
how to enjoy it
Serve & enjoy
Neat after a meal.
For readers of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Ratings & notes
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