Riga Black Balsam
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Riga Black Balsam is a traditional Latvian balsam often considered to be the national drink of Latvia. According to tradition, only the Head Liquor Master and two of his apprentices know the exact recipe. Wikipedia
Alcohol by volume: 45% (classic), 43% (XO), 40% (Coffee), 30% (Black Currant and Cherry)
Colour: Dark brown (classic), dark purple (Black Currant) or dark red (Cherry)
Flavour: A combination of birch, lime, ginger, cocoa, liquorice baking spices and berries
Proof (US): 60°–90°