The rakija from our cellar won’t just take you back in time; it will
awaken your fondest memories and help you unwind. Choose your
fruit and archive this year for the memories of tomorrow. Until it is
proofed and ready, your spirit can mature right here in our cellar.
Aging conditions can be tailored for either short-term or long-term
periods. For shorter aging, a higher temperature range is used to
accelerate chemical reactions and stabilize the distillate quickly.
For harmonization and aging exceeding two years, more stable
conditions and a lower temperature range are required.
Once aging is complete, it's time to bring the spirit to its perfect
balance. Experts agree that a high alcohol content - above 45% -
can overwhelm the palate and hide the fruit's character.
For the aromas to reach their full expression, the golden standard
is 41% to 43% ABV. Rakija is a noble tradition that rewards those
who take the time to know it. Drink less, but drink the best.
With the right care, your spirit can be transformed into a Čardaklija
Rakija. To achieve this, several elements are essential: exceptional
grapes and fruit quality, a flawlessly managed fermentation,
a slow, meticulous distillation that captures only the 'heart'
of the spirit. Great rakija is never rushed—it is built on patience.
How to Choose Grapes and Manage the Fermentation Process?
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My small stillhouse is at your service
Robert M. L.
Banoštor, Serbia
Let me know if you have any questions
pecara@cardaklija.com
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