EPISODE · Aug 20, 2021 · 16 MIN

Episode 66: Becherovka

from Liquor and Liqueur Connoisseur · host Matt Birchard

Episode 66 features Becherovka, the most famous spirit from the Czech Republic. Bottled in 750ml at 38% ABV, or 76 proof, it retails for $22.Enjoy this episode with some Becherovka neat.Becherovka's official website: https://becherovka.com/enBrief Historical Timeline:1794 -Josef Becher leases a stillhouse in his hometown of Karlovy Vary1805 - English physician Christian Frobrig gifts Josef Becher the recipe to a new liqueur1807 - Becher's English Bitters is first sold1838 - Jan Becher takes over the business, and Becher's English Bitters are first available in Paris1866 - The bespoke bottle is designed1867 - A new factory is constructed, today it's the visitor's center1900 - The brand wins a major award in Paris1907 - Centennial of the brand1922 - The product is first trademarked1948 - The communists nationalize Becher's Carlsbad Bitter liqueur and rename is Becherovka1997 - Becherovka is privatized again, with Pernod-Ricard from France assuming ownership2010 - A new factory is constructedKey Cocktails:Becherovka is usually consumed as a chilled shot or on the rocks, the the signature cocktail, the Beton is popular.Beton:• 1 part Becherovka• 2 parts Tonic Water• Lemon Wedge as GarnishCombine ingredients over ice in a collins or rocks glass and enjoy!References:YouTube Video on the History & Production of BecherovkaYouTube Video on Production of BecherovkaRadio CZ Feature on BecherovkaWikipedia Article on BecherovkaWikipedia Article on Karlovy VaryWeb Article on BecherovkaContact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comJoin my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/Twitter: @LLConnoisseur