RESTAURANTS
NATIONAL CUISINE
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Discover the Unique World of Armenian Beer
While Armenia is best known for its brandy and wine culture, the country is also home to a growing craft beer market, with a range of unique and traditional brews that are worth exploring for tourists.
Beer has been produced in Armenia since ancient times. In the 5th century BC, after arriving at a village in Ancient Armenia, Greek philosopher, theologian and poet, Xenophon wrote in the Anabasis about wine and beer making traditions in Armenia. He particularly described: "There were stored wheat, barley, vegetables, and barley wine in the craters (clay pots). In upper level of vessels with the edges in the drink floated barley, and there was stuck a reed, large and small sizes and who wanted to drink, had to take a reed in his mouth and pull it through the sugarcane. Not mixed with water, the wine and the beer was very strong, but for local people it was a very pleasant drink".
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Fruit compote: a sweet and refreshing taste of tradition
Fruit compote is a refreshing and delicious drink that has been enjoyed for generations by Armenians. This sweet beverage is made from a variety of fruits, including apricots, cherries, plums, and peaches.
The tradition of making fruit compote in Armenia dates back centuries, with many families having their own special recipes and methods. In the past, fruit compote was a way to preserve the abundance of fresh fruit that was harvested during the summer months, allowing families to enjoy its sweetness all year round.
Today, Armenian fruit compote is still made using traditional methods, with fresh fruit being cooked slowly with sugar and water until it becomes a thick and syrupy drink. The resulting beverage is rich in flavor and aroma, with a balance of sweetness and tartness that is perfect for quenching thirst on hot summer days. Compote can be drunk both hot and cold.
