Vodka "Black Death" is probably remembered by many residents of Russia, whose youth fell on the nineties. This drink, despite its frightening name and rather gloomy packaging design, was quite common.
Today, there is no need to talk about any mass character, but Black Death vodka can still be bought at some foreign auctions, in Duty free stores or in online stores that supply imported alcohol.
Origin
This drink is made by Richmond Distillers, located in the UK. In post-perestroika Russia and some other CIS countries, Black Death vodka in a 0.33 liter can was sold literally in any stall. In those days, the legislation was not too harsh, and therefore many people got acquainted with this drink in their youth (now, of course, they don’t sell alcohol to minors). For some, "Black Death" was the very first alcoholic drink. The terrible label did not scare away, but on the contrary - attracted and attracted young rebels.
Despite its foreign origin, the jar didn’t cost that much. The people were attracted by an unusual container - a tin can, which could easily be hidden under clothes. True, a little later, the manufacturer released a product that was more familiar to the Russian consumer - Black Death vodka in a bottle.
Taste Features
Experts say that the drink has a pronounced sweet taste with sharp notes. Vodka has a fortress of 40 ° , but does not have a striking aroma of ethanol. According to the sommelier, this drink is well suited for cocktails: pungency goes well with fruit juices, the sweet taste harmonizes with citrus additives, the absence of a pronounced smell of alcohol does not drown out the taste of other components.
True, those who had tried the Black Death vodka in the nineties were hardly interested in such delights. Most often, traditional boiled potatoes with dill, salted herring with onions, and the inviting foreign drinks “Kola” or “Fanta”, which became available, were served with the drink.
In any case, sharing reviews of the "Black Death", users of social networks most often mention such options for the holiday menu.
Liquid Currency 90s
During barter and a total shortage, vodka was not only a drink. Many things were done faster if the supplicant quietly handed the assistant a jar or a bottle of Black Death.
By the way, the company with vodka also sold beer of the same name, as well as cigarettes with a similar design.
Opinion of the people
Today, when supermarket shelves are full of all kinds of goods, Black Death vodka, which has become a rarity, is again a welcome acquisition for many connoisseurs. This is by no means connected with a unique quality, but rather with nostalgia for past students. It is likely that if the manufacturer planned to bring the product to the Russian market again, the idea would be crowned with success.
This can be judged by the many reviews that users leave on social networks. Many claim that they would gladly buy this alcoholic drink, for example, at a meeting of graduates or for gatherings with old friends.