Krupnik

Krupnik (Polish, Belarusian) or Krupnikas (Lithuanian) is a traditional sweet alcoholic drink similar to a liqueur, based on grain spirit (usually vodka) and honey, popular in Lithuania and Poland.

In Poland it is grouped in the nalewka category of alcoholic beverages.

The brand of the honey and the ratio of seasonings are key factors which determine the final taste of krupnik.

A mixture of the honey and spices is diluted, boiled and strained before being added to a vodka base.

A specific sort of krupnik which contains more herbs and less honey is brewed by Karaims.