{"product_id":"riga-black-balsam-original","title":"Riga Black Balsam Original","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"story-subtitle\"\u003eAbout Riga Black Balsam Original\u003c\/h2\u003e\n                        17 out of the full 24 ingredients are botanicals that include valerian, wormwood, black pepper, and ginger, as well as rarer ingredients such as gentian and Peruvian balsamic oil. These are infused in a mix of spirit and water using their unique single-barrel infusion process, before being blended with the rest of the ingredients that include honey, caramel, and natural juices. They call the signature clay bottle the \"25th secret component\", as the type of bottle has been used traditionally for the liqueur. The initial 6 months spent in the bottle let the flavors and aromas marry, contributing to the rich bittersweet profile of the finished product. The original Riga Black Balsam is bottled at 90 proof and has received over 100 medals and awards through its rich history.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nGrab your bottle today!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"caskers-brand-info\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"story-subtitle\"\u003eAbout Riga Black Balsam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n                                            Riga Black Balsam is a traditional Latvian spirit. The Latvian balsam ― an infused liqueur ― is among the oldest herbal bitters in the world, having been created more than 260 years ago. It was in 1752 that Abraham Kunze, a pharmacist from Riga, Latvia, crafted the recipe, borrowing from balsam recipes of the past. Ever since, tradition has dictated that only the Head Liquor Master and his 2 apprentices know the exact ratios and details. While the recipe was lost during World War II, it was found and restored by former employees soon after and has remained unchanged since.                                        \u003cdiv class=\"brand-link\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caskers.com\/spirits\/?brand_dropdown=3737\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore all Riga Black Balsam bottles \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"caskers-spirit-type-info\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"story-subtitle\"\u003eAbout Liqueur\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis typical aperitif has its origins in 13th century Italy where it was used for medicinal purposes. The liqueur is produced worldwide and can have all sorts of flavor profiles, from fruit, spices, nuts, and even cream, and has a low proof of 15 to 30% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiqueur can be enjoyed in many different fashions, from drinking neat, in cocktails, served with coffee, or even used for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our impressive selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caskers.com\/spirits\/other\/liqueur\/\"\u003eliqueurs\u003c\/a\u003e, choose among the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caskers.com\/spirits\/other\/liqueur\/reviews\"\u003ebest-reviewed liqueurs\u003c\/a\u003e or explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caskers.com\/spirits\/other\/liqueur\/?price=0-50\"\u003ebest liqueurs under $50\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Caskers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51411674267861,"sku":null,"price":39.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/7810\/6581\/files\/riga-black-balsam-original_1.jpg?v=1745567073","url":"https:\/\/www.swiglab.com\/products\/riga-black-balsam-original","provider":"SwigLab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}