Boukha is a national Tunisian spirit produced by fermenting and distilling figs. It has an alcohol strength of 36-40% and is typically served as an aperitif.
How it is made
Boukha is produced through the fermentation and subsequent simple distillation of Tunisian or Turkish figs. The resulting spirit has an alcohol content between 36-40% by volume.
History
The exact origin of Boukha is unknown. Industrial production began in 1880 when Abraham Bokobsa founded the distillery 'La Soukra' near Tunis. He also established the company 'Bokobsa', which remains the main producer of Boukha today.
How it is served
Boukha is consumed neat as an aperitif, served either chilled or at room temperature. It can also be used as a base for some cocktails, mixed with fruit juices, or added to fruit salads to enhance their aroma.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Буха (напиток), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.