Traditional Drinks
Uzvar
Узвар
Ukraine
Uzvar is a Ukrainian compote brewed from dried apples, pears, plums, cherries, and raisins.
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What it is
A closer look at Uzvar.
Uzvar is a Ukrainian compote brewed from dried apples, pears, plums, cherries, and raisins.
What to look for
Know it when you find it.
Look for rich dried fruit flavor, sweetness balance, clear liquid, fruit selection, and natural sweetness when selecting Uzvar in Ukraine.
Where it belongs
Origins and
traditions.
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