01st Jun 2003
Zwack Unicum
For 200+ years, Unicum has been the drink of choice for Hungarians, just further evidence what a peculiar race they are. A concoction of some 40 herbs and spices, it is an aperitif in the family known as “bitters,” something Americans generally don’t drink. Think of it as Jagermeister for real men. Tar black in color, syrupy in consistency, with a flavor akin to hairspray and a buzz more like a controlled substance than your average booze, I love the stuff.
I do know of a liquor store on 2nd Ave around 83rd that carries the stuff, but now my buddy and fellow Unicum lover Ken Pasternak sends word of Unicum’s U.S. distributor, Crillon Importers, with retail locations all around the U.S., including nearly a dozen in Manhattan, where the stuff allegedly can be found. I assure you, you’ve never had anything quite like it, hence the name: Unicum.
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Hello,
I’ve just found your page about Unicum. It’s exactly what I was looking for. I wonder if you’d mind if I linked to your site from mine (where I’d like to add some links with entertaining bits about the peculiar Hungarians).
Regards,
Andrea
Andrea,
By all means, be my guest. Good luck, meanwhile, with your new venture, Hungarian Spice. Looks interesting. I definitely think that sexy women could be a major export opportunity for Hungary, as lord knows they’re the country’s greatest resource.
Hi there, I see you have knowledge of Unicum, and where to find it, do you know of any places in New Jersey that may carry it, I looked on carillions site, and saw no mention of it?
Thanks
Rich