Tarkhuna
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Tarkhuna

A vibrant emerald-green tarragon soda originating in Georgia, celebrated for its refreshing herbal flavor and iconic color.

🇬🇪 Georgia, Asia
Also linked to 🇦🇲 ArmeniaAlso linked to 🇷🇺 Russia

Preparation

  1. 1Wash and dry the fresh tarragon, then roughly chop it.
  2. 2Blend the tarragon with the lemon juice and cold water for about 2 minutes.
  3. 3Strain the mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth to remove the solids.
  4. 4Fill a tall glass about one-third full with ice.
  5. 5Add the Jerusalem artichoke syrup (or your preferred sweetener).
  6. 6Pour in 50 ml of the strained tarragon mixture.
  7. 7Top with the sparkling mineral water.
  8. 8Stir gently to combine.
  9. 9Garnish with a lemon slice and a fresh sprig of tarragon if desired.

Historical Background

Tarkhuna was invented in the 1880s by Georgian pharmacist Mitrofan Lagidze in Tbilisi. By combining fresh tarragon with carbonated water, he created one of the Caucasus' most iconic soft drinks. Today Tarkhuna remains popular throughout Georgia, Armenia and much of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union.

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