Snake vodka: history, review of 5 brands + how to make it yourself

Snake vodka - alcohol originally from Asian countries. Other names: whiskey with a snake, snake wine. The drink is obtained by infusing reptiles with rice vodka or grain alcohol. Can be found in China, Vietnam, Goa and throughout Southeast Asia. Scorpions, lizards, millipedes and frogs are also suitable.

The history of animals in vodka

There is a centuries-old Chinese legend about a girl who had leprosy. The only way to be cured was to get married and pass the disease on to her husband. The girl was not satisfied with this scenario, and during the wedding preparations she ran away to the distillery, where she found rice vodka. In the morning it turned out that she was cured. All thanks to a reptile that used to be in the bottle. This is how the healing properties of the drink were discovered.

Some believe that the Vietnamese were the first to invent wine, others that the Chinese of the Western Zhou era (about 1040-770 BC). е.). э.). Written recipes were found in medical treatises of the third century BC. е.). э. and II century n. е. э. It was believed that alcohol with a snake revitalizes a person.

Review of 5 brands of vodka with a snake

1. Californian King Snake whiskey, 37%

   It is based on a real California king snake grown on a farm, ginseng root and other herbs. Aged for several months, which gives it a special taste and aroma. In South Asia, it is believed to have aphrodisiac properties, but not everyone is inclined to believe it.

2. Cobra & Grass Snake Whiskey, 37% alcohol content

   Infused for several months with farm-grown common cobra, ginseng root and seeds. Used to treat back and muscle pain. Spicy rice vodka gives off fish.

3. Miniature Snake Whiskey Whiskey Infusion, 50%

   The main ingredients are Laotian rice whiskey, a small non-poisonous snake and herbs. Aging lasts for several months. Attributed to medicinal properties.

4. Real Cobra Snake & Scorpion Whiskey, 37%

   The composition includes cobra, black scorpion, ginseng root and seeds. Aging takes several months. Very burning. Reminiscent of rye whiskey.

5. Vine Snake Infused Whiskey, 37%

   Grain whiskey is infused with farm-grown grape snake, ginseng, and Thai red pepper. The taste is sharp, gives off ginseng and galangal.

How to make vodka with a snake

There are two main methods:

1. A live snake is placed upside down in a glass container. Completely fill it with alcohol, seal it with a porous cork or lid with holes so that the reptile can breathe for a while. After two months, the oxygen is cut off and the bottle is left for another year, sometimes for several years.

2. The reptile is decapitated, bile, blood and venom are extracted, and then placed in a glass. Pour alcohol-containing liquid into it, mix and drink immediately. Sometimes a heart, liver, or gallbladder is offered for the drink.

Vietnamese pharmacies can put on a show when it comes to making it. The buyer is presented with a bottle with a snake that has not yet died (they are resilient and at first just fall into a coma). When it is opened, the reptile tries to escape, opens its mouth to take a breath, but immediately a live scorpion is launched there. The container is closed again and handed to the consumer. However, the animal must be left to alcoholize for at least six months to neutralize the poison.

How to make vodka with snake at home

Snake can be found in stores that specialize in medicine from the East. You will need dried. The finished drink can be drunk up to 50 ml per day.

Ingredients

1. Snake - 2, 3 pieces (depends on the size)

2. Vodka/alcohol - 0.5 liters

The method of production

1. Grind the reptiles to a powdered state. A blender or coffee grinder will help. You can also leave one intact by placing it in a bottle for a decorative effect.

2. Pour into a bottle, fill with alcohol.

3. Close the container well, leave it at room temperature in a dark place for up to two weeks.

4. If the alcohol evaporates, add to the original state.

5. Strain before use.

Update: 13.05.2020

Category: Vodka an Moonshine