The Queen of Serbian Plum Rakija

Zarić Kraljica 7 YO Magnum takes one of Serbia's celebrated aged plum rakijas and presents it in an impressive 2-litre bottle.

The name Kraljica, meaning “Queen” in Serbian, reflects the distillery's ambition to produce a plum brandy worthy of its royal title. Crafted from indigenous Serbian plum varieties and matured for seven years in oak, Kraljica represents the depth, character and refinement that traditional Šljivovica can achieve.

This special Magnum edition contains the same seven-year-old Kraljica rakija as the standard expression, presented in a considerably larger format designed to make an impression.

Three Traditional Serbian Plum Varieties

At the heart of Kraljica are three indigenous plum varieties: Požegača, Crvena Ranka and Trnovača.

These traditional fruits are associated with the plum-growing region surrounding Kosjerić in western Serbia, where the climate and hillside orchards provide an important foundation for local rakija production.

The selected plums undergo controlled processing and double distillation to create a traditional Serbian prepečenica, before the spirit begins its seven-year maturation in oak barrels.

Seven Years in Oak

Extended oak ageing gives Zarić Kraljica its beautiful golden-amber colour and distinctive mature character.

The aroma combines ripe and dried plums with oak, vanilla and gentle spice. On the palate, expect a rich, rounded expression with harmonious fruit, subtle oak sweetness and a long, elegant finish.

Its balance of fruit and wood makes Kraljica an excellent introduction to premium aged Šljivovica for drinkers accustomed to whisky, cognac or other barrel-matured spirits.

Destilerija Zarić – A Legacy of Serbian Distilling

Located in Kosjerić, western Serbia, Destilerija Zarić continues the tradition of the historic Povlen Distillery, whose roots date back to 1946.

The Zarić family revitalised the distillery, combining modern production technology with the region's longstanding fruit-growing and rakija-making heritage.

Today, its range includes some of Serbia's recognised fruit spirits, with Kraljica standing among its signature aged expressions.

The quality of Kraljica has been recognised internationally, including gold medals at Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles in 2018 and 2019.

A Magnum Made for Special Occasions

At 2 litres, this is far more than an everyday bottle of rakija.

The oversized Magnum presentation makes Zarić Kraljica particularly suited to Slava, weddings, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, Father's Day, gifts for a kum or premium corporate gifting.

Serve slightly chilled alongside traditional Balkan meze, cured meats, cheeses and roasted dishes. Alternatively, enjoy it gently warmed in a brandy glass after a meal to appreciate its mature plum and oak character.

For Australians searching for Zarić Rakija, Kraljica Plum Brandy, Serbian Rakija, Šljivovica, Slivovitz, aged Plum Rakija or premium Rakija gifts, this impressive 2L Magnum offers an outstanding expression of Serbian distilling tradition.

Product Details

Producer: Destilerija Zarić
Spirit: Plum Rakija / Šljivovica
Expression: Kraljica 7 YO Magnum
Meaning: Kraljica – “Queen”
Plum Varieties: Požegača, Crvena Ranka and Trnovača
Distillation: Double Distilled / Prepečenica
Maturation: 7 Years in Oak Barrels
Colour: Golden Amber
Alcohol: 42% Vol.
Bottle Size: 2 Litres
Origin: Kosjerić, Western Serbia
Product of Serbia