{"product_id":"zaric-kraljica-plum-brandy-sljivovica-2l-magnum","title":"Zarić Kraljica Plum Brandy Šljivovica – 2L Magnum","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Queen of Serbian Plum Rakija\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZarić Kraljica 7 YO Magnum takes one of Serbia's celebrated aged plum rakijas and presents it in an impressive 2-litre bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Traditional Serbian Plum Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Kraljica are three indigenous plum varieties: Požegača, Crvena Ranka and Trnovača.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeven Years in Oak\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtended oak ageing gives Zarić Kraljica its beautiful golden-amber colour and distinctive mature character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDestilerija Zarić – A Legacy of Serbian Distilling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Kosjerić, western Serbia, Destilerija Zarić continues the tradition of the historic Povlen Distillery, whose roots date back to 1946.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zarić family revitalised the distillery, combining modern production technology with the region's longstanding fruit-growing and rakija-making heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, its range includes some of Serbia's recognised fruit spirits, with Kraljica standing among its signature aged expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quality of Kraljica has been recognised internationally, including gold medals at Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles in 2018 and 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Magnum Made for Special Occasions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 2 litres, this is far more than an everyday bottle of rakija.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Destilerija Zarić\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpirit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plum Rakija \/ Šljivovica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpression:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kraljica 7 YO Magnum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kraljica – “Queen”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum Varieties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Požegača, Crvena Ranka and Trnovača\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double Distilled \/ Prepečenica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 Years in Oak Barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Golden Amber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 42% Vol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 Litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kosjerić, Western Serbia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct of Serbia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Podrum Food \u0026 Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67655134314813,"sku":null,"price":319.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7473\/0301\/files\/ZaricKraljicaMagum.png?v=1791501066","url":"https:\/\/podrum.com.au\/products\/zaric-kraljica-plum-brandy-sljivovica-2l-magnum","provider":"Podrum Food \u0026 Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}