Palinke has a long history of over 500 years in Hungary. To be authentic, it must have at least 37.5% alcohol. In addition to apricot, plums, cherries and pears are also common. It is recommended to be melly because it has a rather sweet taste that covers the acne. The locals call it a barack pancake. In history, they were used more in a healing way, as they believed it was excellent digest