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Most bars, pubs and clubs: What to expect on the menus in bars, pubs & clubs

Estonia has become famous due to the quality of our beer. The most popular beer in Estonia is Saku Originaal. Saku also makes a fine dark porter, called Saku Tume, and also a very good, much lighter-tasting beer called Saku on Ice; some say it’s reminiscent of Miller Light. Tartu-brand beers are also good - Tartu Alexander and A.Le Coq-series are especially highly regarded.
Many say the best locally-produced vodka is Viru Valge. The Estonia-bottled Georgian brandy, called Gremi, is also a favorite. Saare Džinn, a gin flavored with berries from the Estonian islands, is also popular, although the majortiy of strong spirits are still foreign.
Estonia’s national liqueur is the uniquely flavored Vana Tallinn. Detractors say it tastes a bit like cough syrup, but others swear by it; taking it with beer or coffee softens the kick a bit; there’s also an nice ice cream made with Vana Tallinn. And one of my own favourite coctails is Vana Tallinn with milk - a truly 'girly' drink :)
Because Estonia has no big wine industry to protect, there are virtually no restrictions on wine imports. This means the choice of international wines here is outstanding. The few locally-made wines, like the Põltsamaa brand, tend to be on the sweet side. Põltsamaa now also makes a sweet sparkling wine Fest.
As for bar snacks, many establishments serve run-of-the-mill peanuts and chips. But the quintessential Estonian bar snack has to be 'soolaoad', or salted beans, served usually with sour cream. Dried, salted fish—complete with eyes, fins and tails—are also served at many local bars. another typical snack is garlic bread with a dressing on the side, served in most bars and pubs.

Favorite Dish: Definately try the galic breads - rye bread fried with garlic and accompanied by some dressing. Also the salted beans are worth a try. And you cannot come to Estonia and not try the Saku beers!!!!

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