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I also have one in my garden. In German it is called "Mispel". I wouldn't call it forgotten although I have to attest that probably only history or plant nerds

I also have one in my garden. In German it is called "Mispel". I wouldn't call it forgotten although I have to attest that probably only history or plant nerds know of it. As we grow a lot of historic varieties of vegetables a "Mispel" was not so unusual for us.

usrusr 6y ago
And living in a region where traditionally all hard liquor is from trees, the Mispel one happens to be my unquestioned favorite, after a good meal at the pub. I'd describe the tiny fruit aroma hint that is usual with fruit liquor as a touch of marzipan that works much better than I'd expect upon hearing this description (I'd definitely not be eager to try something advertised as marzipan liquor). Perhaps it's no coincidence that the article doesn't mention Germany at all, it might ruin the "forgotten" hook. (no you can't walk into a German supermarket and walk out with a bag full of Mispels, it's not that un-forgotten)
- pvaldes 6y ago
  Could deserve a try. How is the recipe?
  - usrusr 6y ago
    Asking the wrong person, I only know how to read the chalkboard that lists the "fruits" available. This is the supplier, basically the "industry giant" amongst the traditional distillers of the region (most others aren't full time occupations I think): https://www.destillerie-haas.com/epages/61827331.mobile/de_DE/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61827331/Products/%22Mispel%20Brand%22/SubProducts/%22Mispel%20Brand-0001%22 https://www.destillerie-haas.com/epages/61827331.mobile/de_D...
- soco 6y ago
  Try in a Turkish shop (in Germany I mean), you'll find them for sure.