The History of Vodka. XIV-XX centuries.

«By the decision of the international arbitration of 1982, the USSR undoubtedly secured the priority of creating vodka as a Russian original alcoholic beverage and the exclusive right to advertise it under this name in the global market, as well as the recognition of the main Soviet export-advertising slogan — ""Only vodka from Russia is genuine Russian
vodka!"" (""Only vodka from Russia — the real Russian vodka!"")».

This book by the outstanding historian of Russia and author of numerous cookbooks, William Vasilievich Pokhlebkin, is not about vodka as a source of drunkenness. It is about the history of the emergence of a completely unique drink, characteristic only of Russia, which has influenced and continues to influence the history of the people. A drink that, like champagne, cognac, whiskey, tequila, and many other beverages created in one country or another, — is a treasure of Russian history, a Russian brand, and is directly connected with the history of the country. The book contains many dates, facts, and documents. It is interesting both for its topic and for the conviction that is characteristic of all of V.V. Pokhlebkin's books.