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THE CORRECT ANSWER: Kvas

Kvas is a traditional fermented drink very popular in Russia, Ukraine and several Eastern European countries. Made from the natural fermentation of stale or toasted rye bread, water, herbs and sometimes fruit, it has a very low alcohol content, usually less than half a degree. Very refreshing, Kvas is distinguished by its amber colour and slightly tangy taste reminiscent of malted bread. Historically, during the Soviet period and still today in summer, this drink was sold directly on the street by means of large rolling yellow tanks called bochka. Beyond its role as a national thirst-quenching drink, Kvas also serves as a liquid base to prepare Okrochka, a famous summer cold soup with crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs and cooked meat.