KOTOR VAROŠ TO HOST FIRST RAKIJA FESTIVAL IN THE VRBANJA VALLEY

The Tourist Organization of the Municipality of Kotor Varoš, in cooperation with the Association of Fruit Producers and under the patronage of the local government, will host the First Rakija Festival titled “Through the Vrbanja Valley” on July 9.

The festival aims to support and promote local production while also connecting rakija producers with potential buyers and enthusiasts of this traditional spirit.

The event will take place at 7:00 PM on the newly renovated city promenade, where visitors will be able to enjoy free tastings of high-quality, authentic rakija varieties from Kotor Varoš, nearby municipalities, and the wider region.

Nemanja Knežević, Director of the Tourist Organization of Kotor Varoš, stated that the deadline for submitting samples has passed.

"Exhibitors will showcase their best rakija varieties, including šljivovica (plum brandy), viljamovka (pear brandy), quince rakija, and other specialties – many of which have already won awards at national and international fairs," Knežević added.

This unique event provides a chance for rakija lovers to explore a wide range of flavors and aromas of traditional domestic products and learn more about heritage-rich production techniques passed down through generations.

“Don’t miss this special opportunity to enjoy premium local rakija and support our producers. The goal is not to compete, but to share experiences and learn from one another,” Knežević concluded.