Bonche - Cognac

In the East, barberry leaves were compared with sea shells - "berberi", hence the name of this marvelous beauty of the plant. Barberry was valued by the inhabitants of Ancient Egypt and the Himalayas, northern and Arab peoples for its incomparable taste and medicinal qualities. He was considered a symbol of purity and spiritual beauty. And its cleansing properties were used by healers of all countries. Barberry is very valuable in cooking. Marshmallows, marmalades and jellies, tinctures and liqueurs are made from it. It is very common in the East, the countries of the Caucasus. Barberry is added to many oriental dishes to give them a subtle, refined sourness. They are seasoned with hot dishes with meat, and also combined with sweet desserts - chocolate, pastries and ice cream. Barberry is called a candy plant, associated with the well-known caramel, very similar in taste to a fresh ruby ​​berry.