The Republic of Tatarstan is famous for its beautiful cities with many attractions. The capital of the republic is Kazan, while Bugulma is the administrative center. This city has a turbulent past, events that have gone down in history took place in it.
Bugulma is the birthplace of the balsam of the same name, a fragrant drink with a lot of medicinal properties. In some way, it has become a hallmark of the Republic of Tatarstan, as tourists often try to buy it as a gift or souvenir. There are quite a few indications for the use of the Bugulma balm, it is used not only for medicinal purposes, but also in cooking. What this drink consists of, how it is used and what indications it has, will be described in this article.
General characteristics
Bugulma balmis a fragrant drink, which includes various herbs, essential oils and roots. The basic basis is high-quality purified alcohol. Thanks to its rich composition, the balm has a rich brown color and a mild spicy taste that leaves a pleasant aftertaste for a long time.
Despite the strength - 40 degrees, it does not burn the mouth and is drunk very easily. The successful combination of numerous components included in the composition allowed this drink to receive an award at the republican competition "The Best Goods of the Republic of Tatarstan". The balm is produced by Tatspirtprom JSC, founded in 1997. Available in dark glass bottles in various dosages - 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml.
Steps of preparing the balm
Preparing this drink requires careful preparation. The main steps are as follows:
- Each individual ingredient of the balm goes through the process of infusion with alcohol.
- Next, each of the components is distilled.
- Depending on the composition, each ingredient is kept for a certain time.
- Then all the ingredients are mixed in strictly allotted proportions.
- At the next stage, the drink is filtered.
- The last step is bottling the drink into dark glass bottles.
The manufacturer is very serious and responsible in the manufacture of its product, therefore, in the indications for the use of the balm "Bugulma" it is indicated that this is both a therapeutic and prophylactic agent.
Composition of the balm
The drink has a unique composition, it includes 24 types of medicinal plants. It contains the following components:
- purified drinking water;
- valerian root;
- ginger root;
- carnation;
- elecampane;
- purified ethyl alcohol;
- seed coriander;
- galangal;
- cinnamon bark;
- birch buds;
- leaves and flowering stems of sweet clover;
- flowering stems of oregano;
- leaves and flowers of St. John's wort;
- marigold flowers;
- leaves and flowers of fireweed;
- oak bark;
- linden flowers;
- melissa leaves;
- peppermint;
- wormwood leaves;
- motherwort;
- pine buds;
- bird cherry fruit;
- yarrow;
- chokeberry fruits;
- fruits of common rowan;
- caraway essential oil;
- dill essential oil;
- natural honey;
- vanillin;
- dye.
It is the combination of all these components, which have a lot of valuable properties, that makes this balm so useful.
Drink properties
Due to the successful combination of components, the balm has a number of medicinal qualities:
- antioxidant;
- antispasmodic;
- antiviral;
- tonic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antibacterial;
- warming;
- vasodilating.
Small quantitythis drink improves blood circulation, strengthens the body's defenses, stimulates the activity of the nervous system.
Bugulma balm: indications for use
This aromatic drink has a wide range of uses. It is recommended to take it at:
- general overwork of the body;
- mental and physical exhaustion;
- loss of appetite;
- drowsy;
- colds and viral diseases;
- insomnia;
- irritability and nervous overexcitation;
- diseases of the joints and musculoskeletal system;
- muscle pain;
- pain syndrome due to injuries and sprains.
Balm can be taken to prevent stomach ulcers and gastritis, as well as to strengthen the cardiovascular system.
Contraindications
Like any remedy, this drink has several restrictions on its intake. Firstly, this is an individual intolerance to the components of the drug, therefore, before drinking the Bugulma balm, you need to make sure that there is no allergic reaction. To do this, you should consult with a specialist and pass the necessary tests.
Since the drink contains alcohol, it is strictly contraindicated for children under 18, pregnant women and nursing mothers. People whose lifestyle is associated with driving vehicles, working with heavy equipment or hazardous production, taking balm is also strictly prohibited. In addition, it is not recommended for patients:
- sliver diseases;
- gastritis;
- biliary dyskinesia;
- gallstone disease.
You should not take a drink in dosages that significantly exceed the norms prescribed by your doctor. Since the balm is a medicinal product, excessive consumption can cause poisoning.
How to drink Bugulma balm?
The right amount of balm depends on the purpose of its application. As a medicine, "Bugulma" is prescribed in the following dosages:
- with overwork, mental and physical exhaustion, 25-30 drops of the drink are prescribed half an hour after eating, once a day;
- with prolonged loss of appetite, it is recommended to drink 30 g of balm 30-40 minutes before meals;
- if you suffer from insomnia, you can take a small glass of drink shortly before bedtime;
- with nervous excitement and irritability, you can drink 30-50 g of the drink in the evening, 2 hours before bedtime;
- Bugulma balm is used as a rubbing for pain syndrome due to injuries, sprains, and diseases of the joints (the product needs to be heated a little, apply a small amount on the palm and rub into the sore spot with soft massage movements, then warm with a scarf or shawls).
For the prevention of ulcers, gastritis and other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, it is allowed to take no more than 20 g of the drink per day.
In cold weather, to keep warm and rejuvenate, you can add a few drops of the drink to hot teaor coffee.
In the indications for the use of the balm "Bugulma" not the last place is given to its use in cooking. The aroma and delicate spicy taste of the balm make it indispensable in the preparation of gourmet dishes and alcoholic cocktails. It is used in meat sauces and marinades. The whole range of flavors will open in combination with freshly squeezed citrus juice and natural honey. This unusual sauce goes well with pork dishes. With the addition of balm, you can prepare a fragrant and delicate chocolate mousse. To do this, you need dark chocolate, cream, chicken eggs, seasonal berries and a little balm. A few drops of a drink added to a cocktail will diversify and emphasize its taste.
Cost of balm
Depending on the region of the country, the price of the Bugulma balm may fluctuate. For example, in Kazan this drink costs from 250 to 270 rubles. In other parts of Russia, its price varies from 250 to 350 rubles.
What do the experts say?
Reviews about the balm "Bugulma", as well as about any in the remedy, are varied. This drink has earned great popularity among doctors due to its unique beneficial properties. It is prescribed as a tonic and anti-inflammatory agent. Despite the fact that alcohol is present in the composition, doctors rightly believe that if taken in moderation, the balm will not do harm, but only benefit.
Consumer Opinion
The cities of Kazan and Bugulma have long been famous for the production of quality products, which is why it is a little bitter, but soft and pleasant in tastethe drink is valued among the population of Russia. Most reviews confirm the excellent quality of the product. Those who have tried the healing power of the balm claim that a few drops added to hot tea, coffee or even mineral water help to overcome autumn fatigue, normalize sleep, calm nerves and improve he alth. Of course, there are opponents of this drink, who believe that the balm is too bitter. But this is a matter of taste, and, as you know, there is no dispute about tastes.
He alth to you!
