“Latgolys šmakovka” is a distillery of local Latgalian strong drink located in a historically significant Malnava manor.
The owner of the distillery Jānis Krivtežs offers:
together with a guide find out how the traditional drink shmakovka (moonshine) was made in Malnava in the course of time from the beginning up to the present days (1-hour excursion – 10 Eur/ pers., excursion plus 3 various types of shmakovka degustation;
masterclass of “shmohito” cocktail creation – 15 EUR/pers.;
view historically significant Malnava manor, which during World II was visited by Hitler himself. Find out more interesting facts about šmakovka, and the process of distillation (1 Eur/pers., min. 30 Eur, excursion around 1 hour);
for weddings – while a new couple captures one of the most beautiful events in their life, guests can join excursions and other exciting activities, create a present for the new couple and take a “shot” of šmakovka for their health. Possibility to invite musicians (starting from 2 EUR/pers.). Rent of the premises and wedding inventory;
discover new flavors by tasting traditional Latgalian food, including real homemade cake by an owner of the “Dzīles” bakery.
