The Shot Glass Is Half Full for Ukraine

And it’s half empty for Russia

Vodka plays an important cultural role in both Ukraine and Russia. Ukrainians, in fact, make a wonderful thing called “samogon,” which is a homemade spirit often stronger than vodka. Samogon sometimes tastes wonderful. Vodka is always horrific if you ask me.

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