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Elderberry and Fig Facts


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Fig and Elderberry Facts


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  • According to a superstitious belief, the "elder tree" was supposed to ward off evil influence & give protection from witches.
  • Branches from its tree are also used to make fujara, koncovka & other Slovakian flutes.
  
  • Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
  • The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
  • Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
  

In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  

Wine
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Yes   

Beer
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Yes   

Spirits
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Yes   

Cocktails
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Yes   

Production
  
  

Top Producer
United States of America   
Turkey   

Other Countries
Colombia, India, Mexico   
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America   

Top Importer
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France   

Top Exporter
Not Available   
Turkey   

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