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Fruit of Africa (301)
Throughout history the marula fruit has been used for medicinal purposes, fertile ceremonies and local rituals. Today, six South African companies are creating marula beers and cream liqueurs, with Amarula Cream Liqueur being so popular that they are now the 3^rd best-selling cream liqueur in the world behind Bailey's and O'Darbys.

Kevin Brauch, a.k.a. "The Thirsty Traveler," embarks on an amazing journey of discovery that reveals ancient tribal customs, exotic animals and the delicious enigma of the marula.

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Recipes featured in this episode are listed below.