Most zakuska consists of pickled vegetables, such as cucumber, mushrooms or cabbage. Other common forms of zakuska include a salty pork fat called salo on black bread, or herring. There are literally hundreds of other little snacks that can make your shot of vodka more enjoyable.

Just remember: Don’t take zakuska lightly. It is serious business. The way you will feel the morning will largely depend on what you had for zakuska..