#sbiten

[sketchmenot-art]

Sergei Dragunov - Mellow Listening

Drew Sergei Dragunov from TEKKEN enjoying some warm sbiten and listening to some nice tunes on his radiola~🎶

I made a music playlist inspired by Dragunov to listen to during matches or when I’m drawing him to really get me in the zone and because he’s my fave. ✨

I was inspired by the song Если Б Не Глаза Твои (If Not For Your Eyes) by Vladimir Troshin while working on this piece. Very lovely song. I like to imagine that Dragunov’s singing voice sounds like Troshin’s. 🪽

Vladimir Troshin - Если Б Не Глаза Твои (If Not For Your Eyes)

Done with Clip Studio Paint EX July 2024

[morethansalad]

Sbiten Tayozhny / Russian Berry Mocktail (Vegan)

[eddieheart]

Just read this cute avengers fic so I’m giving you some of my favourite quotes.

[postcard-from-the-past]

Sbiten - hot winter beverage - vendor

Russian vintage postcard

[amalia-uwu]

Oh!! Thank you!! So much! 💕

Your explanation helped me a lot! Thank you for your time and everything!! 💕 Have a great time! 😁💙

Hello!!!

I am aware of many things that are wrong here, the paper is cut uneven (sorry!)

I uhm I hope my next try would be better!!

I uhm, IHOPEYOUENJOY!!!

With love Amalia!! 💕

- oh, drawing and gifts! it is so cute of you! thank you so much!

- mmm, and as I promised, here are some tips on how to write these two letters in my language as a bonus, heh

To write the letter "б" first just write the English "b" Then just add a horizontal stick on top. And now the letter is ready!

Or a lowercase variant of writing this letter. First we draw a circle. Then we add a loop, like a note. And our letter is ready!

To write the letter "д" I will first draw a small table. Then add a triangle or an upside down checkmark on top. And the letter is written!

Or if you want a lowercase version, then we need to draw a circle again. Then add a loop at the bottom. This option is similar to the letter "g" in urgent English or the number 9 only with a connected tail.

Only now I realized that both of these letters, in lowercase form, look like little notes, heh

I hope these explanations help someone if someone wants to write something!

[bluedovee]

you feel that someone is gently touching your hand, but when you look back you don't notice anyone

you go back to your business, but you feel the gaze on you

you turn around, but look below this time and notice a gift

a small speck of Dust visited you and left a gift

«Merry Christmas to you! 🩵🎄✨»

WAAAA I'm a little behind on my asks but this is adorable ♥(ˆ⌣ˆԅ)

THANK YOU!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU TOO!!!

I'll wear your gift on my shoulder hehe ♥

[pingurusama]

He's a bit grumpy but with a bribe of sbiten, he's good to go ദ്ദി(˵ •̀ ᴗ - ˵ ) ✧

[askganon]

I WAS ABOUT TO GO TO SLEEP BUT MY MIND REMINDED ME OF SOMETHING I WANTED TO ASK

See, I come from Russia and we have a historical drink here (it originates from the times of our hystory called Kyevskaya Rus, and due to that can be also found in the cultures of Ukraine and Belarus) that may be curious for you to try: it is called Sbiten' and it is kind of like mulled wine, but instead of wine honey is used. It is great for the colder time of the year, and judging by the speed of answering, the winter should be allready here when you will get to this message.

My point is Would you like to try it?

I am willing to try this Sbiten, and you are correct in your calculations on timing.

[machabre]

since I have a thing for war hardened badass character with a sweet tooth, I've thought about Drag appreciating being treated with the occasional dessert, he's gotta stay in top condition so he doesn't often indulge himself but secretly loves it when ppl remember that about him. If his fondness for sbiten is anything to go by, it might even be canon?

[zu-is-here]

hi, I just want to wish you a good day ✨

I love your work, it's wonderful! keep some funny animals 💛

Hii Sbitens!╰(*´︶`*)╯That's so nice of you, thanks a lot and have a wonderful day too! ♡

You made me blush (〃ω〃) and also laugh XD

UPD:

NO WHY— :'D

[ashgunnywolf]

Trick or Treat!!

- harley

Why, hello there! What a charming costume! Here's an excerpt from an upcoming pompep fic:

"No no no no NO!" Vlad squeezed his eyes shut to hide the flash of red glow. "Strawberry cheesecake, what was Diggins thinking with that play?!" He flopped backwards onto the sofa with a dramatic huff. "If I didn't know better, I'd think that man was being paid off by the Bears."

Danny snickered. "I'm surprised you didn't take it upon yourself to investigate."

Vlad glared at him. "I did. That's why I know better."

"I don't know why I doubted you." Danny took a sip from his mug of sbiten. "This stuff is great, by the way. Where did you get the recipe?"

"My mother made it all the time when I was a boy. I'm sure she got it from her mother, who got it from her mother, and so on." Vlad beamed. "I'll make more this weekend, if you like."

[mikovwrites]

If Sergei Dragunov ever decided to post an ASMR video of him making a cup of sbiten, just know that I'll be the one who give him at least half a million views.

Another chapter of my husband Sergei Dragunov has been updated. Enjoy!

[arthurhonda]

Hetalia Rarepair Day 1

@hetalia-rarepairweek

France x Russia Prompt: Cottage

“Achoo!”

Francis felt personally attacked by the bitter cold that bit his nose and his ears making them hurt as he walked besides his tall boyfriend through the snow-covered forest.

“Oh no! Francis, are you alright?” Ivan asks in a concerned tone as he offered Francis a tissue.

“I’m cold, and I can’t feel my toes anymore.” Francis replies as he blows his nose.

“That is because it is wintertime!”

“Why couldn’t we have gone in summer?”

Ivan was silent and did not respond. Francis pulled at his puffy coat and tried to pull it tighter around him to keep out the snow and the ice. He was cold, wet, and tired and they had been walking together for a while. Suddenly Francis felt soft fabric fall around his neck and looked up to see that Ivan had wrapped his scarf around Francis, leaving his own neck exposed.

“Wait, you’re going to be cold now!” Francis retaliates, attempting to take off the scarf to return it.

“I’ll be fine. Wear the scarf.” Ivan replies firmly.

Francis caves and does not fight the scarf. He can’t help but take in the scent of the scarf, noticing that it smells like Ivan. It’s comforting, despite Ivan literally being a few paces away.

After what felt like a millennium, they arrived at a small wooden cottage at the edge of the forest. It was surrounded by empty grassland. Francis shivered as the wind pounded against him more harshly than when they were in the forest.

“Good. We are here. I will unlock the door.” Ivan says gently as he rustles around in his pockets to find the key. 

He quickly unlocked the front door and the two men shuffled in. It’s cold and dark, but there’s plenty of firewood by the fire and it’s well decorated.

“You stay in here. I’ll go get the generator started.” Ivan insisted before shutting Francis inside the cozy cottage.

Francis shivers a bit, but without the wind, he feels a little bit warmer. He reaches up to undo his jacket and remembers that he’s still wearing Ivan’s scarf, and that he should probably return it, so his boyfriend doesn’t freeze to death outside.

As his hands touched the door handle, the lights came on in the little cottage. With the lights on, it seemed much brighter and warmer inside, despite there being no internal heating.

After a few moments Ivan came shuffling in through the door. He shook his body thoroughly, snow falling off of him like an avalanche. As his hair shook back and forth, Francis couldn’t help but remember why he fell in love with the Russian in the first place.

The moment was ruined by Francis sneezing again.

“We should get you warmed up now.”

“Now?!” Francis said in surprise with what he assumed Ivan was insinuating.

Ivan shook his head as he went over to the fireplace to start a warm fire.

“Not like that. I am cold and tired tonight. I simply wish to enjoy a fire, warm drinks, and some cuddles tonight, is that alright with you?” Ivan asked, looking over his shoulder at Francis.

Francis’ face softened as he wrapped his arms around Ivan’s waist.

“Of course. We came here to relax and enjoy ourselves. I would fight the world for you my love.”

“I can’t make a fire with you doing that. Go relax. I will take care of you today.”

“You spoil me.” Francis coos as he releases Ivan’s waist.

“Go sit. I’ll make a fire and then get us something warm to drink.”

Francis finally got the chance to take off his coat and snow pants and settle into the couch besides the fireplace. Ivan started the fire then hopped off to the kitchen, humming a familiar tune as he made something for the two of them to drink.

He closed his eyes for just a moment and melted into the couch. Before he knew it, he could hear Ivan carefully walking towards him, so he opened his blue eyes to a glass full of purplish brown liquid in a mug.

“Hm? What’s this?”

“сбитень”

“Sbiten?” Francis echoes back.

“It’s like Glühwein, but without alcohol.”

“No alcohol?”

“You’re picky about your red wines.”

“Fair enough. Give it here.” Francis says smoothly as he takes the warm drink from Ivan’s hands. He takes a sip and finds it absolutely delicious.

“I’m not complaining, but why are we all the way out here?” Francis asks as he replaces the scarf he borrowed onto Ivan’s neck before snuggling into the larger man’s shoulder.

“Well, I thought I’d show you the izba that’s been in my family’s name since the 1700’s.”

Francis looked around at the cottage in disbelief. Ivan laughed at Francis’ confusion.

“Well, not the actual building. It’s modeled after the original building that was built here, but it’s long since been remodeled. Still, my family built it in the same style as the original building to keep true to history. Plus, this place is very important to my family. I wanted to share that with you.

“I see.” Francis replies with a yawn. The warmth from the drink and the fire was making him quite warm and sleepy.

Ivan gives Francis a little kiss on the top of his head of blonde waves.

“Sleep for now. We can do more tomorrow.”

[rogerrrroger]

Hokly shit Star Wars fan...Obligated to ask for more Ashoka (I love her) oorah. If you're not feeling up for a drawing, tf2 question time. Mercs favorite drink go. Excluding demo because well. You Know.

YIPPEE I’m gonna do both

As for the favourite drinks, forgive me because I know jack shit about anything here but

Scout: obviously, Bonk. You can’t chug that shit 4 times a day without being addicted to it.

Soldier: I have a random feeling it would be hot chocolate. Seems hearty and all round enjoyable, like America. He probably got some old lady who made it for him while he was killing Germans.

Pyro: much like Scout, loves bright and sugary drinks. Probably loves slushies and stuff.

Engineer: Whatever brand of beer he drinks while he’s sitting back (got no idea). Reminds him of home and simple pleasures.

Heavy: Sbiten (honey-based Russian mulled wine). I think he used to make it with his family before the war, and it reminds him of the cold.

Sniper: hasn’t considered it, but lives off coffee, straight black. Can’t say he loves it, but it’s extremely necessary.

Medic: although stereotypically enjoys German-brewed beer, his favourite drink would be tea. I think he and heavy drink it when reading together.

Spy: he meticulously picks and chooses the finest most refined alcohol for his smoking room. Secretly enjoys the fruitier drinks.

[bluedovee]

*knocks on your door* trick or treat? 👀 *holding his candy bucket* I am Sbiten...well, and pumpkin now…

TREAT!! Blueberry gives you a pumpkin for your pumpkins!! >:D

[rayshippouuchiha]

… Is it weird that I like to put together lists of what food or drink I think my favorite characters would like most, especially if it’s from their specific culture or heritage? Like, I have a whole ass list with Italian food and drink for Tony right now (he seems the sort to like things like Bicerin, Cassoeula, and Pasticciotto), I’m working on one involving both Russian and Romani cuisine for Skull (I’m thinking stuff like Sbiten, Pelmeni, and Pirogo for him right now).

Like! I feel so silly making these dumb extensive lists of food, of all things, but it makes me weirdly excited and happy and I’m not sure if that’s odd or not? My anxiety says yes :<

not weird at all darling, it's basically just a food playlist and if you're having fun doing it then there's nothing wrong with it at all. Also sounds like excellent research for fics too