Why Finns are eating pine tar

It sounds like something for a roof, but people in Finland love to eat it. Here is the story behind the smoky treat.

Most people think of pine tar as a thick, sticky stuff used to fix boats or roofs. But in Finland, it is a popular food ingredient. People there have been using it for a long time. It gives food a very strong, smoky, and woody taste. You can find it in all sorts of treats. It is often used in candies, ice cream, and even some alcoholic drinks. It has a flavor that reminds many Finns of their childhood or time spent in nature. Making it is a slow process. It comes from burning pine wood in a special way to get the sap out. This sap is then turned into the syrup that is used in kitchens. Whi…