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Uncertain Blessings

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Does one recite a bracha rishona (before-blessing) on food or drink consumed in less than the minimum quantity (less than a kezayis of food or less than a reviis of drink)?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Sub-Kezayis Consumption

Does one recite a bracha acharona (after-blessing) on food eaten in less than a kezayis or drink consumed in less than a reviis?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Minimum Quantity

Does a 'beriah' (whole natural unit of food, such as a single grape or pomegranate seed) require a bracha acharona even if it is less than a kezayis?

7 opinions across 2 eras

Beriah (Whole Unit) Less Tha…

Does the bracha acharona on wine require a kezayis or a reviis?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Wine Shiur — Kezayis or Reviis

Does one who tastes a cooked dish (to check if it needs salt or spices) need to recite a bracha?

6 opinions across 2 eras

Tasting Food Without Eating …

What is the maximum amount one may taste without a bracha, and may one taste from multiple pots?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Maximum Tasting Amount and M…

Does one who tastes food after cooking (to see if it tastes good, not to adjust seasoning) need a bracha?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Tasting After Cooking Is Com…

Does one who chews food for an infant (and spits it out) need to recite a bracha?

1 opinions

Chewing for an Infant

Does smoking tobacco require a bracha?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Smoking Tobacco

What is the precise volume of a reviis?

2 opinions

Reviis Measurement