Tekirdag Rakisi Raki
The Data
Category Liqueur
Sub-Category Raki
Origin Tekirdag
Retail Price $34
ABV 45%
Score 4.5 Stars/Exceptional! +
In the Glass
Appearance
Brilliant, crystal clear.
Aromatics
The nose is alluring offering a beautiful perfume of freshly crushed aniseed with subtle accents of lightly toasted aniseed.
Flavor
The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a wonderfully fresh and pure grape spirit generously infused with anise.
Intensity & Texture
Medium-bodied with vibrant anise flavors that stimulate the appetite offering bright acidity and ideal balance.
Cool Factor
This premium Raki is a beautifully pure spirit made from whole grapes with a complex anise addition.
Value Grade
The Tekirdag Rakisi represents a great value in the small, upper-tier of Raki. This is a special occasion spirit with an accessible price point.
Analysis
Tekirdag Rakisi is a premium Raki made entirely from fresh, whole grapes. Most Raki is twice distilled from grape pomace (similar to Grappa) and flavored with aniseed. Raki is the national spirit of Turkey having its roots in the Ottoman Empire. Raki is traditionally paired with mezze, the hot and cold appetizers served before a meal or as the main meal itself. Raki is part of a family of anise flavored spirits like Ouzo, Pastis, and Sambuca while it is usually much drier than its siblings.
How to Enjoy
Serve chilled or over ice (when served on ice the clear liquid will turn milky white) with food or as an aperitif.