The Data

Category   Liqueur

Sub-Category   Raki

Origin   Tekirdag

Retail Price   $34

ABV   45%

Score   4.5 Stars/Exceptional! +

In the Glass

Brilliant, crystal clear.

The nose is alluring offering a beautiful perfume of freshly crushed aniseed with subtle accents of lightly toasted aniseed.

The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a wonderfully fresh and pure grape spirit generously infused with anise.

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.