Rakı, Türk Rakısı or Turkish Raki (/ rɑːˈkiː /, Turkish pronunciation: [ɾaˈkɯ] ⓘ) is an alcoholic beverage made of twice-distilled grape pomace (or raisins) and flavored with aniseed. [1]

Jun 9, 2024 · Raki is a clear, high-proof spirit distilled from grapes and flavoured with aniseed, giving it a distinctive liquorice-like taste. When mixed with water, it turns a milky white, earning …

Oct 5, 2023 · What Is Raki? Raki is a clear alcoholic beverage similar to brandy. It’s made with distilled grapes and aniseed and contains between 40% to 50% alcohol. It tastes like licorice …

Dec 29, 2015 · Raki -- otherwise known as Lion's Milk -- is the Turkish national drink. Made of twice-distilled grapes and aniseed, raki is the go-to spirit for a celebration. It's good etiquette to …

May 17, 2025 · Raki is a drink commonly enjoyed in Turkey, and it is used as a celebratory and social beverage. It's made from grapes and raisins, and it's flavored with anise.

Jun 5, 2025 · All about the Turkish Rakı Drink (arrack), grape brandy flavored with anise. Turkish raki is an integral part of Turkish culture and social gatherings.

Rakı is a typical Anatolian product and a distinct category with production process specific to Turkey. All elements accompanying and constituting rakı create what is called microcosm, …