Comparing Turkish Raki brands Yeni Raki or Premium Efe Rakı brand The earliest distilled spirits are seen in China back in 13 C AD and Rakı was distilled back in Ottoman times around 16C AD according to the bits and pieces of information we gather from historical books written on Turkish food & culture.īy signing up, you agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Yummy Istanbul about news, events, offers, and promotions. The history of fermented drinks like beer and wine goes way back to 10.000 BC in these lands and in neighboring countries, long before distilled spirits like raki. Related content: 11 Foods to Challenge Your Eyes & Tastebuds: Offal Dishes in Turkey What is the history of Turkish rakı? So once you’re invited for a Raki night out, it always gives you an opportunity to make good friendships in Turkey. Meanwhile called out for a Raki night is usually considered as an invitation to start a friendship or to get to know the person better in deeper conversation. Sipping Turkish Raki one after another, it’s the time when you unlock your emotions and thoughts, that’s why the ‘raki table’ is also called the “locksmith’s table” where either a problem is sorted out or a love story takes place. Locksmiths table represents unlocking your emotions on Raki table Related content: Turkish Ice Cream: What Makes It Unique? (Maraş Dondurma) However, this national drink Raki is enjoyed by most people no matter what gender, age ( +18), or social class they hold. Since Aslan (‘lion’) is a common metaphor for a strong and courageous man in Turkey, this gives the term a meaning close to ‘the milk for the strong’. That’s the reason why Turkish call it ‘lion’s milk’- (Aslan sütü). Related content: Most Popular 44 Turkish Dishes Behind the Raki, there is a story Lion’s milkīy adding water or ice cubes, this alcohol drink Rakı turns into a milky white colour. Turkish Raki is potent having %40-50 alcohol thus it is commonly diluted with water or ice cubes to make the taste more enjoyable and (manageable). There are different types of Turkish Raki- one can find figs and plums used and flavors such as mastic (pine gum) and clover added in some regions. The second distillation is the key to the success of this national drink. Suma mixed ( grape pomace) and pungent anise-flavored Raki ( Ra-kıh) is a clear brandy mostly made from grapes or raisins which has its own distinctive taste. Aniseed gives the liquorish taste to Turkish raki
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