Tekirdag Rakisi
Raki

Tekirdag Rakisi

Tekirdag750 ml45% ABV

Traditional Turkish anise spirit of exceptional smoothness

Crafted from fresh grapes and high-quality aniseeds, this traditional Turkish spirit offers a wonderfully complex flavor profile. It delivers a rich, silky texture that blossoms into the classic milky appearance when mixed with cold water.

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84/ 100
Good
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Best enjoyed

Ice cold33-38F
Rocks glass
Dinner Party
Gathering
Gifting
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Food pairings

Traditional
Chilled melon with salty feta cheese and mixed mezze platters
Vegetarian
Grilled eggplant salad, hummus, and warm pita bread
Cheese
Aged feta or goat cheese
Also good withMezzeMelonSeafood

A cocktail to make with it

Lion's Milk (Traditional Raki Serve)

  • 2 oz Tekirdag Rakisi
  • 2 oz Chilled water
  • 2 Ice cubes

Pour the raki into a highball or rocks glass first. Gently pour in the chilled water, which will turn the spirit an opaque milky-white. Add ice cubes last and serve alongside cold water.

Serve in a rocks glass

The story behind it

The maker

Named after the coastal town of Tekirdag, this esteemed brand represents the pinnacle of traditional Turkish raki production. It is crafted under the strict supervision of master distillers who balance multi-generational techniques with state-of-the-art distillation technology.

How it is made

Tekirdag Rakisi is produced in the Thrace region of Turkey, a historic area renowned for its ideal grape-growing terroir and pure spring water sources. The spirit is twice-distilled in traditional copper alembics with select aniseed to achieve its distinctive aromatic depth.

From Thrace, Turkey