Yeni Raki

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Description

A traditional Turkish anise liqueur, double distilled in copper pot stills. While it can be consumed on myriad occasions, raki is a perfect aperitif

National Turkish Alcoholic Drink Brand Yeni Raki Appetiser Table Istanbul – Stock Editorial Photo © berna_rikur #219073950

In the Ottoman Empire, due to the Islamic restriction, until 19th century meyhanes generally run by Greeks, but sometimes also by Albanians Armenians, or Jews would mainly serve wine Muslims among meyhane attendants, sharia authorities could, at time, persecute them. With the relatively liberal atmosphere of Tanzimat Turkey, meyhane attendance among Muslims rose considerably. However, belivers would still approach wine with a certain suspicion. Raki became a favourite among myhane goers.