The use of the seeds from certain medicinal plants, associated
sometimes with other curative and aromatic substances, dates back to the time of
the Egyptians and the Babylonians, who recognized – particularly in anise –
exceptional therapeutic value. Anise, in addition to its therapeutic virtues, is
likewise widely employed for its intense and pleasing aroma in the production of
liqueurs: from Sambuca to anisette, to the Turkish Raki, to the Greek ouzo, to
the Pastis of France, and so on.
Aalborg
Akuavit
An
invigorating, clean and bracing spirit, Aalborg Akvavit gets its character and
aroma from selected Danish herbs, the most predominant, caraway. Great with rich
foods or spicier dishes. Caraway and spice make Aalborg the "secret" to great
bloody marys. Price: $24.53
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Absente
Liqueur
absente derives its aromatic flavor from the herbs and spices which are macerated in a spirit solution, then
drawn off the liquid and distilled. The traditinal flavor and aroma of Absinthe
can now be enjoyed in Absente as an apertif or in a traditional presentation by
placing a sugar cube on a slooted Absente spoon and balancing the spoon on the
rim of a glass containg 1 1/2 ounces of Absente. Slowly drip 4 to 5 ounces of
cold water over the sugar cube to dessolve the sugar. The Absente will change
color becoming opalescent and ready to drink.
Price: $31.25
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Achia
Clauss Ouzo
The
classic Greek drink Ouzo is made from a precise combination of pressed grapes
and herbs and berries including aniseed, licorice, mint, wintergreen, fennel and
hazelnut.
Ouzo is usually served as an aperitif, but is also used in some mixed drinks and
cocktails. Achia Clauss is one of the best producers of spirits and wine in
Greece.
Price: $28.91
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Arak Razzouk
Arak
Razzouk is the anise-based spirit from
Lebanon distilled from grape juice with fresh aniseeds, imparting its
distinctive fresh savor, and making it the national beverage of its mother
country. Arak Razzouk is made with special varieties of sweet mountain grapes,
which are crushed and fermented, and then distilled over a low fire. Natural
aniseed is then added and the mixture is distilled.
Price: $30.26
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Ricard
Pastis
Ricard
is the Number One pastis, or aniseed-flavored beverage, in the world. A
refreshing aperitif, Ricard is a long-time favorite in France and the 4th
largest spirit in the world. It is sold in 150 countries. The original secret
recipe, composed of a blend of natural ingredients, is unaltered since its
creation by Paul Ricard in 1932. The principal ingredient of Ricard is star
anise, a rare spice that grows near the southern Chinese border and in the north
of Vietnam.
Price: $25.96
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Romana Black Sambuca
A
liqueur produced by the infusion of Witch elder bush and licorice. The sugar and
these natural aromatic plant extracts make for a delicious combination. It can
be flavored with sweet anise and now can be found in different varieties. It is
similar to Anisette but has a higher alcoholic level and is less sugary. Clear.
Oily, fusel, sweet anise aromas. Thick, sweet and viscous with a distinctly oily
note through the finish.
Price: $23.31
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