{"product_id":"arak-fakra-lebanese-arak-750ml","title":"Arak Fakra Lebanese Arak 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eArak Fakra is a traditional Lebanese arak distilled from native grapes and top-quality aniseed and aged to maturity in clay jars, bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArak Fakra was born from an arak distillery founded in the early 18th century in Kfardebian, a mountain village of Mount Lebanon, by a noble Lebanese family whose members were consuls of France and Venice. Arak is Lebanon's national drink, and Fakra follows time-honored techniques and recipes passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is produced by traditional multiple distillations of Obeidi and Merwah grapes with Hina aniseed, then left to age until mature in baked clay jars. The distillery is equipped with several traditional pot stills and numerous clay jars that give the arak its quality and character. It has won two consecutive Silver Medals at the MLSA Competition, in 2022 and 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich and silky, it shows prominent notes of aniseed with a slight licorice taste, smooth and reminiscent of absinthe but with a softer finish. Like ouzo, raki or pastis, it turns cloudy white when water is added.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach sip carries the spirit of Lebanon's mountain landscapes, where tradition and craftsmanship meet. Serve it the Lebanese way: one part arak to two parts cold water, then ice, alongside mezze such as small fresh fish, olives, feta and fries. At Fakra, great arak isn't a trophy to collect, but a treasure to share with family and friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aniseed, light licorice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, silky aniseed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fakra, Kfardebian, Lebanon (early 18th century)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Obeidi and Merwah grapes, Hina aniseed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay jars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lebanese arak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 proof (50% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix one part arak with two parts cold water over ice, and serve with mezze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is arak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLebanon's national spirit, distilled from grapes and aniseed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I serve it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith cold water and ice, alongside mezze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Kfardebian, Mount Lebanon, at a distillery founded in the early 1700s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liqueur-more\"\u003eLiqueur \u0026amp; More collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fakra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68039730725173,"sku":"VWS200430268","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-31018.webp?v=1793834894","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/arak-fakra-lebanese-arak-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}