Sixby long drink, water, ouzo glasses, 22 cl, classic, Glass, Pack of 6

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According to this definition, this means that similar anise-flavored liquors made outside of Greece cannot bear the label “Ouzo”. Grain alcohol technically does not contain gluten because the protein is eliminated during the distillation process. On the other hand, people with celiac disease have reported problems even with triple-distilled vodka.

Wikipedia tells us that Ouzo is a dry anise-flavored aperitif that is widely consumed in Greece and that it is made from rectified spirits that have undergone a process of distillation and flavoring. Ouzo was introduced to Greece largely by the refugee populations that came from the western coast of Asia Minor and Smyrni. The eastern islands of Lesvos and Chios are the homelands of ouzo, but Northern Greece also has a long tradition in ouzo production and consumption. Since 1989 ouzo has been recognized by the European Union as a national product. The name 'ouzo' is not allowed to be used for any other European product. How is Ouzo made?The Greek way to say ‘Cheers’ is ‘Yamas’. This is short for the phrase ‘Stin iyia mas’, which means ‘to our health’. More guides about Greece During the Ottoman period, traditionally distilled alcoholic drinks were widespread throughout several regions around the Mediterranean. This includes present-day Greece, Turkey, and areas of the Middle East.

Widely consumed throughout the year, Raki is often presented as a digestif after eating. Unless you’re a seasoned Raki aficionado, the clear liquid is mixed with water to create a milky consistency – in Turkey they call it ‘Lions milk’! Ouzo is not to be drunk with the main meal because it doesn’t complement any main Greek dishes—Greeks enjoy wine or beer with their meals. Ouzo is to be savored and enjoyed over a few hours; don’t rush the drinking ritual. No other beverage is as closely related to Greece as Ouzo, but you might wonder, how do you drink Ouzo?The most popular beverages to mix with Ouzo include orange juice, lemon juice (Ouzo lemonade), sour cherry and Coke. Recently, bar tenders have blended Ouzo with other ingredients, such as coffee, gin, tomato juice, Campari, mastiha, various other sweet liqueurs, and, believe it or not, even retsina wine! If you want to savor the flavor of Raki or Ouzo, then take your time sipping it. Let the spirit linger on your tongue, and enjoy the way it warms your throat as you swallow. You can also add a bit of water to dilute the alcohol and make the flavor more pronounced. Just be warned that sipping Raki or Ouzo can lead to a strong buzz! Food Pairings Raki vs Ouzo