What is arak?
Arak · Arabic
Clear anise spirit from Lebanon and the Levant, usually distilled from grapes. Turns milky white when you add water and ice.
What it tastes like
Strong licorice and anise, clean and dry, softened and cooled by water into something long and refreshing.
Where you’ll see it
Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurants, poured with water alongside meze and grilled meats.