What is batavia arrack?
Batavia arrack
Indonesian spirit from Java, distilled from sugarcane with fermented red rice. Funky and a little smoky, the old base of classic punches.
What it tastes like
Earthy and funky, like a wild rum, with a faint smoke and savory tang. Small amounts go a long way.
Where you’ll see it
Cocktail bars that make historic punches, and tiki or rum menus as a supporting spirit.