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Yeni is a traditional Turkish raki, distilled twice in copper alembics. Raki is frequently drunk with water, the addition of which causes it to throw a milky louche – in this form it is commonly refered to as ‘aslan sutu’, which translates as ‘lion’s milk’.
Size: 750mL
Proof: 90 (45% ABV)
Origin: Turkey
Distillery: Mey / Tekel
Raki as a drink has been in the Turkish consciousness for over 500 years. Distilled using grapes, raisins and aniseed, Raki was first referenced in literature in 1510. It was then widely distilled throughout the Ottoman Empire and in 1937 it became known as Yeni Raki meaning “New Raki” to symbolize the coming of the new post-war era.
Nose: An aromatic aniseed.
Palate: At palate entry the intensely bitter taste of anise infused with grapes flavour.
Finish: Finishes elegant and smooth.
Established in 2004 after the privatization of the Tekel’s alcoholic drinks division, Mey operates as two separate companies in Turkey, one involved in manufacture and the other responsible for sales and marketing. Mey’s product portfolio includes Yeni Raki, Tekirdag Raki, Istanblue and Binboa Votkas, Kayra, Terra and Buzbag Wines. Since 2011, Mey has been working under the umbrella of Diageo, an alcoholic beverage manufacturer trading in close to 180 countries with offices in 80 countries.
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