Drinks similar to Rakia - Tsikoudia

Tsikoudia

The Island of Crete is well know for the tradition of making a spirit called Tsikoudia, (it is also called Raki in places).

The spirit is finished of at about 32% - 36% proof but as it is extensively home produced this can vary from anywhere between 30% - 40 %. It is an essentially grape based spirit made from naturally fermented grape pomace including all the stems and stalks that are left over from the pressing from the wine.

It has a very distinctive and strong flavour reminiscent to the brandy type spirits such as the grappa from Italy or the marc from France

Tskoudia is said to aid the digestion system and drink after dinner. In taverns and bars it is tradtionally served as a freebie and alonside the last course of a meal, usually with fruit or small desert.