Raki

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Albanian

Etymology

From Arabic عرق (ʕáraq), literally, "condensate," which refers to an ouzo-like liqueur made of raisins.

Noun

raki

  1. a national drink of Albania, Raki is an anise-flavored liqueur similar to ouzo, but made with fermented grapes or plums. It has an alcohol content similar to vodka, and is sipped artfully.

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