Mastika
The anise cloud: mastika — Bulgaria's strong aniseed spirit (47%), drunk ice-cold where it turns milky and forms crystals ('the lion's milk' family), notorious and beloved in equal measure on the Black Sea coast.
What it is
The anise cloud: mastika — Bulgaria's strong aniseed spirit (47%), drunk ice-cold where it turns milky and forms crystals ('the lion's milk' family), notorious and beloved in equal measure on the Black Sea coast. Origins: mastika (from mastic resin originally, now anise-flavoured) is the southern Balkans' strong aperitif. Made from: neutral spirit, anise flavouring, sugar; served near-freezing. How it's made: 1) Distil/flavour the spirit. 2) Chill until crystals form in the bottle (a badge of strength). 3) Serve in small glasses with melon or cucumber (the classic partners). Served: at seaside restaurants with grilled fish, in summer. Flavor: anise punch, sweet fire. Strength: 47%. Culture: mastika has a folk reputation (the strong stuff of strong summers); melon-and-mastika is a Bulgarian poem. See also: Bulgarian Rakia, Bulgarian Wine (Mavrud).
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