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MASSAYA LEBANON, BEKAA VALLEY Arak

#218960 / 750ml / $23.99 #712985 / 375ml / $14.67

An exceptional Lebanese spirit, produced with the finest ingredients using traditional, labor-intensive methods. Indigenous Obeidi grapes are fermented for two weeks, then double distilled in traditional Moorish lid copper stills over vine wood embers. On the third distillation, the spirit is macerated with organic green aniseed from the Syrian slopes of Mount Hermon, which imparts a distinctive aroma and flavor. The spirit is then aged in traditional clay amphorae for two years, lending a subtle color and a notable maturity. Serve El Massaya Arak with two parts cold water. MASSENEZ FRANCE, ALSACE All Massenez Crèmes are a triple concentration of fruit, sugar and eau-de-vie. The taste of these luscious crèmes is achieved by using only the best juice from the freshest fruit, a high dosage of sugar (400 grams per liter) and eau-de-vie. It’s Massenez’s skill in the art of distillation which is responsible for these quintessential Crèmes. Crème de Cassis Liqueur #245041 / 750ml / $22.48 Crème de Fraise Strawberry Liqueur #614812 / 750ml / $22.48 Crème de Mure Blackberry Liqueur #499586 / 750ml / $22.48 Crème de Peche Peach Liqueur #688564 / 750ml / $22.48 MUSAR, CHÂTEAU LEBANON, BEKAA VALLEY L’Arack #627106 / 750ml / $41.33 From the storied Lebanese Château Musar, L’Arack de Musar is made from grape alcohol with an average age of five years. It is unique in that it is distilled four times with the addition of anise seeds during the 4th distillation, followed by one year of aging in terracotta amphora’s which contribute to its liquorice aromas. The additional distillation results in a very pure, sophisticated and easy to drink Arack. Smooth, sweet and clean, L’Arack de Musar can be enjoyed without water. 4-1/2 Stars Difford’s Guide

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