{"product_id":"chateau-ksara-arak","title":"Chateau Ksara Arak (Ksarak)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e1. Introduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis arak is an authentic, traditional anise-flavoured spirit and is considered the national drink of Lebanon. It originates from Lebanon, produced by Château Ksara, the country's largest winery, located in the Bekaa Valley. Château Ksara was established in 1857 by French Jesuit monks. The company, which was later bought by a local consortium of businessmen in 1973, is known for its long history and resilience. Château Ksara uses Obeidy (or sometimes Ugni Blanc) grapes, an indigenous variety, as the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2. Spirit Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKsarak Arak is a premium, aniseed-based \u003cem\u003eeau-de-vie\u003c\/em\u003e that is triple-distilled. The first distillation releases alcohol from the wine base, and subsequent distillations are done in a specially designed alembic still to infuse the spirit with fresh green aniseed. The aniseed is sourced exclusively from the prized Al Heeneh village on the slopes of Mount Hermon. Through an innovative technique, only the heart of the distillate, known as the 'pure flower,' is used. The spirit is matured for 28 months (approximately 2 years) in traditional hand-made clay jars from the village of Beit Chebab.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear in its pure form. When diluted with water, it transforms into a milky-white elixir (the louche effect).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e It has pronounced and complex herbal aromas of anise and licorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The taste is spicier than other araks. It has the typical aroma of licorice, with notes of pepper and fennel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish confirms its complex herbal and spicy flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStylistic Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ksarak is refined to be the purest and healthiest arak. Its clean taste and purity are the result of the innovative distillation and maturation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e The alcoholic strength is 53% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"300464 - Nobilis Wine Importers Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48347476951252,"sku":"889897","price":55.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/7645\/6404\/files\/Chateau-Ksara-Arak.jpg?v=1784768933","url":"https:\/\/borderlinebottles.ca\/products\/chateau-ksara-arak","provider":"Borderline Bottles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}