Tsikoudia

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Tsikoudia or raki is a grape-based spirit from the island of Crete (Greece), made from the distillation of pomace, i.e., the pieces of grapes (including the stems and seeds) that were pressed for the winemaking process. It is a pomace brandy comparable to an Italian grappa or French marc. Although it carries a strong taste, its alcohol content usually runs at about 34 percent. But, since it is often home-produced by individuals in villages throughout Crete, the alcohol content can range from 30-40 percent.

Normally offered as an after dinner digestive. Indeed in many taverns it is usually offered, 'on the house', free of charge incombination with fruits and sweets after the meal.

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