Ouzo (Greek: ούζο, IPA: [ˈuzo]) is a dry anise -flavored aperitif that is widely consumed in Cyprus and Greece. [1] . It is made from rectified spirits that have undergone a process of distillation and flavoring. Its taste is similar to other anise liquors like pastis, sambuca, mastika, rakı, and arak.

Aug 3, 2021 · Closely related to Italian sambuca, Middle Eastern arak, Balkan and Turkish raki, and French pastis, ouzo is an anise-flavoured alcoholic spirit. As you’ll learn in this guide, it is …

Aug 10, 2022 · Mix a little ouzo, the Greek anise-flavored liqueur, with some lemon juice, ice, honey, and fresh mint, and you have a refreshing ouzo drink to enjoy with your favorite mezze. …

Jun 5, 2022 · Get a taste of Greece with these Ouzo cocktails. From a roaring Greek tiger to Greek coffee to a Mediterranean sunset, Ouzo just might become your new favorite.

Mar 8, 2025 · Ouzo (pronounced "OO-zoh") is Greece’s signature alcoholic drink, known for its bold anise flavor and smooth, aromatic taste. Made from distilled grape must—and sometimes other grains—this clear liqueur is infused with a blend of botanicals, including fennel, mastic, coriander, cinnamon, nutmeg, mint and cardamom.

Jan 4, 2023 · Ouzo is always served with Greek meze and never drunk on an empty stomach. First, we’ll examine what Ouzo is, and then we’ll give you a primer on what Ouzo tastes like before offering some valuable advice on how to drink Ouzo. We’ll also look at the health benefits of Ouzo and its dietary components. What Is Ouzo?

Jun 8, 2018 · Ouzo is by far Greece’s most famous alcoholic beverage. It’s a sweet, strong alcoholic drink similar to a liqueur, which is made from the by-products of grapes after they’ve been used for wine-making (mainly the skins and stems).

Mar 14, 2023 · Ouzo is an anise-flavored, alcoholic beverage produced exclusively in Greece. Here is a guide to Greece's national drink.

Sep 3, 2024 · Greece’s three main alcoholic drinks – ouzo, tsipouro and raki (also known as tsikoudia) – are literally mischievous ‘spirits ’ that must be enjoyed at a slow pace always …

Mar 20, 2025 · A chilled glass of Ouzo Lemon Drink (I call it the Greek Fizz) is the best thing you can drink this summer. This simple, refreshing and citrusy cocktail blends the anise-flavored magic of ouzo with the tangy brightness of lemon, making it the ultimate Greek summer drink.