Meaning & use
arak
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A strong, anise-flavored alcoholic spirit traditionally distilled in the Middle East and parts of Asia.
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The meal was served with small glasses of arak mixed with water and ice.
Arak turns milky white when water is added, a reaction locals call 'louching.'
A note on using this word
Spelling and exact recipe vary by region; it is related to other anise spirits like ouzo and raki.
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