Holy Land Petra Gold Arak (75cl, 50%)

An anise-flavoured spirit produced in Jordan, bottled at 50% ABV. Arak is traditionally made by distilling grape-based wine spirit and redistilling it with aniseed, which gives the spirit its licorice-like flavour and the milky-white louche that appears when water is added. The name Petra references Jordan's ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs. The nose is dominated by anise and licorice, carried with notable intensity by the high strength. The palate is driven by bold aniseed, with a warming alcohol presence and a slightly sweet, fennel-like quality. The finish is long and warming, with lingering licorice and dry herbal notes.