Rakomelo
Greece's warming winter elixir combining raki or tsikoudia with honey and cinnamon, served hot as both drink and folk remedy.
- 2 ozraki(or tsikoudia, grappa)
- 1 tablespoonhoney(Greek thyme honey preferred)
- 1 wholecinnamon stick
- 2 wholewhole cloves(optional)
- 1Gently warm raki (or substitute grappa) in a small saucepan—do not boil.
- 2Add honey, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the warm spirit.
- 3Stir until honey dissolves.
- 4Pour into a heat-proof glass.
- 5Serve hot with the cinnamon stick as garnish.
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Rakomelo takes its name from "raki" and "meli" (honey), combining Greece's traditional grape pomace spirit with local honey and warming spices. Particularly popular in Crete where tsikoudia (Cretan raki) is produced, rakomelo serves as both festive drink and home remedy for colds. It's often served after meals or during cold evenings in mountain villages.
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