Metaxa 5 Stars 70cl
Metaxa 5 Stars Metaxa has been sold since 1888, when its founder Spyros Metaxa created his spirit due to a desire for a smoother, intense spirit (he felt others available at the time were harsh on the palate). With over 130 years of history, Metaxa has been exporting its family of spirits across the world since its foundation in Piraeus (the port of Athens). Interesting fact: It's said that the “Salamina Warrior” which is shown on the bottles, was used due to a medallion being found during the building of the distillery. The Battle of Salamina took place in 480 BC in the waters near Piraeus. The star denomination found with Metaxa relates not to the age, but rather the number of base wines and spirits that go into each blend. Whilst this is a brandy like drink, it's not classed as a brandy - rather sitting in it's own category. Metaxa 5 stars is a vibrant and floral luminous amber coloured spirit. It is created with a blend of muscat wines from the island of Samos (in the eastern mediterranean), aged wine distillates and mediterranean botanicals (including rose petals). The wine distillates are created with Greek Savatiano, Sultaniana, and Black Corinth grapes. These are allowed to dry in the sun and fermented to produce a sort of wine. This is then twice distilled, and aged in Limousin oak barrels, ensuring a unique and delicious flavour. This attention to detail ensures a spirit with a delicious aroma, which is a mix of brandy and floral perfume notes (especially of rose petals). Honey, apricots, and a toastiness from the oak barrels also come through. The flavour has a delicious light honey sweetness to it. Hints of orange marmelade, and floral notes from violet also make themselves known. These all blend perfectly with ripe plums, a freshness from grapefruit and a delicate pepper like spiciness. The finish leaves a sweetness, joined with peaches, almonds and again, a litle peppery spice. Read more about Metaxa Perfect Serve This is a spirit which can be enjoyed neat (at room temperature), or served over ice. However it also works exceptionally well in longer, refreshing drinks. Try mixing with either ginger ale or apple juice. Both pair perfectly. Take a tall glass filled with ice and add 50ml of the Metaxa. Fill the glass with your chosen mixer and stir gently. With apple juice, garnish with a slice of lemon, with the ginger ale - try a slice of lime.
