Not to be confused with Lebanese Arak (an anise-flavored spirit similar to Ouzo) or Sri Lankan Arak (a distilled palm wine made from coconut milk), Batavia Arrack is a Javanese/Dutch distilled spirit made from sugarcane and fermented red rice. Prized for its ability to highlight spices, citrus and chocolate, the spirit, which was traded by the Dutch East India Company, was especially popular in the heyday of the "Punch"--between the late 17th and 19th centuries. It is a quintessential ingredient in many of the Punch recipes included in famed New York bartender Jerry Thomas's book How to Mix Drinks, or the Bon Vivant's Companion. For a more contemporary take, buy a copy of David Wondrich's wonderful book, aptly called Punch, a bottle of Batavia Arrack and mix away!
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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One Barrel Belize Rum 750ml $13.99
Ron Zacapa Centenario 23 year old Solera Rum 750ml $36.99
Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva Rum 750ml $34.99
Gosling's Black Seal Rum Bermuda 750ml $18.99
Zafra 21-year-old Master's Reserve Panama Rum 750ml View Price
