{"product_id":"arak-askalon-special-750-ml","title":"Arak Askalon Special 750 ml tradition since 1925","description":"\u003carticle style=\"font-family: 'Inter', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; color: #000; line-height: 1.6; background-color: #fff; padding: 20px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cheader style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-size: 3.5rem; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: 900; margin: 0; line-height: 0.9; letter-spacing: -2px;\"\u003eArak Askalon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.2rem;\"\u003eSPECIAL EDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.5rem; font-weight: 300; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 5px; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003eASKALON WINES \u0026amp; SPIRITS • TRADITION SINCE 1925\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 30px; max-width: 750px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: 'Georgia', serif; font-size: 1.4rem; color: #000; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e \"The best-kept secret of the Mediterranean coast: an anise distillate that defines hospitality and character.\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 900; margin-top: 15px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #000;\"\u003e🇮🇱 ORIGIN: ISRAEL | 🌿 PREDOMINANT NOTE: REFINED ANISE | 🏺 DISTILLERY: ASKALON\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 50px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe Mastery of Anise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 1.05rem;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAskalon Arak Special\u003c\/strong\u003e is a testament to the artisanal skill of \u003cstrong\u003eAskalon Wines \u0026amp; Spirits\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced in Israel, this distillate is based on a recipe that uses alcohol from ripe grapes fused with the finest anise seeds. The Special edition stands out for its exceptional balance; it is powerful yet incredibly smooth on the palate. When mixed with water, it reveals its opalescent nature and releases an aromatic freshness that has made this brand an icon in family dinners as well as in the most sophisticated bars worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 50px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e1. Identity Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.05rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Israel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Askalon Wines \u0026amp; Spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arak Special (Premium Range).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grape distillate and selected natural anise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, silky, and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 50px; padding: 30px 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e2. Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.1rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent and crystalline like pure water. When diluted, it transforms into a dense, milky white cloud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and very defined aroma. Anise is the absolute protagonist, with bursts of menthol and a slight floral hint that appears after aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh and slightly sweet entry. The alcohol is masterfully integrated, allowing the anise flavor to shine without burning the palate. The finish is persistent, leaving a sensation of balsamic freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 50px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e3. Askalon Special Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePALATE SMOOTHNESS [ ● ● ● ● ● ]\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAROMATIC INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eALCOHOL PURITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eLOUCHE EFFECT [ ● ● ● ● ● ]\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 50px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e4. Pairing and Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.05rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGastronomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arak Special is the soul of the banquet. It pairs perfectly with grilled lamb dishes, fresh salads with plenty of lemon (like Fatush), spiced olives, and salty cheeses such as Feta or Halloumi. It's unbeatable with white fish and Mediterranean-style seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ideal ratio is 1\/3 Arak and 2\/3 ice-cold water. Add plenty of ice after mixing the water to maintain the ideal texture. It is recommended to serve in tall, thin glasses to preserve the low temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 50px; border-left: 5px solid #000; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-weight: 800; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003efrequently asked questions (FAQS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eWhy is it called \"Lion's Milk\"?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eIt is a traditional name given to Arak due to its white color when mixed with water and its potency, which, according to tradition, gave the strength of a lion to those who drank it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eWhat is the best temperature to store it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike wine, Arak is very stable. It can be stored at room temperature, but never in direct sunlight. Many prefer to keep the bottle in the freezer for ultra-cold service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eWhat is the Louche effect?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the change in color from transparent to white. It occurs because anise oils do not dissolve in water, creating microscopic particles that reflect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfooter style=\"text-align: center; border-top: 4px solid #000; padding-top: 40px; margin-top: 60px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: 3px; text-transform: uppercase; margin: 0; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003eASKALON — THE SPIRIT OF THE MEDITERRANEAN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.8rem; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 10px; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eFAMILY HERITAGE • SPECIAL QUALITY • AVOID EXCESSIVE CONSUMPTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 30px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #000; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 2px solid #000;\" href=\"https:\/\/lacava.shop\"\u003eEXPLORE THE TRADITION AT LACAVA.SHOP\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/footer\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Shlomo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46626828943550,"sku":null,"price":559.0,"currency_code":"MXN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/8741\/5230\/files\/askalon-arak-special-750-ml-1669833.jpg?v=1782069012","url":"https:\/\/lacava.shop\/en\/products\/arak-askalon-special-750-ml","provider":"La Cava","version":"1.0","type":"link"}