What is the alcohol content of Metaxa?

This was the sweetest brandy I’ve had the pleasure of trying so far (also hence the -0.5 star). The fruity/grape notes come through with a nice bit of vanilla, all very balanced. The low 40% ABV and high sugar content make this a smooth drinker that I will definitely put on my normal rotation.

How strong is Metaxa?

It’s a rich combination and the aftertaste lingers, that mix of floral, coffee (which sounds an odd combination but it’s delicious) and a little bit of orange. It’s 40% ABV and you can certainly taste the alcohol.

Is Metaxa a cognac or brandy?

Metaxa was actually sold as Cognac until 1937, when French producers restricted the appellation ‘Cognac’ to brandies made of specific grapes and using a specified distillation process. Another blow came when the definition of ‘brandy’ was altered to exclude spirits containing anything other than wine distillates.

What spirit is Metaxa?

Metaxa (Greek: Μεταξά) is a Greek amber spirit created by Spyros Metaxa in 1888. Its taste comes from the combination of Muscat wines from the island of Samos, aged wine distillates, and Mediterranean botanicals….Metaxa.

Does Metaxa go bad?

The rule of thumb is if a bottle is above 20% ABV, it won’t go bad after being opened over the amount of time it would take to realistically drink it all. Under 20% and you wanna store it in the fridge after opening and drink it in a matter of weeks.

How is Metaxa served?

Metaxa cocktails are typically garnished with a grapefruit slice, orange zest, or chocolate shreds. Grapefruit or orange will add a fresh citrus taste to the drink while chocolate shreds will add sweetness. Other popular garnishes that go well with Metaxa include lime zest, grapes, and orange slices.

How much does Metaxa cost?

METAXA 7 STAR BRANDY . 750 for only $24.99 in online liquor store.

Do you drink Metaxa with ice?

How you drink Metaxa 12 Star. I drink Metaxa either neat or over ice in a rocks glass, but it can definitely be used in cocktails. Leave it to Vasilis Kyritsis, my friend and co-owner of The Clumsies, to create some amazing cocktails that are easy to make at home.

CAN expired alcohol make you sick?

Expired alcohol doesn’t make you sick. If you drink liquor after it’s been open for more than a year, you generally only risk a duller taste. Flat beer typically tastes off and may upset your stomach, whereas spoiled wine usually tastes vinegary or nutty but isn’t harmful.

Does whiskey ever expire?

Whiskey that hasn’t been opened lasts indefinitely. But whiskey can expire. Most whiskey scientists believe that an opened bottle of whiskey lasts about 1 to 2 years—if it’s half full. Whiskey expires about 6 months if it’s a quarter or less full.

What can you mix Metaxa with?

What is the best way to drink Metaxa?

How To Drink Metaxa

1. Straight up in a short glass.
2. In a whisky glass with one large chunk of ice.
3. In a long glass over ice, with cucumber, ginger ale and a twist of orange peel or lime zest (see picture above).

Is the Metaxa a brandy or a cognac?

The Metaxa is not really a brandy. Nor does it qualify as a Cognac (though it was briefly marketed as such in the 50s/60s). It is a sweet Greek spirit that is blended with Greek honey and some botanicals. After this starts the ageing process, 3 star/5 star/7 star, with the numbers telling you the number of years it spent in the barrel.

What kind of wine does Metaxa Master use?

Naturally, it is here that the Metaxa Master seeks out Muscat wines of unparalleled aromatic concentration, which are the utmost importance in creating the sublime smoothness of METAXA. METAXA’s inimitable character is crowned with gift of Muscat grapes.

How to calculate the alcohol content of your cocktails?

You will also need to add up the drink’s total volume. These two numbers are then plugged into the cocktail proof formula: 1.075 / 3.5 =.30 x 100 = 30% ABV or 60 proof The result is that the average gin martini is 30 percent ABV or 60 proof.

How much does METAXA the original Greek spirit cost?

£24.02 (£34.31 / l) & FREE Delivery . Delivery Details Wine distillates matured in hand-made Limousin oak casks are combined with aged Muscat wines and a secret blend of botanicals. The Amphora features longer-aged Muscat wines from the Aegean Islands and fine wine distillates matured up to seven years in oak casks.