Ouzo (ούζο, IPA) is an anise-flavoured aperitif that is widely consumed in Greece and Cyprus. ==History== Ouzo has its roots in tsipouro, which is said to have been the pet project of a group of 14th century monks living in a monastery on Mount Athos. One version of it was flavoured with anise. This version eventually came to be called ouzo. M... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ouzo
(from the article `absinthe`) ...prohibiting true absinthe. Beverages developed as substitutes, similar in taste but lower in alcohol content and without wormwood, are known by ... ...region. The sherry-producing centres of Spain and the port-producing centres of Portugal are also known for brandy. Greek brandy includes Metaxa, ... [... Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/o/41
A clear anise-flavored liqueur from Greece. It's generally mixed with water which turns it whitish and opaque. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22282