Restaurants & Bars

Taste Traditional Balkan Fruit Brandy At Ambar Clarendon In August

Ambar Clarendon and its sister restaurant in Washington, D.C. are offering two nights of master classes on rakia, the Balkan fruit brandy.

Ambar Clarendon and its sister restaurant in Washington, D.C. are offering two nights of master classes on rakia, the Balkan fruit brandy.
Ambar Clarendon and its sister restaurant in Washington, D.C. are offering two nights of master classes on rakia, the Balkan fruit brandy. (GoogleMaps)

CLARENDON, VA — Ambar Clarendon and Ambar Capitol Hill will be presenting a Rakia Master Class over two nights in August to offer guests the opportunity of tasting and learning about the traditional Balkin Fruit Brandy.

Rakia is a fruit spirit that is so popular in Balkan countries that it is considered a national drink, according to an Ambar release. Each class is priced at $55 per person. Follow the links below for reservations.

Paring Menu For Aug. 7 and Aug 8

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  • Apricot Rakia Tonic Cocktail paired with Kajmak
  • Williams Pear Rakia paired with Asparagus with Gorgonzola Topping
  • Muscat Grape Rakia paired with Pepper and Cheese Croquette
  • Aged Quince Rakia paired with Baked Beans
  • Wine Base Rakia paired with Pork Belly Stuffed Sour Cabbage
  • Aged Plum Rakia paired with Chocolate Cake

Ambar Clarendon is located at 2901 Wilson Blvd. 703-875-9663 and Ambar Capitol Hill is located at 8th St., SE, 20003, in Washington, D.C. 202-813-3039. For reservations at both locations visit, https://ambarrestaurant.com/reservation/.

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