National Anisette Day Date in the current year: July 2, 2025
July 2 is National Anisette Day! People across the country celebrate the holiday with a glass of their favorite drink.Anisette is an anise-flavored liqueur popular in Mediterranean countries such as Italy, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, and France. Unlike some other anise-based drinks, this colorless liqueur contains no licorice. It is much sweeter than most anise-flavored liqueurs, which is why it is often diluted with water before consumption.
Due to its high alcohol content, anisette can cause throat irritation when consumed quickly. Therefore, it is best to dilute it with water, serve it on the rocks, or use it as an ingredient in refreshing cocktails. The Aniso cocktail is a great option for National Anisette Day.
Pour one ounce each of anisette and white crème de cacao and three-quarters of an ounce of light cream into a shaker. Shake well with ice cubes. Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass, then garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry. The result is an irresistibly flavored, light, creamy cocktail, perfect for a hot summer party.
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