Maitrank

Maitrank is a seasonal flavored wine from Arlon. The base of the drink is made with white wine from the Moselle region and bedstraw flowers (woodruff). The flowers are picked before blossoming and are then macerated in the wine. Typically, the drink also includes sugar and sliced oranges.

Frequent additions also include brandy, triple-sec, port, or other types of alcoholic beverages. It is believed that the first variations of this drink were made by monks, who used it as a health tonic. Modern interpretation re-emerged in the 1950s, and it has since been promoted as a local specialty.

In May, the city of Arlon holds a festival to commemorate the drink. Maitrank is best served with sliced oranges and should be enjoyed soon after maceration.