Pastis
This French national drink is made with the potently sweet star anise—which gives pastis its unmistakable flavor—as well as herbs and spices such as sage, melissa, verbena, licorice, cinnamon, cardamom, and pepper. Its name stems from the Provençal pastisson which means concoction, but it is also commonly known by the nicknames la jaune (yellow) or pastaga.
Apart from being country's favorite aperitif, you can find it as a key ingredient in numerous classic French recipes. Pastis was first commercialized by Paul Ricard in 1932, and it has enjoyed substantial popularity ever since, especially around Marseille and in the southern regions of the country.
Pastis is considered to be the embodiment of the Provençal lifestyle, and it is traditionally associated with boules—the favorite summer sport of the Provençal people. Pastis can be enjoyed on the rocks, but as a rule, it is always served diluted with ice-cold water which makes this refreshing summertime drink turn cloudy.
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