ARAK ENKIMDU – TO FOLLOW THE PATH OF ANCESTORS
Enkimdu, the Sumerian God of farming, overseeing the management of canals and ditches, features prominently in the myth "Inanna Prefers the Farmer." In this tale, both Enkimdu and the Shepherd God Dumuzi vie for the affection of the goddess Inanna.
Enkimdu's robust character and agricultural expertise, alongside his involvement in crafting alcoholic beverages, provided the inspiration for naming our traditional Iraqi Arak spirit. His mastery in these domains even earned praise from his competitor for the exceptional quality of his products.
While Enkimdu himself is a fictional creation, his character draws from extensive historical research. We presented this figure to a European artist who imagined Enkimdu in 2002, preserving the original version to this day. Inspired by the regal aesthetics of Sumerian, Babylonian, Assyrian, and Chaldean kings, we incorporated distinctive features such as majestic crowns and attire reminiscent of these ancient civilizations.
ARAK ENKIMDU BARWARI
Alcohol Source: Grain-based, such as wheat, corn, and barley
Alcohol Percentage by Volume: 37.5%
Sugar Content by Volume: 1.5%
Herbs Used: Anise, Star Anise, Nutmeg, Mastic from the island of Chios, with flavors of apple and fresh apples from Barwari Bala.
ARAK ENKIMDU KOYA
Alcohol Source: Grain-based, such as wheat, corn, and barley
Alcohol Percentage by Volume: 40%
Sugar Content by Volume: 2.5%
Herbs Used: Anise, Star Anise, Nutmeg, Mastic from the island of Chios.
ARAK ENKIMDU BASHIQA
Alcohol Source: Grains such as wheat, barley, and corn
Alcohol Percentage by Volume: 53%
Herbs Used: Anise, Star Anise, Nutmeg, Mastic, and others in certain proportions
ARAK ENKIMDU HEBHEB
Alcohol Source: Grains (wheat and barley)
Alcohol Percentage by Volume: 55%
Sugar Content by Volume: 5%
Herbs Used: Anise, Star Anise, Nutmeg, Mastic from the island of Chios
