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Mercan Rakı Calories
Turkish aniseed spirit, high alcohol, low nutrients
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Mercan Rakı (50 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 245 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Mercan Rakı Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
123
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Mercan Rakı nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Mercan Rakı?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 35 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 172 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 200 g | 490 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 858 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 700 g | 1715 kcal |
Calculated from 245 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mercan Rakı
What is Mercan Rakı?
Mercan Rakı is a Turkish anise-flavoured distilled alcoholic drink. It is typically served diluted with water, which turns it cloudy. Its exact brand-specific recipe should be taken from the bottle’s ingredient information rather than assumed from rakı in general.
How do you serve Mercan Rakı?
Mercan Rakı is commonly served slowly, with cold water added to taste and water on the side. It is a strong alcoholic drink, so sipping it with food is more sensible than treating it like a low-alcohol aperitif.
Why does Mercan Rakı turn milky when mixed with water?
Mercan Rakı turns cloudy because anise oils disperse through the drink when water is added. This expected effect is often called the louche; it is not a sign that the rakı has spoiled.
How is Mercan Rakı different from ouzo?
Mercan Rakı is a Turkish rakı, while ouzo is a Greek anise spirit. Both can turn cloudy with water, but their production rules, ingredients and customary serving traditions differ; the exact distinction between brands depends on their labels.
What does Mercan Rakı taste like?
Mercan Rakı has the characteristic liquorice-like, aromatic taste associated with anise spirits. Diluting it with water softens the alcoholic heat and brings out the anise aroma; the precise flavour profile can vary by product.
What food goes well with Mercan Rakı?
Mercan Rakı is often paired with savoury small plates, seafood, olives and cheese. These foods suit its anise flavour, and eating alongside it is preferable to drinking a high-alcohol spirit on an empty stomach.
What is the alcohol percentage of Mercan Rakı?
Check the bottle for Mercan Rakı’s alcohol by volume (ABV); the exact figure is not confirmed here. ABV tells you the drink’s strength, so use the label rather than estimating from taste or how it is served.
Does Mercan Rakı need to be refrigerated after opening?
No, Mercan Rakı does not generally need refrigeration after opening. Keep the cap tightly closed and store the bottle away from heat and direct light; chilling it before serving is a preference, not a storage requirement.
Can you make cocktails with Mercan Rakı?
Yes, Mercan Rakı can be used in cocktails, though its strong anise flavour can dominate other ingredients. Start with a small amount in a recipe designed for anise spirits, or serve it traditionally with water instead.
Can you drink Mercan Rakı during pregnancy?
No, Mercan Rakı should be avoided during pregnancy. Alcohol can harm a developing baby, and no safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy has been established; choosing a non-alcoholic drink is the safest option.
Mercan Rakı Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.5mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.5mg · 0% DV
Mercan Rakı Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mercan Rakı
To burn the 123 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mercan Rakı?
Mercan Rakı is a Turkish anise-flavoured spirit, traditionally enjoyed diluted with cold water; the drink turns cloudy when water is added. In Turkey it is usually sipped slowly at a rakı table, often alongside meze and fish, rather than treated like a quick shot. Olives, fresh melon, cheese and vegetable dishes are common accompaniments, and it is also served in Turkish restaurants abroad.
Nutritionally, it provides little beyond energy from alcohol and contains no protein or fat. A 100 g portion has 245 calories. For a lighter meal, pair a modest pour with fresh or olive-oil-based meze, and serve water alongside.
How Nutritious Is Mercan Rakı?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Mercan Rakı Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Mercan Rakı Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mercan Rakı Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mercan Rakı Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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