Metaxa 12 Star Brandy
Metaxa 12 Star Brandy
Metaxa 12 Star is a premium Greek spirit produced by The House of Metaxa in Athens, which has been blending distinctive Greek brandy-and-wine expressions since 1888. Metaxa doesn't fit neatly into the cognac or brandy category—it's its own Greek classification, built from a blend of aged Muscat wines from the islands of Samos and Lemnos together with grape distillates matured in French Limousin oak casks. The 12 Star grade represents the upper end of Metaxa's regular lineup, with the oldest distillates aged for twelve years or more.
The nose is opulent and unmistakably Greek: raisin, dried apricot, honeyed Muscat grape, rose petal, and warm oak spice with a whisper of almond. The palate is rich and silky—candied orange peel, fig, toffee, and gentle baking spice—carried by the Muscat wine's floral sweetness and rounded by long oak maturation. The finish is long, elegant, and subtly spiced, with returning fruit and a soft oak fade.
Serve Metaxa 12 Star neat in a brandy snifter, on the rocks with a strip of orange peel, or in modern Mediterranean cocktails. A natural after-dinner sipper and a strong gift pick.
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
This is the bottle for someone who already loves an after-dinner pour and would enjoy something a little off the familiar path. Metaxa sits in its own Greek category, blending aged Muscat wines from the islands of Samos and Lemnos with grape distillates matured in French Limousin oak. The 12 Star grade, with its oldest distillates aged twelve years or more, represents the upper end of the house's regular lineup. In the glass it opens with raisin, dried apricot, honeyed Muscat grape and rose petal, then turns silky with candied orange peel, fig, toffee and a touch of dark chocolate before a long, gently spiced finish. It makes a considered gift for a host who loves Mediterranean cooking, a mentor marking a milestone, or a parent who enjoys quiet evenings with a nightcap. The recipient can sip it neat in a snifter, pour it over ice with a strip of orange peel, or stir it into an Old Fashioned for a Greek twist.
Pairs well with
- Honey and almond baklava — The brandy's honeyed Muscat sweetness and toasted almond notes echo the pastry's syrup and nuts.
- Dark chocolate with dried figs — Fig, toffee and a touch of dark chocolate on the palate make this an easy, elegant match.
- Father's Day after-dinner toast — Its long, warming finish and gentle spice suit a slow celebratory nightcap with Dad.
Questions about this bottle
Is Metaxa a brandy or a cognac?
Neither, strictly speaking. Metaxa is its own Greek classification, made by The House of Metaxa in Athens. It is built from a blend of aged Muscat wines from Samos and Lemnos together with grape distillates matured in French Limousin oak casks.
What does the 12 Star grade mean?
The 12 Star grade represents the upper end of Metaxa's regular lineup. The oldest distillates in the blend have been aged for twelve years or more, which shows in its rich amber color and rounded oak character.
What does Metaxa 12 Star taste like?
Expect raisin, dried apricot, honeyed Muscat grape, rose petal and warm oak spice on the nose. The palate is rich and silky, with candied orange peel, fig, toffee, caramel, toasted almond and a hint of dark chocolate, finishing long and subtly spiced.
What size is the bottle, and is it a good gift?
The bottle is 700 ml. Its Greek heritage, with the House of Metaxa blending since 1888, and its after-dinner richness make it a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys sipping spirits or exploring something beyond the usual brandy shelf.
