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That was not beer. That was Arak, very strong alcohol. I belief its origin is Turkish/Mongolian. I also believe you're supposed to dilute it with water till it turns milky white in color.
Arak comes from the arab invention of alembic distillation in the 12th century, it was likely invented in the levant, rakija, arrack, ouzo and aragh sagi are all derivatives of araq/arak which was popularised after the islamic conquests.
Honestly you see trash like that pond everywhere here in my neighborhood in los angeles, lol. Baghdad has a vibrancy about it I did not expect, the people there really seem to appreciate their life and are so willing to share the human experience with you. Absolutely fantastic.
This drunk man 😂😂😂👍👍 4:25 thinks that you are a friend. He talks to you as if you are a close friend. Hawa didn't mean not to give you the drink. He said give her this alcohol, then replace his banner. Then he decided to give you that he is unstable because of drinking because ordinary Iraqis give free things as a kind of generosity, but this is a little different first because he is a man Drunk secondly, because we do not give alcohol as a gift. Perhaps food and drink is normal, but it is not traditional to give a drink. That is why this situation happened, but you were a gentleman in dealing with it. It seems that you have experience with drunks.
Lovely people. I feel ashamed to have thought otherwise. @12:13 what a lovely guy, genuine and full of positivity. Backpacker Ben, changing perceptions!
Fascinating Ben, I only discovered you on your around U.K. trip with the other Ben! A few years back I bought the Bradt guide to Iraq. Probably the only guide to the country.
Hi Ben , u made me laughing again, this drink is like white a spirit smells very bad , Arak or araq (Arabic: ﻋﺮﻕ) is a distilled Levantine spirit of the anise drinks . It is translucent and unsweetened (I got it from google) Btw , the majority of Iraqi people they are know London more than England, or maybe because we called England in Arabic Ingltira Anyway which football team do you support?
I'd be at that restaurant once a week minimum. Those guys showing you around are to be saluted. They didn't have to do this, but they did. I have a feeling you'll be visiting Iraq again soon, and touring more areas. Learn some more Arabic brother!
@@BackpackerBen Yeah they definitely made your trip. I doubt you would have enjoyed as much without them. Showing you around in there car and good level of english makes a huge difference.
Greetings from Kazakhstan I’ve been watching your Iraq series (along with other videos) with a great interest - the country seems so chill and warm - people are genuinely nice and their behavior somewhat reminds me of Kazakh people mentality I’ve heard hash is pretty common in that area - have you tried it there yet?
"Is that crack?" Hilarious mate 🤣 great video. You seem like a really genuine guy Ben it's quite inspiring. Looking forward to future ventures. I would absolutely love if you could do some more vids with Bald and bankrupt, maybe in Kurdistan?? Peeaaaace from Ireland brother
I am one of those ppl who has a very light stomach as well and matter of fact u honestly do better then I ever could lol. My tummy can get tore up even jus from the foods I grew up with if it's to greasy or things like that.... Kudos tho my friend because u stick it out pretty dang well to make content for us all. I can't blame u at all tho, a lot the food from some areas looks pretty sus lol Keep up the amazing videos and safe travels to u Ben.
And whoever told you there is a law in Iraq. Every lucky person in Iraq escaped by escaping to European countries or American countries. There is no law in Iraq. Iraq is dilapidated and the law does not exist, the Arabic news that I witness every day an assassination or temporary wars between disputing tribes and also between militias over power, as happened two months ago between the militias of Muqtada al-Sadr and the militias of Iran. All this because of financial and administrative corruption
My gosh what's so sad, that looks like such a beautiful, beautiful place on the beginning n then ppl have jus trashed it with garbage. SMFH thats horrible, I can't understand why ppl don't want to keep or maintain things to make it pretty n clean looking.
And whoever told you there is a law in Iraq. Every lucky person in Iraq escaped by escaping to European countries or American countries. There is no law in Iraq. Iraq is dilapidated and the law does not exist, the Arabic news that I witness every day an assassination or temporary wars between disputing tribes and also between militias over power, as happened two months ago between the militias of Muqtada al-Sadr and the militias of Iran. All this because of financial and administrative corruption
Have you tried a samoon yet? It's a triangular kind of flatbread that is stuffed with shwarma. You can try some at King of Shwarma on Edgware Road, London
I tried lamb and rice with the Shiek of Dhi Qar province in 09. It was very tasty, fresh and well cooked. Of course, he was the sheikh, so it had to be good.
Two questions - Doesn't that 'beer' state 40% ABV @3:56 (So it must be a spirit?), and why do Iraqis touch their heart when you meet them - Is it a friendship thing? Just interested - Looks like a great place to visit off the normal tourist trap.
its not beer its distilled spirit bottled in cans and it most be mixed 1 third with 2 thirds of water and ice cubes its basically called arak or raki or ouzo or grappa with anise flavor
my dude its not a beer its called arak and that is the traditional alcohol drink in iraq its the same as ouzo in greece and raki in turkey and you supposed to mix it with some water and ice its very good drink
1:31 literally the worst thing about Iraq is the dirtiness , people just throw trash like it's nothing , and the government doesn't clean the city very well either 🤬 i am jealous of clean countries .
Don't fancy another can of that beer then Ben? When you smelt it and said you wouldn't be drinking that and then did, you just knew that was gonna be trouble! That would have certainly put an end to the good run that you're having with not being ill or on the loo! It's a shame about all that crap in the water but I guess its the same everywhere over there and its gonna take time before they get their act together no doubt whilst we try our best here. I'm sure you were going to have chicken and then they brought out beef for you.......beef is much better. Keep em coming. Steve
Ben is a true rock star . They treat you so well because you seem a nice guy. Looks like a wild city . I think they are not ready for Americans yet and I don’t blame them
It seems strange that restaurant didn't have any women there, except one that appeared on camera asking for something. Is that typical in the whole of Iraq?
Its common for some restaurants to usually be places for men or teens to hang out while other higher class restaurants or cafes to be for families or women
This is not beer bro! This is Arak is strong like vodka and they are supposed to mix it with water and it will go from clear color to white color. But since it’s canned it might be different. The Êzîdî minority on Bashiqa are known for making the best Arak in Iraq.
Since you’re going to Kurdistan Region try to visit Shaqlawa and try their local wine there and Bashiqa is less than an hour from Erbil in which they have their legit Arak although I don’t like Arak myself
habibi change the title of the video , what u got is not beer > this is Iraqi (ARRAK) which is called RAKI in turkey and OZO in Greece ! in Iraq they make it out of dates > its very strong and if u mix it with water it become white like milk > so they call it Lion milk XD and i agree with u the smell is aweful and when people drink it most of them become very aggressive
@@BackpackerBen I am really enjoy your videos but Iraq is not my cup of tea. And if I went I would probably not come home alive coz I am Jewish. But keep on traveling 👍🙏
Who’s booking their next flight to Iraq then? 🇮🇶👀
Doubt a visa is available for me lol
Not in summer 🤦♂️
Pretty sure I will go soon, Baghdad seems amazing
Was it Araq? Like an annaseed flavour?
@@BlockchainTravel my entire mindset has been changed on this country
Greetings and respect to Iraq and to you from Greece!🇬🇷🇮🇶🇬🇧❤️
same to Greece! great place
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Iraqi people look so chilled no aggression like the UK streets,great content bro 👍
Mate honestly the best people
That's very true
Your Iraqi friend you met at the airport is such a top bloke. Always smiling, generous and friendly. As most of the Iraqis in this series have been!
Legend mate honestly 🙌🏼 thanks for watching mate
No problem sir. Keep up the great work 👍
People all over the world are friendly .Where friendly before anlo - saks have came there .😢😢
That was not beer. That was Arak, very strong alcohol. I belief its origin is Turkish/Mongolian. I also believe you're supposed to dilute it with water till it turns milky white in color.
Correct ✅
It's delicious and is similar to Ouzo and Southern Italian Annisette.
Arak has nothing to do with Turks
It's pure arab drink
@@sonofmesopotamia6678 You are right, a quick google search shows its origin is Levantine.
Arak comes from the arab invention of alembic distillation in the 12th century, it was likely invented in the levant, rakija, arrack, ouzo and aragh sagi are all derivatives of araq/arak which was popularised after the islamic conquests.
Great travel vlog, Ben! Congrats for going to Iraq 🇮🇶 . I'm so happy to see the Iraqi happy and at peace.
Same mate awesome people 🙌🏼
If you're still in Baghdad & want to try Iraqi beer try Farida. It's a very old brand, made in Baghdad. Really nice
Honestly you see trash like that pond everywhere here in my neighborhood in los angeles, lol. Baghdad has a vibrancy about it I did not expect, the people there really seem to appreciate their life and are so willing to share the human experience with you. Absolutely fantastic.
Cheers Jacob awesome comment
Yet another excellent video. Thank you, Ben! Keeping it real in every video.
Trying my best 🤝
So glad I found your channel Ben . Brilliant content .
Much appreciated!
Iraq's been the best videos so far, absolutely love this place.
🌴🌴🌴 Thank you Ben for taking me to places that I will never go to 😂. Blessings,Carlos ✝️🙏❤️😊🇺🇸
This drunk man 😂😂😂👍👍
4:25 thinks that you are a friend. He talks to you as if you are a close friend. Hawa didn't mean not to give you the drink. He said give her this alcohol, then replace his banner. Then he decided to give you that he is unstable because of drinking because ordinary Iraqis give free things as a kind of generosity, but this is a little different first because he is a man Drunk secondly, because we do not give alcohol as a gift. Perhaps food and drink is normal, but it is not traditional to give a drink. That is why this situation happened, but you were a gentleman in dealing with it. It seems that you have experience with drunks.
😎🙌🏼 great comment
I agree Ben handled that situation perfectly in a very kind and respectful way.
Lovely people. I feel ashamed to have thought otherwise. @12:13 what a lovely guy, genuine and full of positivity. Backpacker Ben, changing perceptions!
Amazing people 👏🏼
your videos are awesome, keep on traveling to interesting countries
More to come mate!
Fascinating Ben, I only discovered you on your around U.K. trip with the other Ben! A few years back I bought the Bradt guide to Iraq. Probably the only guide to the country.
Appreciate you watching mate
The what guide? Bradt??
@@BackpackerBen Yes, Bradt guide. They publish guidebooks to obscure places!
Another fantastic video Ben - well done mate , great content - still no pink shirt mate , Mark
Hi Ben , u made me laughing again, this drink is like white a spirit smells very bad , Arak or araq (Arabic: ﻋﺮﻕ) is a distilled Levantine spirit of the anise drinks . It is translucent and unsweetened (I got it from google)
Btw , the majority of Iraqi people they are know London more than England, or maybe because we called England in Arabic Ingltira
Anyway which football team do you support?
Great video as usual..
Keep growing dude ,
Love Baghdad looks amazing
Awesome place mate
😂😂 5:43 Beer is bad in Iraq, there is a difference between beer in Ireland and beer in Iraq 😂😂
Hahaha true
beautiful vlog
Thank you 😊
افعلو ماتريدون وتظل مصر لأعظم ولاجمل
what a nice city baghdad looks with really good nightlife. the people are also so friendly and une,bittered. it is like the invasion never happened.
I'd be at that restaurant once a week minimum. Those guys showing you around are to be saluted. They didn't have to do this, but they did. I have a feeling you'll be visiting Iraq again soon, and touring more areas. Learn some more Arabic brother!
such legends! thanks for the comment mate
@@BackpackerBen Yeah they definitely made your trip. I doubt you would have enjoyed as much without them. Showing you around in there car and good level of english makes a huge difference.
Greetings from Kazakhstan
I’ve been watching your Iraq series (along with other videos) with a great interest - the country seems so chill and warm - people are genuinely nice and their behavior somewhat reminds me of Kazakh people mentality
I’ve heard hash is pretty common in that area - have you tried it there yet?
Thanks bro 😎 yes it’s east to find ;)
Easy *
Great video, the title should be changed to "Mega Restaurant in Baghdad"!
Beer 🍺 always ;)
"Is that crack?" Hilarious mate 🤣 great video. You seem like a really genuine guy Ben it's quite inspiring. Looking forward to future ventures. I would absolutely love if you could do some more vids with Bald and bankrupt, maybe in Kurdistan?? Peeaaaace from Ireland brother
Was defo crack
And I’m sure you’ll see bald soon ;)
Great stuff mate. Loving your Iraq series. Your Pakistan vids are sublime. Keep it up fella!
cheers mate!!
I am one of those ppl who has a very light stomach as well and matter of fact u honestly do better then I ever could lol.
My tummy can get tore up even jus from the foods I grew up with if it's to greasy or things like that....
Kudos tho my friend because u stick it out pretty dang well to make content for us all.
I can't blame u at all tho, a lot the food from some areas looks pretty sus lol
Keep up the amazing videos and safe travels to u Ben.
And whoever told you there is a law in Iraq. Every lucky person in Iraq escaped by escaping to European countries or American countries. There is no law in Iraq. Iraq is dilapidated and the law does not exist, the Arabic news that I witness every day an assassination or temporary wars between disputing tribes and also between militias over power, as happened two months ago between the militias of Muqtada al-Sadr and the militias of Iran. All this because of financial and administrative corruption
My gosh what's so sad, that looks like such a beautiful, beautiful place on the beginning n then ppl have jus trashed it with garbage.
SMFH thats horrible, I can't understand why ppl don't want to keep or maintain things to make it pretty n clean looking.
And whoever told you there is a law in Iraq. Every lucky person in Iraq escaped by escaping to European countries or American countries. There is no law in Iraq. Iraq is dilapidated and the law does not exist, the Arabic news that I witness every day an assassination or temporary wars between disputing tribes and also between militias over power, as happened two months ago between the militias of Muqtada al-Sadr and the militias of Iran. All this because of financial and administrative corruption
Uncle Ben's secret recipe for Iraq vlog
25% Shawerma
25% Shukran
25% Habibi
25% Yalla
😂 more to come
Shukran - Thanks u
Habibi - my love
Yalla - go
Ben you are doing my dream travelling the world good for you 👍
Thanks for watching my friend
Placing 8:49 a hand on the head or chest indicates respect in Iraq
🙌🏼👏🏼🇮🇶
Use taxi applications to get around to get rid of congestion and raise prices, such as taxi cream or taxi play
New favorite @backpackerben moment 5:11
Sharing shisa great way to get TB, come on Ben.
Excellent vid Ben, good to see things for real
Cheers Stan! 🤝
As a big fan of Shisha (I have two at home). I can only imagine the vibe to sit at a Iraqi Hookah Lounge at smoke the Shisha 😂
Some experience bro it’s also stronger here
You should visit almustansaria school in almutanabi Street it is so old school you will love it visit from Sunday to Thursday during morning
Thank you for the recommendation
Thank you for showing positive image of Baghdad... 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🙋
My pleasure!!
Have you tried a samoon yet? It's a triangular kind of flatbread that is stuffed with shwarma. You can try some at King of Shwarma on Edgware Road, London
Many times ;)
Great set of vids .Just wondered does anyone over their miss saddam hussein days ?
Many I believe
A lot of people do .
Bro that's Arak 😄 it's not beer. Arak is 40% alcohol, whereas beer is like 6.5% alcohol.
Wow! That's one thing I never tried over there was Iraqi beer. Cheers to you for having the balls, mate!
My pleasure mate Hahha
i'm not quite sure if that was actually Iraqi beer! Iraq's production of alcohol is good especially beer
@@deepblue1909 it was not beer its arak an arabic spirit much stronger than just a beer and meant to be dilluted with water
If you will be to iran it make us glad
I tried lamb and rice with the Shiek of Dhi Qar province in 09. It was very tasty, fresh and well cooked. Of course, he was the sheikh, so it had to be good.
That wasn't beer, Ben, it was pre-mixed Arak/Raki/Ouzo 🙂
My bad hahaa
@@BackpackerBen NOT a GIRL to be seen...
it wasn't pre mixed it was just a normal arak but instead of glass bottle it was in cans
I love you man 🇮🇶❤️🇬🇧
Cheers for watching bro o
What was that like smoking that. I liked the area you were in it's like old with the new very nice
Legend you are ❤
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I see that it was kinda difficult to talk with the locals due to language barrier, but you handled it like a champ 😎 good job
😎🙏🏼
Two questions - Doesn't that 'beer' state 40% ABV @3:56 (So it must be a spirit?), and why do Iraqis touch their heart when you meet them - Is it a friendship thing? Just interested - Looks like a great place to visit off the normal tourist trap.
It is the way to express the warm welcoming , like our heart is open for you or it is an honor and a pleasure to meet you and we are in your service.
wasn't a beer no lol, but beer sounds better in a title ;)
sign of respect, I do it as well
🤝
They touch their chests for a few meanings sometimes it means, the person is satisfied, or that they welcome the other person, etc...
13:41😂
Great video. Very cool people
Legends
great video mate
😎🤝
its not beer its distilled spirit bottled in cans and it most be mixed 1 third with 2 thirds of water and ice cubes
its basically called arak or raki or ouzo or grappa with anise flavor
You are very lucky wherever you go you meet nice people.
Agreed ✅
Bro Arak is not for rookies 😭
Great video I hope You enjoy ❤️
I did!
From New Orleans. Tabasco shirt in Iraq is hilarious !
What 😂
@@BackpackerBen Louisiana’s greatest export of course 😂
Your videos amazing ♥️♥️♥️
Glad you like them!
Amazing place Ben ❤
The best!
my dude its not a beer its called arak and that is the traditional alcohol drink in iraq its the same as ouzo in greece and raki in turkey and you supposed to mix it with some water and ice its very good drink
Thanks for the tips 😎
Its crazy how good everyone's teeth look, like 90% of everyone has a movie star smile
People in london complaing its hot lol, this place must be like an oven in the day bro!
Mate I was laughing when people were panicking in London being 35 😂
@@BackpackerBen trust me haha. And these locals casually strolling around in jeans and jumpers lol
@@DC42087 HAHAHHA i know
1:31 literally the worst thing about Iraq is the dirtiness , people just throw trash like it's nothing , and the government doesn't clean the city very well either 🤬 i am jealous of clean countries .
See it everywhere here unfortunately
40% beer. Surely that can’t be as that’s ridiculously strong beer 🍺
Haha nah it’s moonshine stuff
Lookin like a pro smoker there lmao.
What was the flavor you had?
Lemon and mint 😉
5:10 that was Arak not beer
That wasn’t beer man, it was Arak. Supposed to be mixed with water with ice.
Damn
Iraq Pepsi! I'm familiar with that!
is this restaurant the place on Haifa street near the football stadium ben?
yes
Don't fancy another can of that beer then Ben? When you smelt it and said you wouldn't be drinking that and then did, you just knew that was gonna be trouble! That would have certainly put an end to the good run that you're having with not being ill or on the loo! It's a shame about all that crap in the water but I guess its the same everywhere over there and its gonna take time before they get their act together no doubt whilst we try our best here. I'm sure you were going to have chicken and then they brought out beef for you.......beef is much better.
Keep em coming.
Steve
No more Iraq beer 😂
We are used to drinking beer that is about 5 % in Britain so that 40% stuff would be like drinking petrol
Tasted like it
Ben is a true rock star . They treat you so well because you seem a nice guy. Looks like a wild city . I think they are not ready for Americans yet and I don’t blame them
many go mate it's okay
Bro we love American and many American came and visited iraq . Politics is thing and pple are other thing .
Spot on
@@mohnadsarmad8537 it looks like a very cool place . Thank you . The regular people here wish the Iraqi people the best 👌
@@johndouglas5712 thanks mate wish u the same
It seems strange that restaurant didn't have any women there, except one that appeared on camera asking for something. Is that typical in the whole of Iraq?
Appears so
Its common for some restaurants to usually be places for men or teens to hang out while other higher class restaurants or cafes to be for families or women
Ben, you look like Kevin De Bruyne, the Manchester City player in the English Premier League
Thanks for being so precise I was confused who you were talking about
That beer might have been bad but it can’t have been worse than Carling!!!
Hahaha trust me it was bad
This is not beer bro! This is Arak is strong like vodka and they are supposed to mix it with water and it will go from clear color to white color. But since it’s canned it might be different. The Êzîdî minority on Bashiqa are known for making the best Arak in Iraq.
yes mate you are correct, I only realised when I got home. However beer sounds better in a title for the video ;)
Since you’re going to Kurdistan Region try to visit Shaqlawa and try their local wine there and Bashiqa is less than an hour from Erbil in which they have their legit Arak although I don’t like Arak myself
And enjoy your trip! Would’ve loved to show you around but I will not be back to Kurdistan until the end of next month
I left mate only did 2 days in erbil but I really enjoyed it 👏🏼
Wellcome to iraq
thanks bro!
The eatery was magnificent, love that its located next to the river with all those people, so lively 😍
‘ Im not trying this, oh fck it im gonna try it’ 😂😂😂😂
hehehehe
Can i just say one thing? BEST TITLE EVER
heheheeee
Why are there hardly any woman out and about there?
Because they'll be beheaded or stoned
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Wow u found a corona beer in Baghdad 👍🙌🍻 cheers...
Yes 😁
@@BackpackerBen right on, safe travels my friend, I enjoy your content ✌️
My friend, you can go to Mansour and some high-end places, Baghdad is beautiful, but you do not photograph beautiful places
where is this??
2:40. The word you said means slowly
Yes 👏🏼
why did you think its beer when its saying 40% alcohol on the can? 🤣
Thought it was different meaning in Iraq 😂
Ben, you said 40% on that beer so it's probably Rocket fuel 😁
would of killed me
موجودة ترجمة يامتابعين شغلو الترجمة العربية
habibi change the title of the video , what u got is not beer > this is Iraqi (ARRAK) which is called RAKI in turkey and OZO in Greece ! in Iraq they make it out of dates > its very strong and if u mix it with water it become white like milk > so they call it Lion milk XD
and i agree with u the smell is aweful and when people drink it most of them become very aggressive
The juice guy was telling you that you don't have to pay .. it's on the house
I thought so ❤️
العركجية نصبو عليه😂
I killed myself when he said 40% abv and didn't realise that can only be Hard Liquor...
I'm form iraq ,but I going to Europe 🇪🇺
Enjoy 😉
Please correct the title. He gave you Araq not beer. It's not even close to Beer. It's similar to Greek Ouzo or Turkish Raki. Again change the title.
Are all the women locked up in these men's houses?? Wouldn't want to visit a country in which women are not allowed outside because of the Taliban.
Where are all the women? They are not allowed to be out and eat?
yes I seen many
No they are allowed but these places are more for teens or men to hang out at
@@BackpackerBen I am really enjoy your videos but Iraq is not my cup of tea. And if I went I would probably not come home alive coz I am Jewish. But keep on traveling 👍🙏