Ratafia

"Ratafia" is defined as a sweet cordial flavored with fruit kernels or almonds. It was a mix of brandy and differents fruits juice. It wasn’t so strong, so women were allowed to drink it.  In Victorian England, liqueurs were all the vogue - consumed from small glasses by ladies at the end of the meal. One of the popular liqueurs of the period was Ratafia. Many liqueurs went under this title.

The name 'ratafia' is thought to come from the Latin, 'Rata Fiat'.'rata' meaning 'unalterable decrees', and 'fiat' meaning 'to be done'.

The recipe for Ratafia were published, in 1828, in //Robert's Guide for Butlers & Other Household Staff.//



**Brands**

Some of the most famous brands are Rapa Giovanni, Blachon, Burgeois.