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Grappamiel or Grapamiel is a mixed alcoholic beverage popular in Uruguay containing grappa, spirits obtained from various grains plus honey and water. In agreements with the European Union, the drink is a food protected by geographical indications. [1] The definition is provided by CONSULTA Nº 4.548 of the Uruguay Government. [2]
The process includes distillate of the bagasse and lees of grapes and grains which is then mixed with natural honey, water and sugar. Grappamiel contains between 20% and 25% alcohol by volume. The name come from Italian GRAPPA ( distilled liquor ) and Miele ( honey ) being many Uruguayan of Italian origin.
It is enjoyed principally in bars served in a classic 25cl copa. Because it is a strong drink, it is popular with Uruguayan street musicians in the winter, and is traditionally drunk before taking the stage in the summer.[ citation needed]
During hot weather, it is customary to take it in a tall 30cl glass with plenty of ice cubes.
In the past two decades, some cocktail bars have mixed the drink with a variety of flavors, for example:
This article includes a list of general
references, but it lacks sufficient corresponding
inline citations. (July 2014) |
This article is part of a series on the |
Culture of Uruguay |
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Uruguay Portal |
Grappamiel or Grapamiel is a mixed alcoholic beverage popular in Uruguay containing grappa, spirits obtained from various grains plus honey and water. In agreements with the European Union, the drink is a food protected by geographical indications. [1] The definition is provided by CONSULTA Nº 4.548 of the Uruguay Government. [2]
The process includes distillate of the bagasse and lees of grapes and grains which is then mixed with natural honey, water and sugar. Grappamiel contains between 20% and 25% alcohol by volume. The name come from Italian GRAPPA ( distilled liquor ) and Miele ( honey ) being many Uruguayan of Italian origin.
It is enjoyed principally in bars served in a classic 25cl copa. Because it is a strong drink, it is popular with Uruguayan street musicians in the winter, and is traditionally drunk before taking the stage in the summer.[ citation needed]
During hot weather, it is customary to take it in a tall 30cl glass with plenty of ice cubes.
In the past two decades, some cocktail bars have mixed the drink with a variety of flavors, for example: