Grappamiel
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Grappamiel or Grapamiel is a mixed
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]
Preparation
The process includes
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.
Serving
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:
References
- S2CID 225371115.
- ^ "Caracterización de la grappamiel según la Dirección General Impositiva del Uruguay" (in Spanish). Retrieved 2014-07-09.
- "Letra de Cerca del Mar de Jorge Drexler" (in Spanish). Retrieved 2014-07-09.
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