Queimada!



In this week's episode, be on the lookout for the orujo that goes into the Galician 'punch' called queimada. Orujo, sometimes called aguardiente, is a spirit native to Galicia with a very high alcohol level. It's a bit like Italian grappa or Peruvian pisco—it's made from the leftovers of the wine-making process, the grape skins and seeds, as well as bits of branches. Strong stuff.

Posted Monday, July 13, 2009