Every nation besides national traditionsThere are drinks, the preparation of which is associated with its history and traditions. The Russians have vodka, the Cubans have rum, and the Georgians have chacha. What do they drink and how do they each do - these are questions that relate to the ancient traditions and national culture of the country.
Some details
When it comes to Georgia, the first thing that comes tomind is chacha. What drink this drink - a minor question. First you need to know what it is. Firstly, in a literal translation from Georgian, the unusual name sounds like “grape squeeze”. It describes it quite fully. Secondly, it should be noted that a product with this name is the result of repeated distillation of food raw materials called "pulp". This is what remains of the grapes after squeezing the juice. This includes the skin, seeds, combs, pieces of flesh and small twigs. Therefore, it becomes clear that people are engaged in the production of chacha in those areas where grapes are growing. For the former Soviet Union, this is Georgia and Abkhazia. Naturally, the primary process is the production of wine, and of the rest, the very same chacha is made. What do the locals drink it with? It depends on the specific area of residence, where there are features and eating habits.
The essence of the process
After the famous Georgian wine chiefnational drink is chacha. With what they drink this product, it becomes clear when you can deal with the peculiarities of its production. In fact, this is the usual distillation of the food mass, which results in an alcoholic drink with a rather high alcohol content in the distillation process. In the countryside, every hostess does this. Equipment necessary for work can be found in every home. Only a copper basin (or cauldron), a metal tube, a water tank and a source of fire will be required. The process is not complicated, but lasts several hours. It all depends on the amount of raw materials. In the fall, after harvesting, they first make juice from grapes. He basically goes to make wine. The remaining husks are not discarded, but placed in a separate container and stored for the entire winter. During this time, the product manages to ferment well. In the spring the mixture is sent for distillation. To do this, make a mash, pour it into a container and cover with a lid, in which there is a special hole. A tube is inserted into this opening. When the pelvis is set on fire, steam is drained through it, which, passing through a tank with cold water, is condensed and collected in separate dishes. Then, the resulting alcohol is re-passed through such an apparatus, with the result that the very famous chacha is obtained.
Drinking rules
According to the method of cooking chacha remindsgrape brandy. But locals consider it grape vodka. Perhaps this comes from the close proximity of the Russians with the peoples of the Caucasus. But every nation has its own habits and traditions, therefore it is desirable to know, not only how to do, but also how to drink chacha correctly. First of all, it is necessary to note that both Georgians and Abkhazians consider their national drink to be a real “life-giving moisture”, a guarantee of good health and longevity. He is not drunk mugs or faceted glasses. For this there are special small piles. Chacha is consumed mainly in the cold season, when it is damp outside and it is necessary to warm the body well from the inside. In addition, this drink has a very good effect on digestion. Given all this, we can conclude that Caucasian men are absolutely right when they start the day with a glass of good homemade chacha. And how to drink chacha? Most often it is used in its pure form. This has been accepted since ancient times, when grape vodka served as an aperitif at various receptions and family celebrations. After a double and sometimes triple distillation, the product is drunk much easier than some vodka and brandy. In addition, a good chacha can be an excellent base for cocktails. It is enough to add any fruit juice with ice - and the drink is ready. True, they are extremely rare.
Fortress drink
Few people know that Georgian grape vodkaconsidered one of the most strong alcoholic beverages. The distilled alcohol is chacha. Degrees in it going wild. That's the whole secret. The strength of the drink is usually about 65-70 degrees, and sometimes reaches 90. But when used, it is not felt at all. The product has a pronounced flavor and aroma of raw materials. The host always regulates the fortress of Chacha at its discretion, since there is no definite standard to this effect. At industrial enterprises, the most often obtained alcohol is diluted with prepared water, bringing the alcohol content to 45 or 50 degrees. Technologists of a particular plant adhere to their approved formulation only. That is why it is better not to buy chacha for bottling in public places. There is always a seller who wants to earn a little and deceive the buyer. As a rule, this happens in places where tourists gather.
Helpful Tips
To better experience the beauty of the drink,you need to clearly know how to drink chacha and what to eat. It has its own rules that are associated with national characteristics. Everyone knows that in the Caucasus it is not accepted to abuse alcohol. They drink it very carefully and only about. The reason may be an unexpected guest or a family celebration. But in such a company, people do not get drunk before losing consciousness. This is considered a sign of bad taste. Of course, in each house the owner in the closet is a bottle of chacha, which more serves as a symbol of health, family well-being and longevity. He can drink a pile to maintain health or to treat his neighbor for a good conversation. But in such a situation on the table must be a snack. Hard cheese is best suited, but in the west of Georgia they prefer sweets, and in the east - homemade pickles. Abkhazians in this situation act much easier and put everything on the table in the house. But most often, these peoples use such dishes as kebab, satsivi, chakhokhbili, khachapuri, salad, as well as any vegetables and fruits. And the guest himself can make his choice.
