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Grappa is a type of spirit that belongs in the category of pomace brandy. It is called a brandy since it is derived from grapes and is distilled to an alcoholic strength by volume (ABV) of 86% or less ...

I sat down with a glass of grappa to start writing about this popular Italian drink. Often nicknamed "firewater," Grappa is made from pomace (discarded grape seeds, stems, and skins) and mostly ...

A specialty of Northern Italy, grappa is a fragrant brandy famous for its fruity and warm honey notes. It makes a beautiful complement to a traditional Italian feast (or any other kind, for that ...

The French have brandy, the Scots and the Irish have whisk(e)y and the Italians have... grappa. Outside Italy it's often been seen as a rough old stomach-­burner, and even inside Italy it's not ...

Many people’s first experience with grappa, the distilled spirit from Italy, is less than favorable. Descriptions like “jet fuel” and “burny” are often heard between gasps. However, there’s a good ...

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