Georgian Chacha

Preparing the Grapes Wash the grapes thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.

Preparing the Grapes Remove the stems from the grapes and place them in a large glass or ceramic container.

Preparing the Grapes Crush the grapes using a clean and sanitized wooden pestle until they release their juice. You can also use a clean and sanitized potato masher or your hands.

Fermenting the Grapes Cover the container with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let the grapes ferment for 5 to 7 days. Stir the grapes once a day to mix them thoroughly.

Fermenting the Grapes After fermentation, strain the grape juice through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer to remove any solids.

Preparing the Sugar Syrup In a large pot, bring the distilled water to a boil. Once boiling, add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Let the sugar syrup cool completely.

Mixing the Ingredients Combine the strained grape juice and the cooled sugar syrup in a glass or ceramic container. Stir well to mix.

Final Fermentation Cover the container with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let the mixture ferment for another 2 to 3 weeks. Stir the mixture once a day.

Final Fermentation After the final fermentation, strain the Chacha through a cheesecloth or coffee filter to remove any sediments.

Aging the Chacha Transfer the Chacha to glass bottles or jars, seal tightly, and store in a cool, dark place for at least 6 months to allow the flavors to develop.

Serving Serve Georgian Chacha neat in small glasses, slightly chilled. Enjoy responsibly!