Singani is a spirit distilled from white Alexandria muscat g
History of André Padilha - Distrito Federal, Brasil
Singani is a spirit distilled from white Alexandria muscat grapes, exclusive to the Bolivian Andes, considered the national drink of Bolivia. Its production, started in the 16th century by monastic orders, has roots in the wine regions of Potosí, Cinti and Tarija. The word "singani" probably comes from the Aymara "siwingani". Muscat grape varieties from Alexandria and Misión, introduced by Spanish colonists, influenced wines and singani. The development of the drink was prominent in Potosí, Cinti and on the royal road between Lima and Buenos Aires, with Tarija becoming crucial in the 17th century. Currently, production is concentrated in Tarija, but there is a resurgence of interest in Cinti. Production regulation highlights the minimum altitude and the choice of a single grape variety by the main producers.
