Chapter 4: How to read the Label

In this chapter we are going to go for the methods. We have seen the process but now we go a bit deeper. 

The methods are the different techniques used for each stage of the process.

The method begins with the Jima, the different tools used for cutting. The cooking, the different ovens. The mashing, how do they mash the plant once its cooked. The fermentation, times, tools, yeasts, etc. The distillation, most common techniques per region.

Jima with Machete
Underground oven
The hearts are in
Hearts covered and lets start the cooking
Once cooked the hearts are crushed, in this case by a Tahona, which is the big round stone you see in the back, pulled by a Mule.
Fermentation
Distillation methods
Alambique
Wooden 

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