Caju
Coolers
Urraca
de Caju:
This is the first distillate
of caju juice obtained after crushing the caju apple. No additives are added
during the distillation and it is usually had neat or after flavouring the drink
with fresh lime juice. Bottled during the month of April or May, Urraca is
presumed to have medicinal value in keeping minor colds at
bay.
Caju
Feni:
This is the first distillate of
Urraca, with a very strong flavour. It is often compared to Tequila for its
potency and can be quite a shot for an amateur having her first shot of feni.
Can be had neat, if you have a strong stomach. For the weak hearted, a
flavouring of soda and lime juice should
suffice.
Caju
Forte:
The second distillate of caju
feni is known as caju forte. It is very potent and is around 22 per cent proof.
It is very effective for colds and fevers. It is normally drunk without any
flavouring, but with the addition of a little sugar. The mixture is then
flambéed and had neat. Caju forte is also used to give cold compresses
during high fevers.
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