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Description: Sidra da Madeira is the fermented drink obtained from the natural juice of fresh apple (Malus domestica Borkh.) fruit and sometimes also of mixtures of apple and pear (Pyrus communis L.) from traditional and other varieties of these species, exclusively produced on Madeira Island, which is produced following a traditional or particular production methods of the island
In general terms, Sidra da Madeira has: a minimum alcohol content of 5% (by volume at 20. ºC); a maximum fermentable sugar content of 15 g/l; a total acidity (in malic acid) of at least 3 g/l, possibly reaching 10 g/l; a maximum volatile acidity (expressed as acetic acid) of 1.8 g/l and a maximum total sulphur dioxide content of 200 mg/l, expressed as SO2.
The “blends” or combinations of different varieties of fresh apples or mixes of fresh apples and pears transformed to produce Sidra da Madeira , make it to present different colours that can go from bright citrus to straw yellow, with orange nuances. It may either be turbid or clearer, when filtered.
It has a genuine and fresh aroma, which reveals a fruity character of medium to strong intensity, with clear notes of green apple, ripe apple, quince and/or citrus, forming a balanced and pleasant set.
Sidra da Madeira is usually still but can be carbonated (by addition of carbon dioxide), and its flavour is slightly sweet and light, which evolves showing harmony between its acidity and bitterness, ending up dry and standing out due to the strong presence of apple in the aroma and flavour and by the freshness granted by its unique acidity.
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Description: Rum da Madeira GI is a rum produced in the Autonomous Region of Madeira (RAM), obtained exclusively by alcoholic fermentation and distillation of sugarcane juice with a minimum alcoholic strength of 37.5% vol., a content of volatile substances equal to or less than 225 grams per hectolitre of alcohol at 100% vol. and a total dry extract equal to or less than 5 grams per liter for natural rum and 20 grams per liter for the aged rum and benefited rum.
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Description: Poncha da Madeira PGI is a liqueur of the Madeira Autonomous Region (RAM) which must be produced with Rum da Madeira PGI and regional fruits.
The Poncha Madeira PGI offers a wide range of aromas and flavors, arising from the use of fruit, different combinations of ingredients and the art of each producer.
It is a traditionally opaque drink whose color varies from citrus to gold, sometimes with greenish reflections due to the fruits pulp and juice. It may, however, present a different color depending on the fruit used.
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Description: The Medronho do Algarve PGI is a spirit fruit drink produced exclusively by alcoholic fermentation and distillation of fleshy fruits of Arbutus unedo L. (strawberry tree) or of its must (with or without stone), coming from a natural habitat of their geographical area of production.