Tepache

Directions

  1. 1Collect a pineapple.
  2. 2Cut the peel and core of the pineapple.
  3. 3Place the peels and pineapple core in a jar.
  4. 4Pour in the water.
  5. 5Grate the panela.
  6. 6Add the panela to the jar.
  7. 7Close the jar and shake.
  8. 8Cover and let rest for 24 hours in a dark place.
  9. 9Strain the mix.
  10. 10Pour it into bottles.
  11. 11Press the bottle and cap tightly.
  12. 12Let it sit in a dark place for two to three days.

Ingredients

  • 1 unit pineapple peel
  • 1500 ml water
  • 200 gr panela or piloncillo

Equipment

knifecutting boardgraterjarstrainerfunnelbottles

Tips

  • You can sweeten with white or brown sugar.
  • Ferment in a dark place.
  • Let it sit for 2 to 3 days.
  • You can let it ferment for 2 weeks for a flavor explosion.