Grappa is produced in Italy. It is an alcoholic grape based brandy that is very high in alcohol and very fragrant, similar to Spanish Orujo, The flavor of grappa can depend on the distillation and the quality of the grapes used to make this drink. The process of making grappa is by distilling the skins, pulp, stems and seeds that are left over from the pressing of grapes from wine-making, which originally was intended to prevent the waste left over. There have been rules and regulations set up to protect grappa. Some of these guidelines consist of: originating from Italy, produced from pumice and no water must be added with the same method used to produce brandy. Grappa is served as an after dinner drink to aide with digestion after heavy meals. It may also be added to coffee or chased after espresso. Most grappa is clear, although some may have a faint pigment from the pumice. One way to see if a grappa is well made is by rubbing a small amount on the wrist and if the aroma is a pleasant one, the grappa is well made. Grappa is served chilled in a small glass., First swirl in the glass and enjoy the aroma before tasting.