Pisco is brandy produced in Chile and Peru, developed by Spanish settlers as a substitute for their native orujo, a pomace brandy from Northern Spain. Brandy is produced by distilling wine and has 35%-60% ABV. Pomace is the solid remains of grapes, olives or other fruit after pressing for juice and oil. It is often used as animal feed or fertilizer. A well known pomace brandy of Italian origin is grappa (often served as a digestivo or after-dinner drink).
