La Madrina Pisco Acholado
La Madrina Pisco Acholado is the blender's pisco of the line: a 42% ABV (84 proof), 750mL Peruvian pisco blending Quebranta (non-aromatic) with Italia and Torontel (aromatic) grapes — the perfect balance of structure and perfume. A four-gold-medal winner in international competition, copper pot distilled to proof at Fundo Tres Generaciones (est. 1856) in Peru's Ica Valley. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Proof / ABV: 42% ABV / 84 proof
- Size: 750mL
- Style: Acholado — blend of Quebranta, Italia, and Torontel grapes
- Origin: Ica Valley, Peru; producer Fundo Tres Generaciones (est. 1856)
- Production: copper pot stills, distilled to proof — no additives, coloring, or flavors; unaged
- Awards: four gold medals in international competition (brand shelf-talker claim)
Acholado: The Blender's Pisco
While a Puro showcases a single grape, an acholado is pisco's blended expression — two or more varieties distilled together. La Madrina's combines the dry, structured Quebranta with the floral Italia and Torontel grapes, all from Bodega Doña Juanita in the Ica Valley, distilled to proof at a producer operating since 1856. It's the versatile middle ground between the two Puros: aromatic enough to sip, structured enough to anchor cocktails. See the whole La Madrina family and more Peruvian pisco.
Tasting Notes
Citrus and lemongrass over dried fruits — the brand's own description — with the Italia and Torontel florals riding on Quebranta's firm backbone. Smooth, balanced, and complete on the palate.
How to Enjoy
The most cocktail-versatile of the line: a brilliant Pisco Sour base for drinkers who want more aromatics than the Quebranta Puro, and an excellent Chilcano. Neat works too.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "acholado" mean?
Blended — an acholado pisco combines two or more grape varieties (aromatic and non-aromatic), unlike a Puro which uses one variety.
Which grapes are in La Madrina's Acholado?
Quebranta (non-aromatic), plus the aromatic Italia and Torontel grapes.
Has it won awards?
Yes — the brand's shelf materials describe it as a four-gold-medal winner in international competitions.
Want the one pisco that does everything? Order La Madrina Pisco Acholado online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.